Career Apprenticeship Bridge Program.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Career Apprenticeship Bridge Program, administered by the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, to provide paid work experience and related instruction to high school students in apprenticeship programs. The program aims to coordinate apprenticeships, identify resources, and foster partnerships between schools, community colleges, and employers. It requires reporting on barriers to employer participation and program outcomes to the Legislature.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Career Apprenticeship Bridge Program for high school students.
- Requires program applicants to demonstrate minimum training hours and offer college credits.
- Mandates the Division of Apprenticeship Standards to work with the State Department of Education and community colleges to develop program guidelines.
- Requires the Division to report on barriers to employer participation and program outcomes to the Legislature.
- Authorizes the Division to identify county and regional intermediaries to support local implementation.
- Requires a review of program applications by the State Department of Education.
- Allows the Division to issue rules and regulations governing the program.
- Prioritizes outreach and support for youth facing barriers to education and employment.
Who is affected
- High school students
- Employers
- California Community Colleges
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