Special Populations Collaborative

Effective Practices for Nontraditional Students

National Resource: Model Curriculum Guide for Apprenticeship Preparation Programs

The curriculum focuses on the core competencies for apprenticeship preparation including employability, industrial safety, physical strength and aptitude, trades math, basic construction trades, and construction practical applications. It also contains a sample course outline, tools, safety equipment and facilities suggestions, a student self-assessment, and individual employment and training plan.

To download a copy of the curriculum guide, go to www.portjobs.org/policy-a-research