The College of the Florida Keys invites prospective students to learn about its apprenticeships in construction technologies at a virtual information event on Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. The college is offering the electrical program in Key West and the Upper Keys this upcoming fall semester, which begins Aug. 19. The deadline to apply is July 1.
The virtual information session will help prospective students learn about the trade professions, career outlooks, and the tuition-free “earn while you learn” programs. Attendees will receive a code to waive the $30 application fee. Registration for the event is required. More information is at cfk.edu/apprenticeships. To schedule a personal information session, contact Marissa Owens at recruiter@cfk.edu or call 305-809-3207.
The apprenticeships in construction technologies offer opportunities to help individuals train and advance in high-wage, high-demand construction careers throughout the Florida Keys. In collaboration with local construction businesses, the apprenticeship programs provide education and training in all aspects of the respective trades — from conceptual to practical skills.
Students are employed and paid full-time with a sponsoring employer that is partnered with the college. They attend classes, which are tuition-free, while developing their skills through on-the-job training with their sponsor. As apprentice students advance through the program, their progress is rewarded with periodic raises.Upon successful program completion, an apprentice will receive a four-level certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) as well as a nationally recognized completion-of-apprenticeship certificate by the state of Florida.
