Check out this interview of our MA Apprentice, Kat! Experience her story and see how Apprenticeship has impacted her life.
The program is not perfect, but I am glad it exists. I never would have had the courage or ability to become a medical assistant if I wasn’t guaranteed a paycheck while in school and a good job afterwards.
InReach Apprentice
The method and delivery of the curriculum is really great. I like that its online and tracked that way instead of traditional textbook style learning.
InReach Apprentice
I think this program is an amazing opportunity for people who want to learn a new trade while still being able to earn a living.
InReach Apprentice
The school work was manageable and I also felt like I was learning so much! In the beginning I was worried about working and doing school work full time, but the coursework didn’t take me too long and I still learned everything I needed to!
InReach Apprentice
Having the opportunity to complete school at my pace and learn on the job at the same time allowed me to directly apply knowledge to real world scenarios. Making the testing portion flexible so we did not need to travel far to have them completed was also amazing, eliminating the possibility of not completing the program due to lack of transportation.
InReach Apprentice
I learned a lot about being a medical assistant like doing multi-tasking, being calm under pressure and well organized, and communicating effectively with patients and coworkers.
InReach Apprentice
Interested in Becoming an Apprentice?
Follow these 4 steps below if you are seeking Apprenticeship
Step 1
Explore our programs to find the career path that's right for you.
Use our interactive map to locate participating employers in your area.
Step 3
Visit employers’ hiring websites to view current job openings. You may also contact employers directly to learn more about apprenticeship opportunities and hiring requirements.
Tip: Some employers initially consider only internal candidates for apprenticeship positions. You may want to start in an entry-level role and apply for an apprenticeship after gaining experience with the organization.
Step 4
After you are hired, your employer will share your information with InReach, and you will be invited to attend an orientation with our team.
Important Note about Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship starts with a job. You must be hired by one of our employer partners to become an apprentice. This means we do not place apprentices in our programs or assist with job placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
InReach requires all apprentices to be 18 years or older and have at least a GED-level education. You do not need to have any health care experience to become an apprentice; however, employer partners may have additional expectations or requirements.
InReach does not place apprentices into the programs. You must get hired by one of our employer partners. Check out the steps at the top of this page.
InReach starts cohorts several times a year. The schedule is subject to change but typically looks like:
MA Apprenticeship: January, April, July, & October
MOS Apprenticeship: May & November
DA Training Program: May & November
All InReach apprentices are expected to work full-time, typically 40 hours per week. In addition to work hours, apprentices complete online coursework that can take up to 10 hours per week.
By Interested Apprentices
No. All of our coursework is offered online and asynchronously. This means apprentices can complete the curriculum and homework on their own schedule throughout the week and do not meet for live instruction like in a traditional college program.
InReach does not charge tuition or fees to apprentices. All tuition and fees are paid by the employer partners. Apprentices need to pay for internet access and computer equipment to complete the online coursework.
In most cases, the answer is no. We require all apprentices to complete the online coursework regardless of your previous experience. There are some clinical skill requirements that can be accelerated for apprentices with certain healthcare credentials. Details are covered during program orientation with InReach.
Wages & Benefits: All apprentices earn a full-time wage and benefits package offered by their employer. Wages vary based on location and experience. Ask your employer for details.
Industry-Recognized Credential: Most programs result in an industry-recognized credential that you can take with you to any job in any state. For details, refer to our program page.
Support & Mentorship: Apprentices are assigned a mentor who will teach them new skills during the on-the-job training. Most programs also have an online course instructor who can help with homework. InReach also has a dedicated team ready to assist with any challenges or questions during your apprenticeship.
