Minimum qualifications include:

-Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

-A high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) equivalency, or other high school equivalency credential is required. Applicants must be willing to apply for admission to Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) and complete an Accuplacer placement exam.

-Applicants will be required to provide proof of age and US work authorization. Applicants will need to have reliable transportation to and from work. Qualified applicants will be subject to a criminal background check and drug screening prior to being employed.

-Applicant must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others.

-Applicants must submit a copy of a DD Form 214 (Discharge and Separation Report) or equivalent to verify military training and or experience, if the applicant is a veteran and wishes to receive credit for previous related experience.