Employer Resources
Program Area Guidelines
- Agriculture Mechanics
- Animal Basics – First Year Students Only
- Dairy Grazer – Second Year Students Only
- Animal Herd – Second Year Students Only
- Small Animal-Vet Tech – Second Year Students Only
- Plant Fundamentals – First Year Students Only
- Crops – Second Year Students Only
- Landscaping – Second Year Students Only
- Floral Greenhouse – Second Year Students Only
- Arborist
- Environmental Systems (Water Resources)
Resources
Employer Responsibilities
- Participate in mentor training session
- Interview& hire YA student(s)
- Provide on the job training to YA student(s)
- Pay YA student(s) at least minimum wage
- Participate in regular Progress Reviews with apprentice(s) at least 3 times per year
- Ensure 450hours per year of worksite training/work hours
- Comply with employment of minors (child labor) laws
Employer Timeline
We accepts applications from students and interest from employers throughout the calendar year. Access to the largest pool of candidates will occur in Spring through the Fall.
Mentoring
Mentorship is a critical element of the Youth Apprenticeship program. the quality of mentoring is critical to apprentices’ learning and persistence in the program as well as future employment decisions.
Child Labor Laws
The laws regarding the employment of minors have developed over time to ensure the safety and ongoing learning of students outside of a traditional school building.