Registered Trade Apprenticeships

Butler Community College's Career & Workforce Education Department is proud to be a leading sponsor of registered apprenticeships and a provider of Related Technical Instruction (RTI). Our work-based learning programs combine classroom instruction with on-the-job training, providing a powerful pathway to career advancement.

Why Choose Work-Based Learning?

  • Real-World Experience: Gain practical skills and hands-on experience in your chosen field while earning a paycheck.
  • Earn While You Learn: Apprenticeships allow you to earn a competitive wage as you complete your training, reducing the financial burden of education.
  • Career Advancement: Our programs are designed to prepare you for high-demand careers, ensuring you have the skills needed for long-term success.
  • Professional Mentorship: Benefit from guidance and support from experienced professionals in your industry.
$72K Average Starting Salary after an apprentice completed an apprenticeship program according to the US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, November 2021 Apprenticeship Whitepaper

How to Get Started

    Explore Programs: Discover apprenticeship opportunities in your field of interest.

    Apply Now: Start your journey by applying for an apprenticeship program that fits your career goals.

    Partner with Us: Collaborate with Butler Community College to develop customized apprenticeship programs.

    Contact Us: Learn how our work-based learning solutions can benefit your organization.

    Quote from John Clark

    Many of these kids have been programmed that they must go to college, but they can’t afford it. Often, no one else in their family has gone to college either.
    John Clark Training Director for Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship Training of Kansas (PPATKS)

    Our Programs

    Worked-based learning and Registered Apprenticeships: Butler Community College offers apprenticeships and Earn While You Learn opportunities in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, and more. These programs are developed in collaboration with industry partners to meet current workforce needs.


    Related Technical Instruction (RTI): We provide the essential classroom instruction that complements on-the-job training. Our RTI courses are tailored to the specific requirements of each apprenticeship program, ensuring comprehensive skill development.

    Benefits for Employers

    • Skilled Workforce: Develop a pipeline of highly skilled employees tailored to your company's needs.
    • Employee Retention: Apprenticeships help reduce turnover by fostering loyalty and engagement among participants.
    • Cost-Effective Training: Invest in your workforce's development with structured, proven training programs that enhance productivity and performance.
    • Compliance and Recognition: Partner with a trusted educational institution to meet industry standards and gain recognition for your commitment to workforce development.

    Apprenticeship Degree Programs

    In partnership with various apprenticeships, Butler Community College offers courses specifically for apprentices completing their apprenticeship as well as degree options related to your career field. If you are currently in an apprenticeship program or have earned your official journeyman qualification, you may qualify for our Apprenticeship Degree Program. You could receive up to 47 college credit hours for no charge toward an Associate of Applied Science degree from Butler Community College. 

    Degree Options

    ​​​Workforce Division: Construction Trades

    Workforce Division: Electrical

    Workforce Division: Plumber & Pipefitter

    Workforce Division: Sheet Metal

    Workforce Division: Workforce Development

    Apprenticeships

      Electrical Training Alliance

      The electrical training ALLIANCE of Western Oklahoma’s Apprenticeship Program is associated with the national Electrical Training Alliance. Our Department of Labor accredited program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 950 hours of classroom education.

      Electrical Training Alliance

      The electrical training ALLIANCE of Western Oklahoma’s Apprenticeship Program is associated with the national Electrical Training Alliance. Our Department of Labor accredited program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 950 hours of classroom education.

      Electrical Training Alliance

      The electrical training ALLIANCE of Western Oklahoma’s Apprenticeship Program is associated with the national Electrical Training Alliance. Our Department of Labor accredited program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 950 hours of classroom education.

      Electrical Training Alliance

      The electrical training ALLIANCE of Western Oklahoma’s Apprenticeship Program is associated with the national Electrical Training Alliance. Our Department of Labor accredited program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 950 hours of classroom education.