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ESA Apprenticeship Program

Apprenticeship is the process of learning a skilled occupation through on-the-job training (practical, paid experience) and learning the related technical knowledge in a classroom. It standardizes the process so that it is recognized nationally

    Program benefits include:
  • Attracting adequate numbers of highly-qualified applicants
  • Filling the void of trained and qualified technicians
  • Reducing turnover
  • Increasing productivity
  • Reducing the cost of training
  • Ensuring availability of uniform, technical instruction
  • Enhancing the problem-solving abilities of the field technicain
  • Ensuring versatility of the technician

National Guidelines for Apprenticeship Standards developed by

For the occupation of
Protective Signal Installer
(Fire/Life Safety & Electronic Security Installer)

Approved by the U.S. Dept. of Labor Sept. 20, 2006
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