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Mobile App Apprentice Guide

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Welcome to the TradeSchool Mobile App!

This guide will walk you through how to use the app as an Apprentice, including: 

  • Logging in

  • Submitting work reports

  • Tracking hours and advancement

  • Viewing evaluations

  • Monitoring certifications and attendance

  • Managing notifications

  • What to do if something doesn’t look correct

The TradeSchool Mobile App allows you to track your apprenticeship progress anytime, anywhere — directly from your mobile device.

Logging In

 

  1. Open the TradeSchool Mobile App

  2. In the Select School field, search for and select your Training Center or JATC.

  3. Enter your email address and password.

  4. Tap Login.

If you forgot your password:

  • Tap Forgot Password

  • Follow the prompts to reset it.

     

If your phone allows Face ID or saved login credentials, you may enable those features for faster access in the future.

 

 

Home Dashboard Overview

After logging in, you will land on your Dashboard. This screen provides a snapshot of your progress.

You can view:

  • Current pay rate

  • Total OJT (On-the-Job Training) hours

  • Overall advancement progress

This page gives you a quick overview of where you stand in your program.

If any information appears incorrect (for example, missing hours), please contact your Training Center directly, as they manage your records.

 

 

Submitting Monthly Work Reports

Submitting your work reports is one of the most important responsibilities in the app.

To Submit a Work Report:

  1. Navigate to the Work Reports section.

  2. Select the appropriate date.

  3. Enter your OJT hours worked for that day.

Editing or Removing Hours

  • To edit an entry, tap on the existing hours.

  • To remove hours, swipe right on the entry.

  • Tap the total hours to view a breakdown by category.

  • To change the month, tap the pencil icon.

Submitting Your Report

At the end of the month:

  • Tap Send.

If your program requires evaluation of work reports, the status will show as “Waiting Evaluation” until it has been reviewed and approved.

⚠️ Be sure to:

  • Submit your hours on time each month.

  • Double-check your entries before submitting.

Late or incorrect reports may delay approvals and advancement.

Tracking Advancement Requirements

Advancement is based on completing specific requirements set by your Training Center.

In the Advancement Progress section, you can:

  • View completed requirements

  • See what is still needed for your next advancement

Advancement typically occurs once all requirements are satisfied, though processes may vary by Training Center.

Keeping your hours accurate and up to date helps prevent delays.

 

Employment

 

In the Employment section, you can:

  • Request an evaluation (if your program allows)

  • View your employment history

  • Verify your current employer

 

When you submit an evaluation request, it will remain pending until your employer completes it.

 

You can return to this section at any time to check the status.
 

 

Evaluations

 

In the Evaluations section, you can:

  • Review your cumulative evaluation average score

  • View completed evaluation details

 

Tap on an individual evaluation to see: 

  • Score breakdown

  • Comments

 

 

Class Information

If your Training Center uses the app for classroom tracking, you may be able to:

  • View enrolled classes

  • Review class history

  • See class schedules

  • View grades

Tap on an individual class to see:

  • Class dates

  • Grades

  • Total absences

  • Overall grade average

Pay History

 

Within the Advancements section, you may see a Pay History area.

Tap the arrow to view:

  • Previous advancement periods

  • Dates of advancement

  • Associated pay rates

This section allows you to track your progression over time.

 

If you have questions about pay classifications or advancement timing, contact your Training Center directly.

 

Certifications

On your Home page, your most recent certification will be displayed.

To view all certifications:

  1. Tap View All

  2. Select an individual certification to see:

    • Details

    • Expiration date

This section helps you monitor:

  • Active certifications

  • Certifications expiring soon

  • Expired certifications

Check this section regularly to remain compliant and avoid lapses.

Absence Log

 

The Absence Log allows you to view attendance records.

 

You can see:

  • Date of absence

  • Type of absence

  • Related notes

  • Outstanding makeups

 

Attendance may impact advancement or program standing, so review this section regularly.

 

Documents

 

You can access important program documents directly within the app.

 

To view a document:

  1. Navigate to the Documents section.

  2. Tap on the document to open or download the attachment.

 

 

 

 

Notifications

To manage notifications:

  1. Tap the Messages icon in the bottom-left corner of the app.

  2. Review your notification settings.

Depending on your Training Center’s setup, you may receive:

  • Push notifications

  • Email reminders

  • Alerts for missing reports

  • Evaluation updates

We recommend keeping notifications enabled to avoid missing important updates.

 

If Something Doesn’t Look Correct

If any information in your account appears incorrect or outdated, please contact your Training Center directly.

Your Training Center manages all apprentice records and can review or update your information as needed.

Staying on Track

The TradeSchool Mobile App is designed to help you stay organized throughout your apprenticeship.

Be sure to:

  • Submit work reports on time

  • Monitor your advancement progress

  • Keep certifications current

  • Review attendance regularly

  • Update your contact information as needed

Your apprenticeship is the foundation of your career — and this app helps you stay in control of your progress.

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