United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) - Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program
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The UA VIP Program consists of 118 days of accelerated training in one of three disciplines: welding, HVACR or Fire Sprinkler. Fitting to equip transitioning Service members with hands-on industry related certifications and educational resources for developing the skills required to be successful in apprenticeship that leads to productive and rewarding careers in the mechanical construction industry.
Upon successful completion of the UA VIP program, graduates are guaranteed direct entry into the UA's 5-year apprenticeship program and job placement in an agreed upon location nationwide. UA apprentices learn through both classroom and on-the-job training. The five-year apprenticeship period is divided into one-year segments, each of which includes on-the-job training and related classroom instruction.
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Must be a transitioning active-duty Service member with the ability to lift 50lbs or more and be able to stand for long periods of time.
The UA VIP program is offered 100% free of charge to program participants and the government. All training is paid for by our UA membership and our UA signatory contractor partners. VIP participants are also provided all training materials, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment during the program.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) - Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program
The UA VIP Program consists of 118 days of accelerated training in one of three disciplines: welding, HVACR or Fire Sprinkler. Fitting to equip transitioning Service members with hands-on industry related certifications…
United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) - Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program
The UA VIP Program consists of 118 days of accelerated training in one of three disciplines: welding, HVACR or Fire Sprinkler. Fitting to equip transitioning Service members with hands-on industry related certifications…