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Wisconsin's Youth Apprenticeships integrate school-based and work-based learning to provide students in their junior and senior years with academic and occupational skills leading to both a high school diploma and a Certificate of Occupational Proficiency in a specific industry.  

Why Join a Youth Apprenticeship?

Career Head Start

Ease the transition from school to the professional world by gaining experience in a career area of interest.

Youth Apprenticeship can lead to a fulfilling, long-term career.

Mentorship

Receive practical on-the-job training in your chosen occupation.

You will be guided by a mentor to develop essential skills in your chosen career field.

Paid Learning

From day one, you will earn a paycheck for your work.

​You will learn from both your job and classroom related instruction.

Certification

Earn an industry recognized completion certificate from the State of Wisconsin.

​You may be eligible for advanced standing or transcript credit at a technical college. Credit may also be given towards a Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Ready to take the next step?
Complete the Youth Apprenticeship Application today!

Student and Family Resources

Student Guide

Labor Laws

Grievance Form

Work Incident Form

Workhands Training 

Student Guide: Connecting Experiences to Youth Apprenticeship (YA) Pathways

YA Ignition Day - April 9, 2026

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Students meeting with employers at the YA Ignition Day
Students meeting with employers at the YA Ignition Day
Students meeting with employers at the YA Ignition Day
Panel discussion at YA Ignition Day
Students meeting with employers at the YA Ignition Day
Panel discussion at YA Ignition Day
CESA 1 staff at YA Ignition Day
Students meeting with employers at the YA Ignition Day
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Contact

Stacey Duchrow

Stacey Duchrow

Career-Based Learning Coordinator
Work: 262-787-9500 ext. 9763
John Duba

John Duba

Youth Apprenticeship Consultant
Work: 262-787-9500 ext. 9738
Holly Myhre

Holly Myhre

Associate Director Instruction & Technology
Work: 262-787-9500 ext. 9518

Testimonials

I love seeing and learning new things every day. I am never bored.
I like working working on machinery and equipment that I normally would not have access to at 16 years old. I feel like I am at an advantage with the on the job training and experience I am gaining when compared to others my age, or right out of high school.