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Promising Career.

College Degree.

Zero Debt.

My name is ____________ and I’m the TITLE from COMPANY. I’m here to talk with you about Apprenticeship Randolph. Apprenticeship Randolph offers Randolph County high school juniors and seniors a promising career, a college degree and all with Zero College DEBT. Apprentices don’t pay for tuition, books or tools for classes at Randolph Community College.

So, who pays?

Tuition is paid by the state youth apprenticeship waiver.
Books and tools for classes are paid by your company sponsor.
Your company sponsor also pays you a progressive wage to work and learn a career.
And one other surprising fact… Your company also pays for you to attend your RCC classes, we call it “seat time pay” once you graduate from high school. I bet you’d like to get paid for being at high school! Well, with Apprenticeship Randolph, you get paid to attend RCC.
It’s a pretty sweet deal.

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After completion, apprentices earn $41,600 minimum annually

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And graduate with ZERO college debt

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1 year at a 4 year college:

Average cost of books is between $600-800 per year.

Commute?

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3 YEARS TO $41,600

& ZERO COLLEGE

Apprenticeship offers…

You get:

1 Paid to work

2 Paid to attend class

3 Time off work to attend class

4 No tuition bill

5 No books to purchase

6 No school fees

7 Full-time benefits

8 To continue your education after college graduation

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Company Partners

SO - who are these company partners that are willing to employ you, pay you to go to class and mentor you for three years to teach you a great career? These AR industry partners have signed up and are committed to partnering with students for success. And, we have some of them with us here today. After the presentation, we will be here to answer any questions or talk one-on-one with any of you. AND - each of us that are taking apprentices this year will host an Open House at our company so you and your parent or guardian can come tour our facility, see what we make and what our benefits are and get to know us a bit. Some of these companies are willing to take students that are 16 and up but some are 18 and up only. And- some of these company partners aren’t taking any apprentices this year at all… so make sure you check out our website … or with your CDC. They have all the details.

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• Available to Juniors & Seniors

• A 3 year program with yearly raises

• Journeyworker Certificate through

North Carolina & US Department of Labor

• Earn Associate in Applied Science degree in:

Industrial Systems Technology – Mechatronics OR

Computer Integrated Machining OR

I.T. – Computer Support Specialist

• 3 years of MENTORED, PAID, HANDS-ON work experience

What is ?

So, let’s talk more about what Apprenticeship Randolph is.. and get into some of the details.

AR is a youth focused earn and learn program, open to high school juniors and seniors only.

When you start the program, you will work with your company to complete a checklist to get your Journeyworker Certification - that certification says that you are proficient in your career, as a machinist, or maintenance technician or computer support technician… and if you ever decide to leave your employer - it puts your resume on the top of the pile when you go to apply for other positions. It’s a highly sought after certification. But, you must have every checkmark on that checklist to get it. Some apprentices will get it in their 3 year apprenticeship, some may take a bit longer.

You will also earn your associate degree from Randolph Community College in IST-Mechatronics, Machining or in Information Technology-Computer Support. Most employers have grade expectations - and remember that seat time pay - we’re investing in you and doing all we can as employers to make you successful - we want to see you thrive!

You’ll have 3 years of mentored, paid, hands-on work experience throughout this! Get ready to learn from the best! Have an open mind and be ready to start from the bottom and fast track your way to learning!

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Mechanics + Electronics = Mechatronics - lead to Maintenance Careers
Install new machines and electrical equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical issues
Perform preventative maintenance
Document and keep records of repairs and testing
Work with managers to improve processes and software
Respond to emergencies getting machines back up and running

• Earn Associate in Applied Science degree in:

Industrial Systems Technology – Mechatronics

Who’s offering Maintenance careers?

What is IST-Mechatronics?

18+

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Set up and operate CNC machines.
Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind metal parts.
Read blueprints, sketches, and computer-aided design (CAD) files.
Inspect parts to meet standards.
Disassemble machines for repairs or upgrades.
Use software to program CNC machines to cut parts.

• Earn Associate in Applied Science degree in:

Computer Integrated Machining

Who’s offering Machinist careers?

What is Machining?

18+

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Working with the Information Technology team to…

Build, deconstruct, decommission computers
Construct applications
Work on servers, server rooms
All things hardware/software related

• Earn Associate in Applied Science degree in:

I.T. – Computer Support Specialist

Who’s offering I.T. Computer Support Specialist careers?

What is Computer Support?

18+

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Apprenticeship Requirements

Exceptions may be considered with attendance or if below a 2.8 GPA (may have to take additional classes at RCC).

Some companies only take apprentices 18 years of age and up. Others are 16+.

GOOD

ATTENDANCE

RELIABLE

TRANSPORTATION

PASS

DRUG

TEST

UNWEIGHTED

GPA

2.8 PREFERRED

MEET ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR AAS DEGREE & RCC PROGRAM AREA

So, if the program has piqued your interest. These are our requirements…

(Read the slide)

(When you get to the “Good Attendance” - you may want to engage your audience… for example, “another of our requirements is good attendance, can someone tell me why this is important?” Employers are offering you a chance at a career - not just as a button pusher on a machine that never moves up in responsibility, but as someone who will grow with their company. A good, solid work ethic involves showing up and being eager to learn.” You can, if time permits, also talk about being paired with a mentor that wants to relay their knowledge to you… etc.)

Also, you can add “if you will notice, nowhere in our requirements does it say “must know how to run a CNC machine, how to read blueprints, how to diagnose a machine problem”… we are looking to teach you to do those things through your classes at RCC and through your company partner. Don’t let not knowing manufacturing basics stop you from applying. With a good work ethic, eagerness to learn, and following your mentor, we can turn this into a great well-paying career.”

*Essential Functions refers to the "Technical Standards" for each degree program & can be found on the RCC website.

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Hourly Wages During Program (Manufacturing & IT)

Upon Graduation

(with Journeyworker)

$20-$22.35

Guaranteed Pay Increases

Pre-

Apprenticeship

$14

Annually $41,600-$46,488

Year 2

$16-17.50

Year 1

$15.50-16.50

Year 3

$17-19

Talking about pay… this is a snapshot of our Pay Scale…
Each year, wages progress upward. You’ll finish after year 3, ready to go, with a job opportunity that offers a competitive starting salary. Meaning, at the end of the 3 year apprenticeship, after college graduation, you will make a minimum range of $20 to $22.35 per hour, which is between $41,600 to $46,488 a year. And, that’s at a minimum… some industries will pay more, especially if you have shown eagerness to learn and growth throughout the years.
How many Juniors do we have here? If you apply as a junior and are offered a pre-apprenticeship – this summer you will work as many hours as you can (close to 40) per week at $14 per hour, plus, you’ll take RCC Summer Classes. Then, if you are offered a full apprenticeship in August, you will attend high school for your Senior year, work a minimum of 20 hours per week & take classes at RCC, paid for 20 hours at a rate of $15.50- $16.50 per hour until you graduate high school. When you graduate, then you’ll get to work more hours. Plus, since you’ll have your high school diploma, you’ll start earning seat time pay.
Raise your hand if you are a Senior! If you apply as a senior and are offered a pre-apprenticeship – this summer you will also work as many hours as you can (close to 40) per week at $14 per hour and take RCC Summer Classes at night. Then, if you are offered a full apprenticeship in August, you’ll work 24-32 hours (depending on college schedule) making between $15.50-$16.50 per hour – you’ll get some paid seat time as a full time employee and high school grad.

Each year your pay will increase. Your range of pay is determined by your employer, based on their performance measures… it could include your work ethic (attendance, attitude, eagerness, professionalism, grades, etc.), your performance at work, your performance and attendance at school, etc. - so always do your best.

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Apprentice Testimonial

UBW: https://youtu.be/htDYtlmagtY?si=WyU7K2Ngpq36k5Yl

Energizer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5znoImDQMg

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Attend industry open houses and submit an application by 3/10

Find out if you’re selected for Orientation

Orientation at RCC for selected students

Industry partner interviews

Draft day / Pre-apprenticeship offers emailed to students

Start pre-apprenticeship RCC summer classes

Start pre-apprenticeship paid work experience

Company makes apprenticeship offer

Go to signing ceremony and start apprenticeship

Steps to Apprenticeship

Timeline Link on Website

www.apprenticeshiprandolph.com

January 23-March 10

March 12

March 17-19 (4-8 p.m.)

March 20-April 10

April 17

May 26-July 27

June 15-July 31

August 4

July 24

School Information Sessions - Apply Now at ApprenticeshipRandolph.com

This is our timeline.

We start with school information sessions to get the word out. That’s what we are doing now!
Next, is Company Open Houses – this allows parents and students a look into industries. TAKE AS MANY TOURS AS YOU CAN!! See what’s manufactured right here in Randolph County! A parent or guardian must attend one with you. Whenever you are ready - submit your application by March 10th!
Next, the AR Committee reviews the applications and selects students to participate in Orientation Week.
Orientation is 3 evenings, March 18-20th from 4-8 p.m. each night. Attendance is mandatory at RCC– Company Partners attend and observe the applicants in action. We have some hands on activities that we do, get to know you over dinner, and just in general try to see if you are someone who our company partners could see themselves working with. (Treat it as a 3 night interview- put your best foot forward, watch your phone use and your language, ask good questions, get to know the employers, do your best on the activities, don’t get discouraged, be yourself!)
Next, industry has a chance to interview any students they are interested in.
Ranking – Industry chooses their top 5, students choose theirs.
Draft Day – 1 to 1 matches are made; then they have their spots filled. Pre-apprenticeship offers are made to the students via email.
Pre-apprenticeship – “try-outs” – Students take RCC Summer classes (May 26-July 27^th) and work 40 hours-or close to it (June 15-July 31). This is a time for you to shine. It’s also a time for industry to decide if they want to keep you, and it gives you a chance to see if this is what you want to do.
Next, industry decides if they want to offer you a Full Apprenticeship. Student decides if they are interested in moving forward.
Signing Ceremony - we celebrate your apprenticeship.

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After 3 years:

ZERO DEBT / GREAT CAREER

Earning between $14-20 per hour - at work and in class, with a strong career future.

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Books and tools needed for classes; Tuition and fees - COVERED!

IN CONCLUSION…

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Questions?

Ready to take the next step?

ApprenticeshipRandolph.com

Stacey Miller

Director of Apprenticeships

Randolph Community College

336-318-4958

apprenticeshiprandolph@gmail.com

Go To:

For more information,

Contact Your CDC

To recap, as an apprentice:

You get paid to learn skills in an exciting, in-demand industry
You will be trained by professionals who want to see you succeed
You go to college for free
You can even earn certifications and credentials that can open doors nationwide
And you’ll be on the fast track to a rewarding career by starting now
AND - this is just the start… if you are looking to go even forward with getting a bachelors degree from a university- many of our companies offer tuition reimbursement.

If you are ready to take the next step? We encourage you to:

Talk to your career development coordinator (HAVE THE CDC STAND UP AND WAVE) or school counselor
Visit ApprenticeshipRandolph.com - you can learn more about the opportunity and sign up for upcoming Company Open Houses to explore your options. Check out our companies and see what careers they are looking to hire apprentices for on our website.
Share information with parents/guardians… Their support is critical! Again, invite them to attend one of the Open Information Sessions or take a picture of the screen and have them contact Stacey Miller.
Now… Go to the website to fill out the google form and sign up for Open Houses. Be sure to write them down so you don’t forget to attend them! www.apprenticeshiprandolph.com (Parent/Guardian must attend at least one open house)
TODAY - Start your application - Apply at www.apprenticeshiprandolph.com
Our leaders will stay up front if anyone wants to talk one-on-one.
THANK YOU! We appreciate your time!