Apprenticeships in South Carolina
South Carolina has 441 registered apprenticeship sponsor listings across 12 skilled trades. Apprentices earn a wage from day one — no tuition debt.
Electrician
78 sponsors · 1 union/joint
Median wage: $58,740
10-yr outlook: +9.5%
Auto Mechanic
54 sponsors
Median wage: $48,100
10-yr outlook: +7.4%
Truck Driver (CDL)
52 sponsors
Median wage: $51,130
10-yr outlook: +9.2%
HVAC Technician
50 sponsors · 1 union/joint
Median wage: $56,610
10-yr outlook: +7.7%
Welder
42 sponsors
Median wage: $49,980
10-yr outlook: +9.5%
Plumber / Pipefitter
39 sponsors
Median wage: $53,940
10-yr outlook: +4.5%
Machinist
29 sponsors · 1 union/joint
Median wage: $57,970
10-yr outlook: +11.8%
Carpenter
28 sponsors
Median wage: $50,670
10-yr outlook: +2.6%
Medical Assistant
24 sponsors
Median wage: $41,160
10-yr outlook: +23.9%
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
17 sponsors
Median wage: $61,820
10-yr outlook: +12.9%
Electrical Line Worker
15 sponsors · 1 union/joint
Median wage: $76,870
10-yr outlook: +10.4%
Diesel Mechanic
13 sponsors
Median wage: $59,330
10-yr outlook: +3.4%
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Sponsor counts: U.S. Department of Labor, Registered Apprenticeship (apprenticeship.gov). Trades shown have at least 10 registered in-state sponsors.