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CBSEENBS12003975

What is Apprenticeship Training? Evaluate it.

Solution

This method is used in those cases where long-term training is required to attain complete proficiency to perform a particular job. The trainee is required to work with an expert for a specific period of time. The period of training may often vary from two to seven years. During the course of training, the expert imparts complete knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of the job. On acquiring complete proficiency, the employee is assigned the actual job. Advantages of Apprenticeship Training: Following are the main advantages of apprenticeship training:

(i) Stipend is provided to the trainees during the training period which keeps them interested in the work.

(ii) Employee earns valuable skill, which is of high demand in the market.
Limitations of Apprenticeship Training: Following are the main limitations of apprenticeship training:

(i) Training tenure is long and there is need of continuous supervision on the employee, which is sometimes not possible.

(ii) It is an expensive method of training.

Suitability: This method proves suitable in the following situations:

(i) Where detailed practice is needed.

(ii) Where technical knowledge is needed, like metal business, printing business, etc.