The Architectural Sheet Metal Apprenticeship is an accredited program with the U.S. Department of Labor. This program offers training specific to architectural sheet metal, including fabrication and installation of standing seam roofs, metal wall panels, gutters, downspouts, and other architectural metal fittings. The required on-the-job and in-school training hours are less than that of the Building Trades program. Apprentices who graduate from this program become Architectural Sheet Metal Journeypersons.

There is no up-front cost for schooling or training material in our apprenticeship programs. Funding for both apprenticeship programs is provided by the Sheet Metal Workers Local 80 Joint Apprenticeship Fund. Training materials, resources, and certifications are provided by our national agencies, the  International Training Institute (ITI), the National Energy Management Institute Committee (NEMIC), and the Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT). We also offer upgrading classes that are free to contributing Local 80 members who would like to increase their skill level in a particular aspect of our trade.