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Why train as an apprentice?

Apprenticeship is an “Earn While you Learn” model, involving on the job training and related classroom training. Here are a few of the many benefits of training to be an apprentice with an ABC Maine member business:

Why train as an apprentice?

• Classroom training. Expert instructors teach you theory, safety, and skilled trade fundamentals in a controlled environment.
• On-the-job training. You’ll get your hands dirty (literally), apply your knowledge and skills and learn by doing.
• No student loans. Currently, the average student debt in Maine is $33,352 and 182,900 student borrowers live in Maine.
• Employment. You will earn while you learn.
• Career potential. Apprenticeship can take you in many career directions.
• Build your professional network. Our members are some of the most dedicated construction professionals in New England.
• Nationally Recognized Curriculum. The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a national foundation backed by ABC National which provides the “Contren Learning Series” modules used in the classroom training of apprentices and the certification of instructors.

ABC Maine Apprenticeship Program, A Smart Business Investment

Why train Maine apprentices?

• The demand for skilled workers is high.
• Using apprentices reduces the cost of high labor turnover; employees show high morale and loyalty when training in a program that offers upward mobility through career development.
• You get a diversified and flexible workforce and a larger pool of employees with specific skills.
• You get increased productivity; employees in a structured program are more motivated. We train our apprentices in a state-of-the-art technology facility through the Maine Community College System