ABC - South Texas offers state and federally-approved apprenticeship programs in four key trades: carpentry, sheet metal, electrical, and plumbing. These programs, certified by the U.S. Department of Labor, provide apprentices with paid, on-the-job training at virtually no personal cost. Eligible veterans can benefit from the Post-9/11 GI Bill, receiving a tax-free stipend while building their skills. Additionally, participants can earn College Life Credit hours and network with some of the most talented construction professionals in South Texas.