Mr. Alfred Valles

1. Mr. Alfred Valles State Director, Hawaii-Pacific Office of Apprenticeship, U.S. Department of Labor

2. Office of Apprenticeship Alfred B. Valles, State Director Hawaii /Pacific Area

3. Apprenticeship A Blueprint to train Skilled Workers in Guam

4. What is Registered Apprenticeship? • Registered apprenticeship is a structured, formalized method of training which has been successfully utilized for centuries.

5. What is Registered Apprenticeship? • A registered apprenticeship program is an employer run flexible training program that cultivates highly skilled workers. It consists of two complementary components: • Supervised on-the-job training that is customized to meet job specific needs. • Related technical instruction, which is delivered by a local technical college, approved on-line course, or industry association approved training.

6. Who Can Sponsor anApprenticeship Program? • Individual Employers • A Group of Employers • Combinations of Employers and Unions. • Federal, State and Local Governmental Agencies • The Military

7. How Long Do Apprenticeships Last? • The length of time for training ranges from one to six years, depending upon the specific trade. • The majority of programs require three to four years of work and study to complete an apprenticeship.

8. Performance-Base Apprenticeship • Apprentices are permitted to move ahead at their own pace, depending on their prior training, ability to master the task, and motivation to progress. • Individual tasks and complete the overall program depends on the apprentice's ability to complete the work.

9. Apprenticeship StandardsBasic Requirements • Apprenticeable Occupation • Minimum Qualifications (16 years of age) • Ratio of Apprentices to Journeyworkers/Professionals • Progressive Wage Schedule • Structured OJT Schedule • Structured Related Technical Instruction • OJT & Related Instruction Records

10. School to Apprenticeship • The School-to-Registered Apprenticeship (STRA) Program allows high school students the opportunity to participate in apprenticeship training as a part of their high school classroom activities. • Students wishing to be considered for participation in a STRA Program must be at least 16 years of age and a third year (junior) student in high school.

11. School to Apprenticeship • May begin in Junior Year • Minimum Age of 16 allowed in apprenticeship • Work a reduced work day/work week • Direct transition from part-time to full-time upon graduation • Must stay in school to participate

12. School to Apprenticeship • Youth Apprenticeship systems require three components: • School-based learning • Work-based learning • Connecting Components • A planned program of training and work experiences to coordinate with school-based learning. • A true "integration" of learning at school and at work with "connecting activities."

13. School to Apprenticeship • Youth Apprenticeship systems require three components: • School-based learning • Work-based learning • Connecting components • A planned program of training and work experiences to coordinate with school-based learning. • A true “integration” of learning at school and at work with “connecting activities”.

14. Guam Registered Apprenticeship Data: • 650 apprentices in training • 80 apprenticeship programs LOCAL APPRENTICES (Areas of Training) • Health Care • Government • Human Resources • Shipbuilding • Car Dealers • Information Technology • Child Care • Hospitality • Utilities • Construction • Security

15. Local Apprentices • Courts System • Management Consulting • Security Services • Printing Services • Engineering Services • Retail Sales • Golf • Fire Protection • Auto Industry • Wedding Services • Financial Services • Social Services

16. What is the Guam State Apprenticeship Agency (GSAA) ? • A State Apprenticeship Service Agency certified by the United States Department of Labor that builds the local workforce by stimulating and encouraging and assisting local industries in the development, expansion of apprenticeship and training programs. • The Apprenticeship Agency under the direction of the Guam Director of Labor will establish the “Guam Apprenticeship Council” comprised of members representing Management and Labor who's principal functions are to encourage the establishment of sound apprenticeship and training programs that will build the skilled local workforce and provide technical assistance to industry in setting up such programs.

17. What Services Will Guam State Apprenticeship Agency (GSAA) Provide? • Review and Approve Apprenticeship Standards • Approve revised standards and customized work processes to meet employer’s needs • Coordinate related instruction with colleges or other approved training providers • Assist in developing recordkeeping systems (RAPIDS) • Assist in development of competency based training • Issue recognized credentials to completers of the apprenticeship program. • Oversight of all registered local apprenticeship

18. GSAA will encourage the use of initiatives that enhance Apprenticeship • Guam Employment Fund (H2B Workers) • Guam Registered Apprenticeship Program (Tax Credit) • Apprenticeship Workforce Investment Integration (GWIB) • Governor’s Executive Order 2012-04 (Hire Apprentices) • Guam Job Corps Satellite Center (continue implementation efforts)