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Chemistry Laboratory Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate<\/h2><\/div>

When you enter the Chemistry Laboratory Technician Program, you will set yourself on a direct path to a career as a laboratory technician. You will start by completing 14 credit hours and earning the pre-apprenticeship certificate. Then, you will apply for a part- or full-time, paid apprenticeship position. Once you complete the 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and meet apprenticeship competencies, you will receive a certificate of completion. You will then be ready to enter the workforce or continue toward degree completion.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Direct Path<\/h3><\/div>
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  1. Complete 14 credit-hour Laboratory Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate<\/li>\n
  2. Receive 2,000-hour laboratory technician apprenticeship<\/li>\n
  3. Department of Labor Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>

    Real Skills<\/h3><\/div>