Credit will be given for attendance/completion of manufacturer specific training provided by participating dealers and course work available to apprentices and preapprentices. Preapprentice candidates enrolled in agricultural mechanics or other career technical education (CTE) high school or other online resources. Adult education programs will also be given credit for work, micro-credentials and other certifications earned while preparing for competency tests.
The following is a non-exclusive list of related training providers and course work available to apprenticeship candidates. As the program grows and expands, we anticipate adding specialized mentor support and seminars focused on ensuring all have the opportunity to master even the most challenging skills.
Level 1
Click here to download the Level 1 Educational Resources.
Level 2
Click here to download the Level 2 Educational Resources.
Level 3
- EETC – Equipment & Engine Training Council (online) – 3880 PressWallace Drive, York, SC 29745. Contact Eric Sides at 888-406-1810 or eetc@eetc.org. https://www.eetc.org/default.aspx
Competencies
- 401, 416 Four Stroke Basics Online Course
- 504-512 Compact Diesel Study Guide
- 602-602, 606 Mechanical Systems Study Guide
- 1206-1213 Driveline/Hydraulics Study Guide
- 1315-1314 Electrical Online Course
Cost of membership for each dealer is $60 annually with an additional $12 charge for each apprentice using the program. Study guides are $49, tests are $49, and certification is $29.50. Some of these courses and certifications extend to other levels. Most of the administration for the courses and the purchase of materials can be done on at https://www.eetc.org/default.aspx. The employer and the student both need to register. Learning support is available to help the apprentice get started.
For level 3, the up-front costs to the dealer for two apprentices would be $0 since the costs associated with them would have been purchased at other levels and would not have to be purchased another time.
- National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program (online) – Penn State University, Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, 246 Agricultural Engineering Building, University Park, PA 16802. Call 814-865-7685 or e-mail NSTMOP@psu.edu. https://extension.psu.edu/national-safe-tractor-and-machinery-operation-program.
Competencies
- 807
Cost $50 which includes all materials (already paid for level 1 courses)
This training which takes approximately 24 hours is conducted through independent study with learning support available from Charles Kessler or Steve Smith who register the students for the course and provide guidance for its completion.
After students complete the training and pass the 50-question written knowledge test with a minimum score of 70%, they are permitted to take the operating skills and pre-op/driving tests which are also administered by Mr. Kessler or Mr. Smith. After successfully completing both the classroom and driving components, students receive a formal certificate.
Level 4
- EETC – Equipment & Engine Training Council (online) – 3880 PressWallace Drive, York, SC 29745. Contact Eric Sides at 888-406-1810 or eetc@eetc.org. https://www.eetc.org/default.aspx
Competencies
- 403-413 Engine Failure Analysis Online Course
Cost of membership for each dealer is $60 annually with an additional $12 charge for each apprentice using the program. Study guides are $49, tests are $49, and certification is $29.50. Some of these courses and certifications extend to other levels. Most of the administration for the courses and the purchase of materials can be done on at https://www.eetc.org/default.aspx. The employer and the student both need to register. Learning support is available to help the apprentice get started.
For level 4, the up-front costs to the dealer for two apprentices would be for two tests for $98 and two certificates for $59 for a total of $157. Note that some of this content continues from other levels and would not have to be purchased another time.