Alaska's Registered Apprenticeship for Teachers

EARN AND LEARN
Work full-time in the classroom, gaining valuable hands-on teaching experience that helps apprentices meet professional teaching standards.

MENTORSHIP
Develop teaching skills under the guidance of a certified mentor teacher.

CERTIFICATION
Upon successful completion, apprentices earn a credential to teach in Alaska.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 

• Be at least 17 years old
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Meet physical requirements established by the employer
• Be eligible to work in an Alaska public school and meet any additional requirements set by the college or training institution

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

• The program typically takes up to four years to complete
• Requires approximately 5,000–6,000 hours of on-the-job learning
• Includes a minimum of 3–4 University courses per year
• Previous relevant experience may allow apprentices to begin at an advanced standing, potentially shortening the required training time