History of Apprenticeship Updated On: Sep 03, 2019 Annually there are nearly one-half million registered apprentices in training in American industry. They are learning under the guidance of experienced of experienced craft workers in such skilled occupations as computer operator, machinist, bricklayer, dental laboratory technician, tool and dye maker, electrician, drafter,electronic technician, operating engineer, maintenance mechanic, and many more. Management, labor, and government work together to promote apprenticeship and to develop sound standards for its practice. In many communities, joint management-labor apprenticeship committees conduct and supervise the local programs.  More Information: Plasterers' Apprenticeship