Sharon Nivens
Director of Apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning
- nivenss836@clevelandcc.edu
- (704) 669-4243
- B Building, Office 1040E
Earn while you learn!
Apprenticeship Cleveland is a combination of on-the-job training and practical classroom instruction that prepares participants for high-skilled careers with local industry partners. Apprenticeship programs are sponsored by a local employer where the apprentice will benefit from paid employment and on-the-job training.
Upon successful completion, the apprentice qualifies for a nationally-recognized certification as a “journey worker” in a skilled trade and an academic credential from Cleveland Community College.
Benefits of Apprenticeship include:
- Paid employment during training with progressive wage increases
- Opportunity to learn skills needed by employers throughout the industry
- A more secure career and the ability to adapt to new job requirements
- Credit toward a diploma or certificate for completion of the apprenticeship program
Apprenticeship Partners
Apprenticeship programs are industry-driven, structured training methods that allow employers to attract and develop new talent or use existing full-time employees to earn while they learn. There is no cost for employers to participate.
Why Apprenticeship?
Shane Rogers Eaton Corporation
I really like maintenance work. I’ve always worked with my hands, and that’s something I’ve always wanted to do. My biggest thing was, I was just scared of going back to school.
Apprenticeships allow companies to recruit and develop highly skilled employees which improves productivity, profitability and the employer’s bottom line. CCC makes the process so easy!
Having the opportunity to work with seasoned professionals on the job has helped me translate what I learned in the classroom to real world applications in my industry.
Johnathan's education in information technology has opened doors to a fulfilling career that he is passionate about, and he is excited to see where the future takes him.
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