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WORK EXPERIENCE COMPONENT: APPRENTICESHIP Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. This component is provided by Apprenticeship TN, a statewide initiative developed to create a greater awareness of apprenticeship opportunities for employers and workers in every area of Tennessee. The Tennessee apprenticeship program is designed to assist individuals earn experiential learning combining paid, on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction in order to increase an apprentice’s skill level and Wages. It provides participants with: - On-the-job training from an experienced mentor for typically not less than one year; - Technical education at one of Tennessee’s community colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship training schools, provided online or at the job site; - Training and curriculum that align with the skill needs of employers in the economy of the State or region involved; - Access to educational and career counseling and other supportive services, directly or indirectly; - Hands-on, meaningful learning activities that are connected to education and training activities, such as exploring career options, and understanding how the skills acquired through the coursework can be applied toward a future career; and - Opportunities to attain at least one industry-recognized credential. Timeframe for apprenticeship varies based on career path and/or field selected. Interested individuals that meet the criteria for participation will be referred to Apprenticeship TN. The list of TN’s registered apprenticeships can be found at https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/apprenticeshiptn/find-a- program.html. SNAP E&T will support up to $1,000 in tuition and required training materials that are not covered by an existing funding source. If needed, a referral to TDHS for child care assistance is provided but no E&T funds are used. Is this component subsidized by SNAP E&T? Subsidized Unsubsidized Both subsidized and unsubsidized 1/29/26, 10:22 AM State Plan TN FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-tnfy26stateplan//index.html 61/108