Apprenticeship programs have often been referred to as the "original 4-year degree." A benefit to considering an apprenticeship program includes supervised training on the job, or "earning wile you learn." Most apprenticeships occur in construction related fields, but are growing in popularity in other high demand areas such as health care, as well. Explore these links...they should provide the most up-to-date and direct information for you about apprenticeships in the area.