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Applications
are now being accepted for the 5-year program scheduled to
start in January 2009. The deadline to submit a
completed application with required documentation is mid-October 2008. Click the links below to learn more about our admission requirements and general enrollment information:
Service Curriculum Program All applicants shall be a minimum of 18 years of age. The applicant shall furnish a valid Florida driver’s license for identification. The applicant shall submit reliable proof of birth date with a completed application. Applicants shall be high school graduates or provide proof of equivalent education attainment through such means as an official report of successful results on the GED Test (Test of General Education Development). Each applicant shall submit a high school transcript or an official report of GED test results with a completed application. Applicants shall be in such condition that they will be able to adequately perform the work of the trade. The applicant shall be required to score a high or medium grade on the USES test battery for the trade. The applicant will be required to take two (2) State recognized Math evaluation tests. Applications and Acceptance Procedure Applications are available year-round. A telephone call on our toll-free line (1-800-463-3129) is all it takes. The applications are now available on-line. Just click, print, fill out the application and return with the required information. Applications are also available through the mail or can be picked up at the school’s reception desk. A completed application will get you started towards a career in the air conditioning, refrigeration and pipefitting industry. Upon completion of the basic requirements, you will meet with the Education Committee. From this meeting, a ranking list will be created. As the local industry demand increases, so does the need for accepted applicants. All procedures are in accordance with registered standards with the state of Florida. Advancement credit for the 5-year program
is available to qualified individuals. Interested applicants
must submit documentation for previous work and or educational
experience. An evaluation test based upon field training
and classroom related instruction will be administered. Applicants
must score at least 80% on the test to be considered for a
maximum of 2 years credit. Accepted applicants in the program are
required to attend classes two (2) nights a week. The 5-year
program is divided into two categories: Service and Pipefitting.
Both provide a very rewarding career. Applicants are asked
to choose either category during the interview. The night time
classes allow you to work full-time for one of our participating
contractors. Class hours are from 6:00 P. M. until 9:30 P.
M. Since our program is part of Broward County and Miami-Dade
County Public Schools, we follow the school system’s
calendar year. Our programs follow a progressive – type
educational format. Over the course of the The classes are offered tuition-free. You only have to pay for your books. The books are sold to you at a cost that amounts to about $150 - $200/year. Your initial investment is very minimal. Pay RateThe apprentice pay rate is a percentage of the current R-1 journeyman’s scale. With each year of apprenticeship that is completed, the percentage increases until journeyman’s scale is reached. Additional increases to the percentage are granted during the course of apprenticeship with the acquisition of certain licenses and certifications that are required before completing the program. BenefitsAn insurance policy becomes available at the beginning of your second year. More information regarding this coverage will be made available when the coverage begins. Also, a much needed pension plan is provided at the beginning of the fourth year. Wages, insurance, and pension are all part of the negotiated package between labor and management. Truly a small investment for a long-term reward. |