Apprenticeship Programs
Advanced Manufacturing
Automotive Technician Specialist
This Registered Apprenticeship Program is designed for persons who aspire to become an Automotive Technician Specialist. Individualslearn to inspect, diagnose, repair, rebuild and service mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components of all types of new and used vehicles.
Building Automation Technician
This program is designed for persons who aspire to become Building Automation Technician. Participants are prepared to assist with building automation systems startup and assuring that all systems and components of a building are designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained according to the owner's or final client's operational requirements. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Machine Operator
The Machine Operator Apprenticeship Program develops skilled professionals who can safely and efficiently operate industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience and technical training in machine setup, operation, maintenance, quality control, and safety procedures. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring and on the job training.
Business
Operations Management / General Manager
This program is designed to advance incumbents or fast-track apprentices into a management position. Participants learn practical and theoretical skills needed to operate a successful business. An Operations/General Manager assesses the needs of the company and devises strategies that produce profit, develops and maintains relationships with clients & customers, and serve in leadership roles, mentoring, coaching and training employees.
Education & Training
Teacher Assistant
The Teacher Assistant Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for persons who enjoy working with children and are devoted to building a nurturing and safe learning environment. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring, and on-the-job training to learn the key responsibilities and skills required to support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom.
Teacher Apprenticeship - Baccalaureate Program
This two-year apprenticeship program combines college coursework, mentoring, and paid on-the-job training designed to prepare participants to become highly qualified and effective teachers employed by Miami Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) in one of the following career pathways:
- Early Childhood Education
- Exceptional Student Education
- Secondary Mathematics Education, 6-12
- Secondary Biology Education, 6-12
Hospitality and Tourism
Culinary Specialist (Cook)
This program is designed to prepare participants with a passion for food, people, and the planet a theoretical and practical foundation for a successful career in the culinary industry. Culinary specialists are trained to prepare and serve meals, maintain food service spaces, ensure food safety, and manage inventory and food orders. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Hotel Associate
This program is designed for persons who aspire to become Hotel Associates. Participants are prepared for a successful career in the lodging industry. Participants will also be prepared for positions such as Front Desk Agent or Guest Service Representative. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Restaurant Manager
This program is designed for persons who aspire to become Restaurant Managers. Participants are prepared to oversee food preparation, ensuring compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene standards while ensuring customer satisfaction with all aspects of the restaurant and dining experience. A Restaurant Manager also assesses the needs of the company and devises strategies that produce profit, develops and maintains relationships with clients & customers, and resolves concerns in a diplomatic and courteous manner. This program is a career pathway that combines college coursework, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Trade & Logistics
Customs Broker
Every year, billions of dollars of cargo move through ports and corridors in South Florida – the gateway to the Americas. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Transportation & Logistics operations is the second largest employment sector in the United States. The fluidity of integration in the field of Transportation & Logistics has expanded to include air, rail, sea, and truck transport.
Transportation and Logistics Specialist
The Transportation & Logistics Specialist Apprenticeship is designed to prepare apprentices for employment in Transportation, Distribution and Logistics. The program content is broad-based to reflect the cross-functional relationships prevalent in supply chain management. Apprentices are exposed to planning, directing, and coordinating transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations.
Department of Career and Technical Education
apprenticeship@mdc.edu