{"id":15398,"date":"2026-01-28T20:32:53","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T20:32:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iecatlantaga.org\/applicant-with-contractor-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-01-31T00:51:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T00:51:46","slug":"preguntas-frecuentes-sobre-el-aprendizaje","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/iecatlantaga.org\/es\/apprenticeship-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Preguntas frecuentes sobre el aprendizaje"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-15398\" data-postid=\"15398\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-15398 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-css_id=\"1hem898\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row main-banner fullwidth tb_1hem898 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_jcku409 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data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfC\u00f3mo me inscribo?<\/b> <\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-102\">En primer lugar, lea los detalles del programa<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-101\">A continuaci\u00f3n, vea el v\u00eddeo de instrucciones que se ajuste a su situaci\u00f3n laboral actual y rellene el formulario de \u201cSolicitud de informaci\u00f3n\u201d.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfCu\u00e1l es el siguiente paso despu\u00e9s de enviar mi formulario?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-100\">Si ya trabajas para una empresa miembro del CEI, tendr\u00e1s que realizar un examen de matem\u00e1ticas en l\u00ednea<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-99\">Si a\u00fan no trabaja para una empresa miembro, nuestros reclutadores se pondr\u00e1n en contacto con usted para ayudarle.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,8\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,10\"><span class=\"citation-98\">Tambi\u00e9n puede encontrar una gu\u00eda paso a paso en la p\u00e1gina <\/span><a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/iecatlanta.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwinpKnzkK-SAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ6gI\"><span class=\"citation-98\">P\u00e1gina del Programa de Aprendizaje<\/span><\/a><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,12\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfMe encontrar\u00e1s un trabajo?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-97\">T\u00e9cnicamente no le \u201ccolocamos\u201d en un puesto de trabajo, pero ofrecemos servicios de referencia para ayudarle a ser contratado por una de nuestras empresas miembro<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,4\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfCon qu\u00e9 frecuencia tengo que ir a clase?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-96\">Prever cuatro horas de clase, una o dos veces por semana, por la tarde.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,4\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 situada la escuela?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-95\">Nuestro campus principal est\u00e1 en Doraville<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-94\">Tambi\u00e9n tenemos aulas en Kennesaw, Union City, Conyers, Augusta, Macon, Columbus y Savannah, adem\u00e1s de una opci\u00f3n en l\u00ednea.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,8\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo puedo empezar?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-93\">Las clases de primer curso suelen comenzar en agosto, octubre o enero.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,4\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfCu\u00e1nto me va a costar?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-92\">Facturamos a su empresa los gastos de matr\u00edcula, libros y tasas.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-91\">Ten en cuenta que cada empresa tiene sus propias normas sobre c\u00f3mo gestionar esos pagos, as\u00ed que deber\u00edas hablar con ellos al respecto.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,8\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfPuedo utilizar cr\u00e9ditos de otra escuela?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-90\">En general, no; s\u00f3lo aceptamos cr\u00e9ditos si proceden de otro cap\u00edtulo de la CEI.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-89\">No obstante, podr\u00edamos reconocerle una experiencia laboral anterior<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,8\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,10\"><span class=\"citation-88\">Si tienes 2.000 horas de trabajo a tus espaldas, es posible que puedas hacer una prueba para saltarte el primer a\u00f1o.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,12\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,14\"><span class=\"citation-87\">Para m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n, ll\u00e1menos al 770-242-9277.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,16\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfQu\u00e9 debo hacer para obtener mi certificado profesional?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-86\">Para obtener el certificado de Journeyperson, debe completar 576 horas de clase y 8.000 horas de trabajo.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,4\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0\"><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">\u00bfPuedo afiliarme si no trabajo para una empresa miembro de la CEI?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,2\"><span class=\"citation-85\">S\u00ed, puedes inscribirte por tu cuenta o mientras trabajas para otro contratista<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,4\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,6\"><span class=\"citation-84\">El problema es que no estar\u00e1s registrado oficialmente en el Ministerio de Trabajo.<\/span><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,8\">. <\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,10\"><span class=\"citation-83\">Esto significa que obtendr\u00e1s cr\u00e9ditos por tus clases, pero esas 8.000 horas de experiencia laboral no contar\u00e1n para tu certificado oficial.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                       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Then, watch the instruction video that fits your current job situation and fill out the \"Request for Information\" form.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">What's the next step after I send my form?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>If you already work for a company that is an IEC member, you\u2019ll need to take an online math test. If you don\u2019t work for a member company yet, our recruiters will reach out to help you. You can also find a step-by-step guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/iecatlanta.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwinpKnzkK-SAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ6gI\">Apprenticeship Program page<\/a>.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Will you find a job for me?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>We don\u2019t technically \"place\" you in a job, but we do offer referral services to help you get hired by one of our member companies.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How often do I have to go to class?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>Expect to be in class for four hours, once or twice a week, during the evening.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Where is the school located?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>Our main campus is in Doraville. We also have classrooms in Kennesaw, Union City, Conyers, Augusta, Macon, Columbus, and Savannah\u2014plus an online option.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">When can I start?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>First-year classes usually kick off in August, October, or January.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How much is this going to cost me?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>We actually bill your employer for your tuition, books, and fees. Just keep in mind that every company has its own rules for how they handle those payments, so you should definitely chat with them about it.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Can I use credits from another school?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>Generally, no; we only accept credits if they come from another IEC chapter. However, we might give you credit for past work experience. If you have 2,000 hours of work under your belt, you might be able to take a test to skip the first year. You can call us at 770-242-9277 for more info.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <h4 data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">What do I need to do to get my professional certificate?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> <p data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>To earn your Journeyperson Certificate, you need to complete 576 hours of class time and 8,000 hours of working on the job.<\/p> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li> <h4 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Can I join if I don't work for an IEC member company?<\/b><\/h4> <ul> <li> <p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"2,1,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b>Yes, you can enroll on your own or while working for a different contractor. 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