Pathway

Distribution and Transportation Operations

Youth apprentices learn how to plan, document, and coordinate shipping of goods and services.

Length of Apprenticeship: One year (Prerequisite Supply Chain Assistant)

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Job Competencies

Youth apprentices must complete a total of 8 competencies.  Seven must be from the competency list. If necessary, employers can substitute 1 competency with another occupationally appropriate skill. That skill should be added to the competency list for assessment.

Required Competencies

  1. Plan distribution of products
  2. Compile transportation documentation
  3. Ensure product is shipped on time
  4. Verify packing list against actual shipment
  5. Complete required shipping documents
  6. Plan and route shipments
  7. Maintain shipping and customs records
  8. Follow up with customer regarding shipment receipt

Related Instruction

Students must enroll in 1 High School Credit or 3 College Credits of related instruction each year they participate in the Youth Apprenticeship program.

Purpose of Related Instruction

The purpose of choosing a related instruction course is to ensure students are learning technical and academic skills that support the student's ability to perform their work tasks. This should be done concurrently with on-the-job training to make relevant connections between learning competencies and work.

Choosing Related Instruction

You will collaborate with your YA Coordinator and School Counselor to determine the most appropriate option for related instruction. A course within your high school directly related to the career pathway is ideal, especially if dual credits and/or hours related to a potential registered apprenticeship are offered.

If there is not a directly related course in your school district, related instruction in the same career cluster is also acceptable.

If there is not a course within that career cluster in your school district, you may request to register for a college course through the Start College Now program with a local technical college, Early College Credit from a local university, or from an alternative provider such as Destinations Career Academy.

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Post Secondary

There are numerous opportunities to continue your education after completing the Youth Apprenticeship program.

Registered Apprenticeships

The Distribution and Transportation Operations pathway is not currently available.

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