What is an Apprenticeship?
A Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) is a structured training program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor or a state apprenticeship agency. It combines paid On-the-Job Learning (OJL) with Related Technical Instruction (RTI), allowing participants to develop valuable skills in a specific industry while earning a wage
Each apprenticeship has two components, On-the-Job Learning and Related Technical Instruction. Both are vital elements to a well-rounded apprenticeship. Throughout the program, each student is paired with a mentor. A mentor is an experienced worker who guides and supports someone who is learning a job. They help answer questions, teach skills and provide support as the person gains experience.
On-the-Job Learning (OJL)
On-the-Job Learning (OJL) is the structured, paid work experience portion of a registered apprenticeship program where apprentices learn by performing job duties under supervision in a real workplace.
Related Technical Instruction (RTI)
Related Technical Instruction (RTI) is the classroom portion of an apprenticeship that teaches the knowledge and skills needed to perform the job.
FAQ about Apprenticeships
Equal Employment Opportunities Pledge
CMU Tech will not discriminate against registered apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), gender expression, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, genetic information or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older.
CMU Tech will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the registered apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
It is against the law for a sponsor of an apprenticeship program registered for Federal and State purposes to discriminate against an apprenticeship applicant or apprentice based on disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, or, in certain circumstances, marriage to a coworker, or a person 40 years old or older.
The sponsor must ensure equal opportunity with regard to all terms, conditions and privileges associated with apprenticeship.
If you think that you have been subjected to discrimination, you may file a complaint within 300 days from the date of the alleged discrimination or failure to follow the equal opportunity standards with:
State of Colorado, State Apprenticeship Agency
633 17th St., Suite 201, Denver, CO 80202
Telephone Number: (720) 204-8608
Email Address: [email protected]
Point of Contact: Director, Apprenticeship Colorado
Attn: Apprenticeship Colorado EEO Complaints
- Complainant's name, address and telephone number, or other means of contact, for contacting the compliant
- The identity of the respondent (i.e. the name, address and telephone number of the individual or entity that the complainant alleges is responsible for the discrimination).
- A short description of the events that the complainant believes were discriminatory, including but not limited to when the events took place, what occurred, and why the complainant believes the actions were discriminatory (for example, because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), genetic information, disability, creed, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, pregnancy or childbirth (or related conditions).
- The complainant's signature.