As a parent, you want your teen to have a valuable learning experience so that when they step out of the classroom, they are prepared with the life skills they need to find professional and personal success. What can apprenticeship offer them that other career pathways can’t?
A Promising Career and College with No Debt
With an apprenticeship your student will:
- Get paid to learn real-world skills
- Earn a college degree with no debt
- Become ready for career advancement
- Gain experience in an advanced field of interest
Early Career Start Equals Financial Stability
High school students are able to start the 4-year apprenticeship program the summer after their junior or senior year. Apprenticeships let students get a jump start on learning career skills and earning money. Students will:
- Finish high school classes while also starting college classes at no cost
- Earn pay while learning on the job and during time attending college classes
- Learn skills that are in high demand and that will prepare them for career advancement
Discover more about how apprenticeship works.
Personal and Professional Skills for Life
As a parent, you realize navigating adulthood isn’t just about knowledge, but it also includes personal skills. During an apprenticeship, students work with seasoned mentors, and the program is designed to help them learn:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Responsibility
- Leadership
Where will apprenticeship take your teen?
Watch this video and find out how other students are finding success with apprenticeship in Guilford County.
Put Them on the Path to a Promising Career
Download our Parent Guide to GAP Apprenticeships and talk with your teen about their career goals. Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of fields, from information technology and logistics, to robotics and advanced manufacturing.
