CNMI Apprenticeship Program

An Apprenticeship is a unique long-term training program that allows job seekers to learn specialized skills for various trades. In the CNMI, we are developing programs available that represent a wide variety of occupations. After completing training, an apprentice becomes a journeyworker. Journeyworkers can earn a substantially higher salary as well as pursue career goals of becoming an apprentice supervisor, contractor, or even set up your own business.

Benefits of Apprenticeship in the CNMI

Benefits for the Employer

Minimize liability costs through appropriate training of workers
Increase retention of workers, during and following the apprenticeship
Improve productivity, profitability, and an employer’s bottom line
Create flexible training options that ensure workers develop the right skills
Generate highly skilled employees that compliment a more diverse workforce
Help your business address any critical or unexpected shortages of skilled labor
Start now with the transition from CW based workforce to US/local workforce as mandated by US Public Law 110-229

Benefits for the Employee

Learn from highly-trained and skilled journeymen
Reduce risk of injury while on the job through proper training
Throughout the duration of the program, you will receive periodic pay increases
Increased skills and knowledge pertaining to your profession
Receive “Certification of Completion” after satisfactory completion of the program
Receive nationally recognized credentials
Upon completion of the apprenticeship program, career advancement and substantially higher wages are imminent

How do I join an Apprenticeship?

Must be at least 16 years old
Highschool graduate or GED
Be physically fit for occupation

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Discover Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship.gov is the one-stop source to connect career seekers, employers, and education partners with apprenticeship resources. Discover apprenticeships across industries, how programs are started by employers, and how to become an apprentice.

Visit www.apprenticeship.gov

Contact Us!

CNMI Department of Labor
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Joseph Villacrusis
Program Manager
Phone: (670)664-1711

Lanie Cruz
Program Coordinator
Phone: (670)664-1712

Northern Marianas College State Apprenticeship Expansion Program
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Ashely Olarte
Program Manager
Phone: (670)237-9203

Northern Marianas Technical Institute (NMTech)

Benjamin Babauta
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, NMTech
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Phone: (670)323-6608

Disclaimer:

The CNMI State Apprenticeship Expansion (SAE) Program under the Community Development Institute of the Northern Marianas College, closely aligns itself with the Northern Marianas Technical Institute, the CNMI Department of Labor, the CNMI Public School System, and the business community. The sole purpose of SAE is to create the infrastructure flow for apprenticeship in the CNMI.