Earn While You Learn Through.
Registered Apprenticeship
structured Registered Apprenticeship programs that combine paid on-the-job training
with classroom instruction across multiple skilled trades.
Career-Focused Training
Build Real Skills While Earning Real Wages
Registered Apprenticeship is a structured workforce training model that combines practical jobsite experience with technical classroom instruction. Apprentices work directly within their trade field while continuing to build knowledge, certifications, and long-term career opportunities.
Programs are designed around industry standards and employer participation, helping apprentices gain experience that directly supports workforce readiness and career advancement.
Unlike traditional education-only pathways, apprenticeship allows participants to continue earning income while developing specialized trade skills.
How The Process Works
Structured Training Designed Around Real
Workforce Experience
Work With A Sponsoring Employer
Registered Apprenticeship programs require apprentices to work full-time within their selected trade field through a sponsoring employer or approved placement opportunity.
Attend Related Classroom Instruction
Apprentices attend scheduled classroom instruction designed to support technical knowledge, safety standards, code requirements, and trade-specific skill development.
Document On-The-Job
Training
Programs include structured on-the-job training requirements that allow apprentices to build practical experience while tracking progress throughout the apprenticeship pathway.
Advance Toward Long-Term Career Opportunities
As apprentices gain experience and complete program milestones, they continue building career opportunities, industry qualifications, and workforce experience within their chosen trade.
-Why Apprenticeship Matters
Training That Supports Long-Term
Career Growth
FTS apprenticeship programs are designed to help apprentices build practical skills, workplace experience, and career stability within industries that continue to demand qualified skilled trades professionals.
Earn While You Learn
Apprentices continue working within their trade field while completing workforce training requirements.
Gain Hands-On Experience
Programs combine classroom learning with practical jobsite experience tied directly to the apprentice's trade.
Build Industry Credentials
Programs include opportunities for certifications and workforce-recognized training credentials.
Develop Long-Term Career Skills
Structured training pathways help apprentices build experience that supports long-term advancement opportunities.
Train Within Real Industry Environments
Apprentices gain experience while actively working within the trade field instead of learning only in a classroom setting.
Strengthen Workforce Opportunities
Apprenticeship creates stronger pathways into industries that continue to require skilled labor and technical expertise.
-Available Trade Programs
Explore Apprenticeship Opportunities Across Multiple Trades
Carpentry Apprenticeship
Apprentices build practical skills in framing, finishing, concrete forms, and woodworking while gaining construction field experience.
Electrical Apprenticeship
Electrical apprentices receive technical instruction and field experience focused on electrical systems, wiring, safety standards, and code requirements.
HVAC Apprenticeship
HVAC apprentices gain experience in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, troubleshooting, refrigeration systems, and commercial HVAC environments.
Plumbing Apprenticeship
Plumbing apprentices develop skills in water systems, commercial plumbing, piping systems, code requirements, and installation practices.
Apprenticeship Expectations
What Apprentices Should Know Before Applying
FTS apprenticeship pathways are designed for individuals ready to work within their selected trade while completing structured workforce training requirements.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be physically capable of performing trade-related work
- Must work full-time within the selected trade field
- Must have a sponsoring employer or qualifying placement opportunity
- Must be able to attend classes
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English for workplace and safety purposes
- Must complete related classroom instruction and on-the-job training requirements
Additional Guidance:
Individuals with little or no construction experience may be encouraged to begin with the Pre-Apprenticeship pathway before entering Registered Apprenticeship programs.
-Training Locations
Apprenticeship Opportunities Across South Florida
Apprenticeship opportunities are available through multiple South Florida training centers depending on trade availability and employer participation.
1. North Technical Education
Center
7071 Garden Road
Riviera Beach, FL 33404
2. Chuck Shaw Technical Education Center
4260 Westgate Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
3. Historic Carver Technical Education Center
302 SW 12th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33444
4. Atlantic Technical College
4700 Coconut Creek Parkway
Coconut Creek, FL 33063
5. Fort Pierce Campus
4114 Okeechobee Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34947
6. West Tech
4260 Westgate Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
7. Vero Beach
6155 College Lane
Vero Beach, FL 32966
Career-Ready Credentials
Training That Supports Workforce Advancement
-Career-Ready Credentials-
Training That Supports Workforce Advancement
industry-recognized credential opportunities designed to support career readiness and professional development.
Employer Partnerships
Apprenticeship Training Backed By Industry Participation
Registered Apprenticeship depends on collaboration between apprentices, employers, and workforce training organizations. FTS works closely with sponsoring employers and industry partners to help apprentices gain real-world experience within active trade environments.
Take The Next Step Toward A Skilled Trades Career
Individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities can contact Florida Training Services for guidance regarding eligibility, employer sponsorship requirements, training locations, and upcoming enrollment opportunities.