General Information

Apprenticeships	Registered apprenticeship is a formalized, structured training program. It combines on-the-job training (OJT) and related technical instruction in which you receive practical and technical training. Industry determines the essential skills because apprenticeship is industry-driven career training. Each apprenticeship requires from 2,000 to 10,000 work hours to complete. The apprenticeship is broken down into skill areas with a set number of hours for each skill area. An apprenticeship also has structured formal training. Each year (2,000 hours) of apprenticeship, requires 144 hours of apprenticeship-related training.
USMAP	The Department of Labor (DOL) is the Federal agency responsible for the administration of the National Apprenticeship System in the United States. USMAP is the DOL sponsor for all military apprenticeships. All DOL sponsors have a set of Standards that set the guidelines for apprenticeships. These standards are tailored to fit USMAP’s military mission.
Benefits	• This program is free and requires no off-duty hours. • You receive national recognition as a DOL apprentice. • You have documented proof of work experience. • DOL registered apprentices are sought after by employers.
Requirements	You can become an apprentice if you meet all the following requirements: • Are active duty Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy • Have sufficient time to complete the program while on active duty • Possess a high school diploma or GED • Are assigned to and are performing duties in an authorized trade occupation. Note: Retired military and Reservists, except FTS serving in an active status, are ineligible. Officers who meet the above requirements, not serving in a supervisory capacity, should submit a paper application.
Six steps to a Completion Certificate	1.	Submit your application on this Web site OR mail a paper form (CPPD Form 1560/1) to this office.
	2.	USMAP processes your application. You will receive a package with all the program materials OR an Email with online instructions.
	3.	Document the hours you work in the various skill areas of your trade on this Web site OR in your paper logbook.
	4.	Once every six months you submit a Semi-Annual Report. Print the report from this web site or you can fill out a paper form (CPPD Form 1560/2).
	5.	Once your OJT has been completed you may submit your final report (You do not need to wait until the end of the reporting period to submit a completion report). Print the report from this Web site OR you can fill out a paper form (CPPD Form 1560/2) Marked "Completion Report" and submit along with copies of your hourly records pertaining to that report.
	6.	You will receive your Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate once your completion of OJT and instruction have been verified.
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Six steps to a Completion Certificate