Earn Credit for Your Apprenticeship and Vocational Experience

Wilmington University awards academic credit for Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship programs toward an associate or bachelor's degree.

STEP Path^TM for the Vocational Workforce

Wilmington University's STEP Path^TM is the Smart Transfer Enrollment Program to gain or complete a degree, no matter where you start with your apprenticeship. This unique pathway for journey people maximizes success and minimizes both the cost and time to degree completion.

An apprenticeship program works as a perfect stackable credential toward furthering your education. Journeypeople who complete a Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship and choose WilmU's STEP Path^TM can earn up to 42 academic credits* toward a WilmU degree program, including WilmU's B.S. in Applied Business.

*This is dependent upon the journeyperson's total on-the-job training (OJT) and related technical instruction (RTI) hours. Explore the Industry-Recognized Credentials tool for details.

Enjoy the Benefits of a WilmU Education

Guaranteed Admission

Our open admissions policy means that in most cases, no standardized test scores are required for admission.

Respected & Accredited Academics

Choose from one of the many degree programs available in person and 100% online. Classes begin every eight weeks.

Credit for Prior Learning

Don’t relearn what you already know. WilmU offers credit recognition and opportunities for experiential learning.

Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE^TM

Build selected courses into your academic program that can be applied to an additional degree or certificate at no additional cost.

Next Steps

Learn more about apprenticeships.

If you are interested in learning how to become a registered apprentice or are currently finishing your apprenticeship training, please reach out to the Delaware Department of Labor for more information.

Apprenticeship & Training | Email the Delaware Department of Labor