Apprenticeships vs university: Pre-class activities

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Apprentices work as electricians, carpenters, plumbers, cooks and mechanics.
Take math and science courses.
Learn to apply math and science concepts in practical ways.
The majority of employers require apprentices to have a high school diploma.
Get your driver’s license.
Apprentices are paid wages when at work, earning while they learn.
Many apprentices graduate from their programs debt-free.

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