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October 31, 2019

The Apprenticeship Movement Gains Momentum Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week in November

Mark your calendars for November 11-17, 2019, to celebrate the 5TH annual National Apprenticeship Week across the country and especially here in Colorado.

IECRM will observe National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) through a week-long celebration that highlights the benefits of apprenticeship in preparing a highly-skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries. Click here for details and a schedule of activities.

“It’s a great time to become an apprentice… especially with our newly formed partnership with Emily Griffith and CSU Global that provides greater educational opportunities and services to students seeking to pursue subsequent higher education upon completion of their electrical apprenticeship,” says IECRM Training Director, Paul Lingo. 

IECRM graduates who have earned up to 53 college credits may apply them to a CSU Global bachelor’s degree of their choice. “This partnership with CSU Global is ideal because the structure of their online bachelor’s degree program is a great fit for the working professional,” says Paul. “The 53 credits our students are eligible to transfer to CSU Global from their apprenticeship could be equivalent to almost half of the credits needed to earn their bachelor’s degree – a cost savings of nearly $20,000.” 

Across the country, especially in the skilled trades, organizations and companies will be celebrating and communicating about programs, training, and career opportunities for job seekers and the benefits of apprenticeships as a point of job entry. IECRM believes that more than ever, National Apprenticeship Week can accelerate awareness about electrical contracting apprenticeships and the secure career path this option represents.

Throughout the week, at IECRM, students will enjoy food and refreshments, demos of products from our industry partners, and visits from special guests. 

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a nationwide celebration established by the U.S. Department of Labor that brings together leaders in business, labor, educational institutions, and Americans interested in apprenticeships to showcase the positive impact apprenticeship programs have on addressing the U.S. skills gap and preparing the American workforce for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

GET INVOLVED

Join the celebration by hosting an event – such as apprenticeship graduation, business open house, high school career fair, skills competition, or industry roundtable – or submitting a proclamation supporting NAW and apprenticeship.

To participate in IECRM’s Apprenticeship Week activities, contact Training Director Paul Lingo at [email protected]

IECRM Self-Pay Tuition Policy

 

Self-pay students who are employed with a member company must register and pay through the member company using the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process in order to qualify for member rates.

Self-pay students that are employed with a member company but that do not register and pay through the member will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who are employed with a member company and require a payment plan will not qualify for the member rate and will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who do not work for a member company will continue to be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


To maximize association/membership benefits, ALL member companies are encouraged to register and pay for all enrolled apprentices utilizing internal payment arrangements and processes between employer and employee.


We value our IECRM members and apprentice community. We encourage all apprentices to be enrolled in the four-year apprenticeship program, earning, and learning their way toward Journeyworker licensure. We encourage all members to utilize the member discount for tuition, books and applicable fees to ensure the long-term support and success of the next-generation electrician.


(Payment Plans are available, please reference the Self Pay Payment Plan Policy.)


Self-Pay Payment Plan Policy


We offer the following arrangements for students that are unable to pay in full at the time of registration.


● Self-pay students will be charged the non-member rate.
● A 50% down payment of total semester tuition, books and applicable fees are due at registration.
● Remaining balance can be divided up to 3 additional monthly payments ($10.00 processing fee applies on each installment)
● All payments that are declined will incur a $20.00 NSF fee.

 

We encourage all students who are employed with a member company to work with their employer to register and pay through the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process. This will ensure the student is paying the lowest possible rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.