CONNECTING COLORADO TO CAREERS

CONNECTING COLORADO TO CAREERS

I'm a Student. I'm a Business.

Youth apprenticeships go beyond job training—they serve as a catalyst for personal, professional, and community growth. By bridging education and industry while prioritizing community and diversity, our youth apprenticeship programs pave the way for a brighter future for everyone.

THE PROGRAM

  • 2-3 year – competency based, registered with USDOL, work with over 10 school districts in CO
  • Quarterly Supervisor Trainings
  • Apprentice Trainings: Business Essentials, CareerWise Orientation: Unboxing Apprenticeship, Unleashing Your Authentic Self, Apprentice Alliance

TEACHER DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP

Our Teacher Degree Apprenticeship is an earn-while-you-learn program designed for working adults. Apprentices gain paid classroom experience, earn teaching degree credits, and take online courses to apply new skills immediately.

Participating School Districts

  • Ft. Morgan School District
  • Bayfield School District
  • Salida School District
  • Summit School District
  • Eagle County School District
  • Garfield RE2 School District
  • Harrison School District 2
  • Garfield County School District 16
  • Aspen School District
Apprentices Can Expect To:
  • Count paid, on-the-job learning toward their teaching degree requirements
  • Take college classes for their teacher licensure remotely (in the evenings and online)
  • Work for their local district while completing their degree and licensure

LOCAL PARTNERS & FUNDERS

Community Partners
Education Partners
School Districts
  • Denver Public Schools
  • Poudre School District
  • Cherry Creek School
  • Mesa County Valley School District 51
  • Colorado Springs School District 11
  • Boulder Valley School District
  • St. Vrain School District
  • Aurora Public Schools
Funding Partners

Employer Partners

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Colorado's Bold Move

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What is Modern Youth Apprenticeship?

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Find Your Future

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Apprenticeship is an Opportunity Multiplier

Contact Us
If you’re curious about what makes modern youth apprenticeship work, or for general inquiries, please reach out to info@careerwisecolorado.org or call (303) 997-5990.

Prospective Employer?
If you’re interested in becoming an employer partner, contact our Sr. Director of Business Development at stephanie.klein@careerwisecolorado.org.