The state of Michigan is facing a shortage of skilled trade workers, but there are plenty of resources for students who are considering that route.
Pure Michigan offers resources for students as early as sixth grade and through college.
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High school students
For sixth through 12th graders, you can click this link to view current registered apprenticeship listings in Michigan.
Go down to the section that has a checkbox reading, “Job Level of the Position You are Looking For (select all that apply).” Then, check the box that says, “Registered Apprenticeship.”
The search can be narrowed to seasonal, part-time, full-time or other options.
Pay type and location can also be included in the search.
Click here to learn more about registered apprenticeships, or read the blurb below.
Registered Apprenticeship provides paid, relevant work experience, related classroom instruction, and national credentials employers value.
Registered Apprentices are attractive to today’s employers because they learn the precise skills needed to help employers succeed. At the same time, apprentices can gain college credit, industry certifications and above-average wages.
The use of the Registered Apprenticeship training model is expanding across both traditional and nontraditional industries into more than 7,200 occupations, including careers in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, construction, education, energy, healthcare, information technology, mobility, and many others.
If you’re looking for a flexible career path that will allow you to avoid or minimize tuition debt, get a foot in the door at a progressive company, or even change careers, Registered Apprenticeship may be a great option for you!
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College students
For college students in Southeast Michigan, Oakland County Executive David Coulter has a program alongside the Economic Growth Alliance to help connect students with trade schools.
The page offers a career search tool via O*Net, MiTradeSchool education and training resources, and employers who are currently looking to fill jobs.
Click here to view the main page.
Resources for parents and educators
There are also a slew of resources for parents and teachers who are trying to decide what’s best for their children and students.
You can learn about secondary CTE programs, resources for early middle college, and post-secondary programs.
Click here to see all of the links to resources from this page.
