Apprenticeships at Georgia Piedmont Technical College

Build a workforce that works—your way

Apprenticeships are one of the most effective strategies for growing a skilled and loyal workforce, while providing employees with the tools to succeed. At Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC), we serve as a trusted apprenticeship sponsor, partnering with employers across industries to create customized, affordable training programs that deliver measurable results.

Our apprenticeship programs are developed in partnership with local industry representatives. These programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on apprenticeship experiences. Key features of our programs include:

• A focus on advanced manufacturing
• Students attend classes for part of the day and work the other part
• Paid, competitive apprenticeships with local manufacturers
• Students earn two technical certificates of credit and a high school diploma upon graduating from 12th grade
• Opportunities to continue education at Georgia Piedmont Tech, earning an associate degree and an apprenticeship certificate

This structure ensures that students gain valuable skills and experience while still in high school, preparing them for both immediate employment and further education.

What is an Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction, enabling employees to apply new skills in real-world settings. Each lesson is directly tied to workplace tasks, ensuring apprentices develop practical, industry-relevant expertise that benefits both the worker and the employer.

Apprenticeships at GPTC are flexible and can be tailored for any sector, including healthcare, advanced manufacturing, information technology, transportation and logistics, and hospitality.

Why employers choose GPTC?

• Customized Training Plans – Classroom instruction tailored to your business operations.
• Proven Expertise – In the last three years, GPTC has trained more than 80 apprentices from over 10 employer partners.
• Upskilling Opportunities – Support for both new hires and current employees seeking advancement.
• Low or No Cost Options – Access to funding through grants such as the American Economic Recovery (AER) Grant, Public Service Apprenticeship Program (PSAP) Grant, and SAEF Grant, plus support from community and government partners.
• Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways – Foundational skill-building programs to prepare candidates for registered apprenticeships.
• Full Sponsorship Support – GPTC manages program documentation and compliance, allowing you to stay focused on your business.

Benefits

For Business

• Reliable pipeline of highly skilled technicians
• Higher productivity and reduced rework/downtime
• Stronger retention with clear wage progression
• More diverse, future-ready workforce

For Apprentices

• Earn while you learn with scheduled wage increases
• Industry-validated skills and college credit
• USDOL-recognized credential
• Clear career advancement in high-demand fields

Programs available now

• Mechatronics Apprenticeship
  • Cross-disciplinary training in mechanical systems, electrical, PLCs, pneumatics/hydraulics, sensors, robotics and troubleshooting to keep automated systems running at peak performance.
• Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship
  • Hands-on skills in preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repair, alignment, lubrication, electrical/mechanical systems, and reliability practices for modern plants and facilities.

At Georgia Piedmont Technical College, we make apprenticeships simple, effective, and impactful. Whether you want to upskill your workforce, attract new talent, or prepare the next generation of employees, GPTC is your partner in building the next workforce.