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Most people don’t know where to start when entering a skilled trade.
IronGuilds helps you understand apprenticeship paths, requirements, and what to expect before you begin.
Why apprenticeships matter
Apprenticeships are the primary way skilled tradespeople enter and grow within their field.
They provide:
• paid, hands-on experience
• structured skill development
• a path to licensing and higher wages
But finding the right program and understanding requirements can be confusing.
IronGuilds is building tools to simplify that path.
Plumbing
Water in, waste out, civilization intact.
Electrical
From service work to solar and industrial controls, you keep the lights on.
Diagnostics + certifications = premium crew status
HVAC
What an apprenticeship path looks like
While requirements vary by state and trade, most apprenticeship paths follow a similar structure
Step 1
Apply to an apprenticeship program
Step 2
Work under a licensed professional while completing required training hours
Step 3
Complete classroom instruction alongside on-the-job experience
Step 4
Pass licensing exams (if required)
Step 5
Advance to journeyman level and increase earning potential
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How earnings grow over time
Apprentices typically start at a percentage of a fully licensed worker’s wage.
As experience increases, pay rises steadily.
Example progression:
• Year 1: 40–50% of journeyman wage
• Year 2–3: 60–75%
• Year 4+: 80–90%
• Licensed: Full wage or higher depending on specialization