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Become an Apprentice.

Earn While You Learn.

Whether you’ve always wanted to work in healthcare or are simply passionate about finding a reliable, long-term career you can be proud of, the Colorado Collegiate Apprenticeship Program is your next step.

Traditional postsecondary education isn’t always a possibility for everyone.

Instead, our proven curriculum combines tailored, career-specific classroom & virtual learning with on-site, real-world training to speed up learning and match apprentices with a rewarding career in a variety of specialized fields. And best of all, you get paid while you learn, and you graduate from the program with an industry level credential that makes you workforce ready.

Apprenticeship Works for You

Earn while you learn, receiving hourly pay for the time you spend training with wage increases as you go.
Since our program is federally funded, services such as childcare, book reimbursement, or travel expenses may be available directly to you.

Because you’ll be taught specific procedures and protocols, you’ll graduate with the credentials you need to immediately get to work.
94% of those who complete their apprenticeship are hired by their apprenticeship employer*
And, perhaps best of all, you have a job from day one.

The Process

1
Explore

Search apprenticeship opportunities in your area and decide on the right occupation and employer for you.

2
Apply

Apply for apprenticeship through your chosen college or employer. Don’t worry, there are services available to help you through this process. Be sure to check the webpages listed on our map to explore how each program works for you.

3
Enroll

Apply at your apprenticeship program’s partnering college. The Colorado Community College System has rolling admission, so you can do this at any time.

4
Apprenticeship

Get paid while you learn both in the classroom and on the job with your employer. During this time, you will receive a guaranteed, known pay raise as you work through your apprenticeship.

5
Start Your Career

Once you complete your apprenticeship, you will be on your way to a new career path, equipped with the knowledge and skills you need to build a strong resume.

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Watch Apprenticeship Testimonials

Learn what the program is like from our healthcare apprentices.

Dannica

Harleigh

Apprenticeship Works for You

Earn while you learn, receiving hourly pay for the time you spend training with wage increases as you go.
Since our program is federally funded, services such as childcare, book reimbursement, or travel expenses may be available directly to you.
Because you’ll be taught specific procedures and protocols, you’ll graduate with the credentials you need to immediately get to work.
94% of those who complete their apprenticeship are hired by their apprenticeship employer*
And, perhaps best of all, you have a job from day one.

Apprenticeship Program

Become an Apprentice.

Earn While You Learn.

Apprenticeship Works for You