Question 1

Where are GAP apprenticeships available?

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We provide apprenticeships for high school students throughout Guilford County, North Carolina, including Greensboro, Jamestown, Summerfield, Stokesdale, Oak Ridge, McLeansville, Pleasant Garden, Whitsett, and Sedalia.

Question 2

Do I need to live in Guilford County to qualify for a GAP program?

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No, students do not need to live in Guilford County, NC, or attend high school in Guilford County to qualify.

Question 3

How does an apprenticeship at Guilford Apprenticeship Partners work?

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You can apply for our youth apprenticeship program starting your junior year of high school. If accepted, you start on-the-job training while you’re still in high school. You are paid for your work as an apprentice, and the cost of all of your tuition, books, and fees are covered as well.

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You’ll earn a competitive hourly wage that increases as you progress through the program. Once you’ve completed the apprenticeship, you’ll have earned an associate’s degree from Guilford Technical Community College. If you’d like to continue on to earn a bachelor’s degree, your associate degree credits are eligible for transfer to most state 4-year universities.

Question 4

What would my daily tasks as an IT and cybersecurity apprentice look like?

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Each business offers a variety of IT experiences for daily task, such as, Testing network ports, troubleshooting PC, helping users with issues and many more opportunities.

Question 5

How much could I earn as an IT professional after I complete a GAP apprenticeship?

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While pay rates vary depending on such factors as job title, location, and experience, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average hourly wage for computer support specialists was $29.21 in 2022. This equaled an annual average salary of $61,580.

IT / Cybersecurity

IT / Cybersecurity