Skilled Trades (Apprenticeship)
As an apprentice, you may apply your related training towards an Associate in Applied Science Degree. In addition to the degree requirements, the following requirements must also be met.
- Successfull completion of all courses listed in a specific related training program (32-40 credits).
- Successful completion of appropriate supportive study elective courses. Supportive electives are courses taken to fit your individual needs. Prior academic course work may be acceptable. Assistance in selecting electives is available from a Delta College counselor familiar with technical career programs.
- Receipt of a journeyman card or equivalent trade experience.
Apprenticeship Trade Related Instruction Programs
Delta College offers required Trade Related Instruction Programs for apprentices and up-graders in the industrial trades, building trades, and maintenance trades from the tri-county and surrounding areas. Trade Related Instruction Programs are designed with the cooperation of industry and provide the instruction to strengthen the theoretical knowledge in each trade area. The combination of related instruction and on-the-job experience is essential in order to provide a complete program to train skilled personnel for the trades. Courses are generally offered during the evening. The scheduling and registration for courses is the responsibility of the Skilled Trades Department; therefore, any inquiry about a particular class should be made directly to them by phoning (989) 686-9476.
Since many company apprenticeship programs are registered with the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, it is imperative that the registration of these courses be coordinated by the local plant apprenticeship coordinator and the College Skilled Trades Department. All Trade Related Instruction is subject to change per agreement with the participating employer and Delta College. Delta College does not issue a journeyman's card only a completion certificate.
The following programs are representative of typical Trade Related Instruction Programs Delta College offers in conjunction with area employers. Employers, however, are not restricted to just these programs and many elect to modify our programs to meet their specific needs. Employers desiring more information on Delta's Trades Related Instruction Programs should call the Skilled Trades Program Manager at (989) 686-9476.
Select the program you are interested in and review the guidesheet.
Contact the Skilled Trades Office for additional information