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Apprenticeship Programs

What if you could get paid while learning the skills for a great career? Apprenticeships at California community colleges combine paid work with hands-on training in fields that need skilled workers.

What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a paid training program where you learn a skilled trade.

You work with experienced professionals while taking classes at a California community college. You earn money while you learn real-world skills. When you finish, you’re ready to start a career in a high-demand field.

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Benefits of an Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship through a California community college lets you earn a paycheck, gain real work experience, and train for a career that’s in demand.

Many Pathways Offered

Explore careers across many industries

Apprenticeships are offered in fields like construction, manufacturing, IT, healthcare, and culinary arts. You gain real work experience while completing coursework that can lead to certificates or degrees.

Earn While You Learn

Get paid while you build skills

With an apprenticeship, you earn wages while learning a skilled trade. You train on the job, learn from experienced professionals, and take classes that support your career.

Careers That Are Hiring

Train for jobs employers need

Many apprenticeship programs prepare you for careers in industries looking for skilled workers. That means strong job opportunities ahead.

Room to Grow

Open doors to future advancement

An apprenticeship can lead to more than your first job. As you gain experience, you can earn certifications, continue your education, and move into new career opportunities.

Need Help Paying for College?

Complete the FAFSA to open the door to most types of aid. Undocumented students can receive many types of financial aid through the California Dream Act Application (CADAA)

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Cal Grant Program

Cal Grants get awarded to California resident undergraduates based on financial need, academic performance and other factors.

Promise Grants

Low-income students and students receiving cash assistance may automatically apply for a California College Promise Grant (CCPG).

Student Scholarships

The California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE) offers over 3,000 student scholarships per year.

CAL-HBCU TRANSFER GRANT PROGRAM

The Cal-HBCU Transfer Grant (Cal-HBCU) Program awards up to $5,000 to participating students who transfer from California Community Colleges to eligible, partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).