NTC Youth Apprenticeship

NTC Youth Apprenticeship The YA program is a one- or two-year elective statewide program that combines academic & technical instruction with mentored, paid, on-the-job learning.

The Youth Apprenticeship (YA) program is a rigorous one- or two-year elective statewide program that combines academic and technical instruction with mentored, paid, on-the-job learning that makes a real world connection for students. Youth Apprentices work a minimum of 450 hours at their YA work-site each year of their program and take related high school or college classes to enhance their work-

site experiences. High school juniors and seniors from participating North Central Wisconsin School-to-Career Partnership schools are eligible to participate. Programs are available in the following categories:
•Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
•Architecture and Construction
•Finance
•Graphic Design/Printing
•Health
•Hospitality and Tourism
•Information Technology
•Manufacturing
•Science Technology, Engineering and Math
•Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Benefits of Youth Apprenticeship

For Students:
•Follow a career pathway from high school to post-secondary institutions or the workforce
•Earn a paycheck while learning from skilled professionals
•Experience first-hand connections between high school education and real life work
•Increase career awareness and improve future employability
•Receive a state-issued skills certificate which is recognized by employers
•Develop the necessary skills needed for successful entry-level employment

For Employers:
•Shape the quality of your future workforce
•Access a pipeline of skilled employees
•Recruit potential employees
•Build greater employee loyalty and lower turnover
•Create positive PR by helping youth with employment and education
•Develop partnerships with local high schools

11/17/2023

Wausau West Youth Apprenticeship students celebrated National Registered Apprenticeship Week. Central Wisconsin has over 300 youth apprenticeship students gaining life-long valuable skills through 11 industry tracks at their work-based learning sites. These students balance school, work, sports, and extracurricular activities. Congratulations students!

11/13/2023
05/08/2023

The Department of Workforce Development says interest in youth apprenticeships is skyrocketing.

03/28/2023

Malachai Anderson completed the Professional Sales and Merchandising units during his Youth Apprenticeship (YA). He enjoyed his experience so much that he purchased the company and is now the new owner of Northside Computer. The YA program has given Malachai the opportunity to find a way to explore his passion for computers and clarified what he wanted to do professionally.

Kasey Woolley is a carpentry Youth Apprentice (YA) at Findorf Construction. Her YA experience has allowed her to work w...
01/13/2023

Kasey Woolley is a carpentry Youth Apprentice (YA) at Findorf Construction. Her YA experience has allowed her to work with a number of subcontractors and explore many different career opportunities. In addition to learning more about the construction industry, Kasey has built a network of connections, gained confidence, and narrowed down a career path for her future.

Transportation Careers Expo: Drive Your Future ForwardJoin us on Tuesday, January 17th from 6:00 – 9:00 PM for the Trans...
01/06/2023

Transportation Careers Expo: Drive Your Future Forward

Join us on Tuesday, January 17th from 6:00 – 9:00 PM for the Transportation Careers Expo at Brickner’s of Wausau for hands-on activities, body shop demos, behind-the-scenes tours, socializing with industry professionals, pizza, and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for middle and high school students (and their parents) to learn about careers in the automotive industry.

12/22/2021
NTC’s Metal Masters Quest ProgramMetal Masters Quest gives students in grades 9 - 12 the opportunity to complete 2 credi...
04/12/2021

NTC’s Metal Masters Quest Program
Metal Masters Quest gives students in grades 9 - 12 the opportunity to complete 2 credits of adult apprenticeship machining classes. Classes will be delivered in an online format with supplementary hands-on activities to build foundational knowledge in math and engineering drawings related to manufacturing machining careers. Additionally, participants will be connected to employment at local businesses based on availability of positions and student interest. Juniors and seniors are also eligible for the Youth Apprenticeship (YA) program. Metal Masters Quest will run July 12th – August 27th. Please see flier for additional details.

Below is a link to a recent news story featuring one of our healthcare partners and a Dietary Youth Apprentice student. ...
04/12/2021

Below is a link to a recent news story featuring one of our healthcare partners and a Dietary Youth Apprentice student.

Not only are apprenticeships a way for area teens to become accustomed to the working world, they also present an opportunity for more established workers to learn new trends.

11/12/2020

High school Youth Apprenticeship can transition seamlessly into the Registered Apprenticeship program. Learn more from Hudson and his employer on their successful experience with both programs!

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1000 West Campus Drive
Wausau, WI
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