ApprenticeshipSan Joaquin Delta College has been affiliated with apprenticeship programs providing Related and Supplemental Instruction (RSI) for over 50 years. The college programs are designed as part of the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards approved Apprenticeship Program Standards for the particular apprenticeship programs. The apprenticeship courses are only available to apprentices that are indentured to the particular apprenticeship committee/program as governed by the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards, Apprenticeship Committee, and the California Community College Chancellor's Office. The apprenticeship programs are designed so that an employer hires the apprentice, and the apprentice increases his/her occupational skills and knowledge while receiving On-The-Job Training (OJT). The apprentice also attends specific apprenticeship courses (RSI) provided by Delta College. The apprentice's educational program and OJT training is under the direction of the Apprenticeship Committee. Apprenticeship programs may vary from 2 years to 5 years in length. San Joaquin Delta College provides apprenticeship classes (RSI) for the following apprenticeship programs: Automotive & Related Trades Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Electrical Trades Electrical Maintenance Hydro-Electric Plant Operator Machinist Mechanical Maintenance Mill Cabinet Plant Programs- Individual Plumbers & Pipe Fitters Plumbers Refrigeration Service Utility Craft Worker The apprentice will be recommended for a Journey Level Certificate issued by the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards when the apprentice completes the required apprenticeship courses, meets the minimum number of On-The-Job Training (OJT) hours working with an approved employer, and has positive employer evaluations. Some apprenticeship programs also offer national certification and recognition for reaching journey level. Many of the apprentices that are awarded Journey Level Certificates also earn a Delta College Certificate or A.S. Degree. Admissions Procedures Admissions procedures are specified in the Program Standards for each specific state approved apprenticeship program. More information of the specific admission procedures can be obtained by contacting the Delta College Apprenticeship Office at (209) 954-5269 or visiting the Apprenticeship Office, Holt 140. Application Procedure Anyone interested in applying for an apprenticeship program must make application to the particular apprenticeship program and not San Joaquin Delta College. The apprentice is hired by an employer affiliated with one of the state approved programs prior to attending any apprenticeship classes. Information about apprenticeship programs in the College's service area is available in Apprenticeship Office, Holt 140 or by calling (209) 954-5269. Selection Procedure The selection of the apprentice is made by the apprenticeship committee or employer according to the state approved Apprenticeship Program Standards. Once the applicant is selected to an apprenticeship program, the apprentice is required to complete a Delta College application for admissions. The apprenticeship office will process all course enrollments as required by the specific apprenticeship program standards. For Additional Information Interested individuals my contact the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards or the Delta College Apprenticeship Office for more information. Division of Apprenticeship Standards 2424 Arden Way Suite 160 Sacramento, CA 95825-2488 Telephone (916) 263-0718 Delta College Apprenticeship Office 5151 Pacific Avenue, Holt 140 Stockton, CA 95207-6370 (209) 954-5269 |