FAQs
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I want to be an apprentice. What do I do?
Contact your state apprenticeship office to learn about opportunities in your region.
Last Updated: 06/24/2019
What are the benefits of an apprenticeship program?
Various for the Employer, Apprentice and Community
Last Updated: 12/19/2017
What does NIMS stand for?
NIMS stands for the National Institute for Metalworking Skills.
Last Updated: 01/01/2018
What is NIMS Accreditation and why should my training program seek accreditation through NIMS?
NIMS accreditation is the highest quality benchmark for metalworking training programs within the U.S.
Last Updated: 06/24/2019
What is the difference between credentialing and accreditation?
Credentials are a third-party validation of a person’s skills. Accreditation is a third-party validation of a training program as a whole.
Last Updated: 06/24/2019
Where can I find a curriculum guide for my apprenticeship program?
Please contact the NIMS team at apprenticeship@nims-skills.org with questions about apprenticeship programs.
Last Updated: 12/19/2017
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