Apprenticeship Program

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Apprentices learn the aspects of a highly skilled profession through on-the-job training and related classroom instruction, while being sponsored by individual employers. There's a wide range of occupations available, from carpenter to electrician. Apprenticeships usually last 2 to 4 years with a minimum of 144 hours of related training required per year for most trades.

Generally, minimum qualifications for an apprenticeship include:

• A high school diploma or GED
• You must be at least 18 years of age
• One year of high school algebra or equivalent with a C grade or better (MTH 60/65 or 75)

Benefits of Apprenticeship include:

• Paid employment during training with progressive wage increases
• Opportunity to learn skills needed by employers throughout the industry
• A more secure career and the ability to adapt to new job requirements
• Credit towards an AAS degree or Certificate for completion of apprenticeship program

Average Journey Wage in Oregon (updated July 2025):

Program Cost Estimate (2025-26)

Construction Trades, General Apprenticeship (2-year Associate Degree)

Resident Tuition and student fees - $14,849
Books and supplies - $1,530
Total - $15,379

Electrician Apprenticeship Technologies (2-year Associate Degree)

Resident Tuition and student fees - $13,086
Books and supplies - $1,835
Total - $14,921

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology Apprenticeship (2-year Associate Degree)

Resident Tuition and student fees - $14,010
Books and supplies - $2,500
Total - $16,510

Costs are based on resident tuition. Learn more about tuition and fees at Lane. If you're an international student, talk to the International Programs office for information on program costs.

Apprenticeship Program - Related Links

• Bureau of Labor & Industries
• Oregon Apprenticeship
• Oregon's Business & Employment Services
• OLMIS

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