• What is Apprenticeship?

    photo of tools Apprenticeship is learning a skilled trade through on-the-job training and related technical classes. Students are required to take a minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction per year. Classes provide theoretical knowledge. Bergen County Technical Schools offer approved programs. Apprenticeship training programs can be added with a minimum of 10 students. Customized apprenticeships in fields outside the scope of school programs can be arranged for individual students. Length of training varies from four to six years and is determined by the industry or union.photo of student

    The United States Department of Labor and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development approve the apprenticeship programs in New Jersey.
    Dr. James Karpowich Bergen County Coordinator

    APPRENTICESHIP GENERAL INFORMATION

    How can I qualify?

    You must be employed full-time/part-time or 1099 employee with at least six (6) months of consecutive employment in your chosen field of work and your employer or union must be willing to sponsor you. You may be eligible for advanced standing if you have on-the-job experience, vocational school training and/or military background. The Apprenticeship Coordinator will assist you with program placement and registration.

    How can I become certified?

    photo of student working Certification is open to all registered apprentices who successfully complete on-the-job and related classroom training requirements. Apprenticeship Certificates are issued by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. Two months prior to completion of the full program, contact the Apprenticeship Coordinator to begin processing your Completion Certificate.

    How can I get a trade license?

    Programs such as electrician, plumber and HVAC technician offer licensure opportunities. Students typically enroll in a license prep class after completion of the apprenticeship program and all requirements related to licensure. Please see the catalog for more information.

    CONTACT INFORMATION

    Dr. James M. Karpowich, Bergen County Coordinator
    201-343-6000, ext. 4603photo of a fanE-mail: jamkar@bergen.org

    Patricia Field, Assistant Administrator
    201-343-6000, ext. 2289E-mail: patfie@bergen.org

    Location:
    190 Hackensack Ave.
    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    BEFORE YOU REGISTER

    • FIRST, YOU MUST MEET WITH THE APPRENTICESHIP COORDINATOR TO COMPLETE THE ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE.
    • CALL THE APPRENTICESHIP COORDINATOR, DR. JAMES M. KARPOWICH AT 201-343-6000 EXT. 4603 OR EMAIL him at:  jamkar@bergen.org

    *Registrations CANNOT be accepted until you consult with the Apprenticeship Coordinator.