The purpose of the apprenticeship training funds is to supplement the costs of the job-related classroom instruction for eligible registered apprenticeship training programs. Funds for apprenticeship training classes are distributed based on the following priority, unless otherwise determined by the Commission: (1) related instruction, or "apprenticeship," classes that consist of organized, off-the-job instruction in theoretical or technical subjects required for the completion of an apprenticeship program for a particular apprenticeable trade; (2) supplementary instruction, or "journeyworker," classes that consist of instruction designed to provide new skills, or upgrade current skills, for persons employed as journeyworkers in apprenticeable trades; and (3) preparatory instruction classes that consist of instruction lasting six months or less that teach the basic skills required for an individual to comply with the terms of the individual's apprenticeship agreement. |
