Overview
Registered apprenticeship program sponsors identify the minimum qualifications to apply into their apprenticeship program. The eligible starting age can be no less than 16 years of age. However, individuals must usually be 18 to be an apprentice in hazardous occupations. All applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications. Based on the selection method utilized by the sponsor, additional qualification standards, such as fair aptitude tests, interviews, school grades and previous work experience may be identified.

Click to view a sample apprenticeship Qualifications and Selection Procedures document.

How Do I Get Started?
This information is for individual not attending high school age 18-years or older.

• Do you want to learn more about apprenticeship and explore the opportunities in your community? Then contact the Utah Department of Workforce Services in your area.

• Determine an occupation of interest. It is important to find an occupation that is well suited to your interests and abilities.
• Get a job with a registered program sponsor. Remember, the key to an apprenticeship is to have a job. You can see what companies in Utah have registered apprenticeship programs by visiting http://bat.doleta.gov/county.asp?State=UT . This listing of registered program sponsors does not signify they are taking applications for apprenticeship or employment. Program sponsors determine individually when they will take applications. It’s a place to start!
• Contact one of the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program sponsors. Click to download the Utah Building & Construction Trades Apprenticeship Coordinators list.