National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a nationwide celebration established by the U.S. Department of Labor. Employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders celebrate high-quality, inclusive, in-demand career pathway opportunities through registered apprenticeships.
- The average starting wage after completing a registered apprenticeship program is $80,000.
- About 90% of apprentices retain employment after completing an apprenticeship program.
- Workers who complete registered apprenticeship programs earn an average of $300,000 more over their careers than peers who do not.
BHS APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with MEDIC (MEDIC of Scott County): Abby Gamble, Adriana McGee, Peyton Morse, Kaitlyn Reis
- Welding with John Deere Davenport Works: Owen Allison
- Teacher Apprenticeship - Staff members that are Registered Apprenticeship with Bettendorf Schools: Lydia Campion (Grant Wood), Nicole Lenane (BMS), Shelley Shaner (BHS)