Apprenticeships | Miami Dade College

What is an Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a learning option for students interested in getting paid for learning a skilled trade by combining on-the-job training with related technical instruction.

What are the Benefits of an Apprenticeship?

Paid competitive wages while receiving on-the-job training

Classroom instruction and earned college credit related to your selected occupation

Tuition waivers

Guidance from an experienced mentor

A national credential from the Florida Department of Education recognized by the United States Department of Labor, upon completion of the program

What is the Miami Dade College Apprenticeship Program?

Miami Dade College is the first academic institution in Florida to receive the designation of Program Sponsor by the Florida Department of Education. As a Program Sponsor, MDC is authorized to register occupations, employers and apprentices to participate in Registered Apprenticeship.

The MDC Apprenticeship Program is housed under the Department of Career and Technical Education (CTE). The mission of CTE is to prepare students for career pathways in the seven target industries identified by the Beacon Council.