Hardy County Schools Offering GYO Apprenticeship: A Fast Track to a Teaching Career

The Grow Your Own (GYO) Pathway provides students fast access to the education field through a combination of dual enrollment/Advanced Placement courses and an accelerated pathway. This program enables students to obtain a bachelor's degree in three years. Hardy County Schools, one of eight counties in the state, provides paid apprenticeship training.

The West Virginia Apprenticeship Model offers GYO students paid field experiences, preparing them for a teaching career and reducing financial stress. This model aims to provide students with practical skills and experiences, preparing them for the teaching field.

Students who finish high school and the Youth Apprenticeship are certified as a Teacher Apprentice by the U.S. Department of Labor. This certification enhances their credentials, increasing their competitiveness in the job market.

Hardy County Schools is currently offering an apprenticeship position. Students interested are invited to apply and learn more about this opportunity. This provides students the opportunity to gain practical experience and advance their education career.

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