Code of Maine Rules
12 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
181 - MAINE STANDING COMMITTEE ON APPRENTICESHIP
Chapter 1 - RULES RELATING TO LABOR STANDARDS FOR REGISTRATION OF APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS
Section 181-1-4 - Criteria for Apprenticeable Occupations

A. Is customarily learned in a practical way through a structured systematic program of on-the-job supervised training;

B. It is clearly identified and commonly recognized throughout an industry;

C. Involves the progressive attainment of manual, mechanical or technical skills and knowledge which, in accordance with the industry standard for the occupation, would require the completion of at least 2,000 hours on on-the-job learning to attain; and

D. It requires related instruction to supplement the on-the-job learning.