IATSE 190 APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAM

For those who don't know- the education committee has created an training program in compliance with our work referral documents. You can read the outline of the training program, which includes the classes outlined and an estimated schedule (download link provided) and the FAQ below. If you have any questions please reach out to iatse190@gmail.com or ba190@gmail.com.

Education Committee Apprenticeship Training Program Announcement and FAQ

1-     General information about the Training Program Document:

a.     The criteria for these classes and information being tested is based on the USITT BACKstage Exam for High School Technical Theatre Students.

b.     The Core 8 classes include information that is beneficial to every hand, regardless of whether they work in a particular department.

c.      The Run Crew Core allows customization for individual interests while introducing general concepts about being part of a running crew.

d.     Specialty – allows further customization and documentation in keeping with the requirements for D List placement outlined in Work Referral Document, Section II, Article 5, Sub-article G.

e.     The posted schedule is our goal for what will be offered and how frequently. Specific classes are being scheduled and announced as available.

f.       Class sizes are determined by the instructor and space limitations of the class location.

g.     All classes are offered through CrewDriver per instructor criteria.

h.     We are looking to add classes as it becomes apparent there is a need and availability to include them in our projected schedule.

2-     Why the Training Program is being created:

a.     Our Work Referral Document calls for an Apprenticeship Training Program. These steps make it more formal.

b.     To Keep Pace with the Industry

i.                    Learning about new technologies and using those safely – and continuing to learn throughout one’s career – is essential to excelling in this industry.

ii.                  Our communication with multiple other IATSE Locals indicates that it is the industry standard that individual’s skills and knowledge are re-evaluated annually in order to keep their placement on work referral lists.

Apprenticeship Training Program (2).pdf

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3-     “FAQ”

a.     When does this go into effect?

i.                    We’ve already begun offering and tracking these education opportunities.

ii.                  The website is operational and individuals will be able to view their completed courses. (After the individual has created a Login on the website, then Filled out the Form at the bottom of the Training Tracker Page-ONLY available when logged-in, and the administrators have had opportunity to migrate the class history onto the Individual’s User ID.)

b.     Why do I keep getting offers for classes that I think I’ve completed?

i.                        We have not found an easy way to skip individuals who have already completed courses in CrewDriver. If you can see in the Training Tracker that you have successfully completed a course, please respond No, to allow the course to reach other individuals.

c.      Can I “test out” of taking the classes?

i.                    Yes.  Multiple sessions of the “Stage Employee Apprenticeship Qualification Test” will be available for large numbers of people from May 2024 to August 2024. Opportunities to retest following this period will be determined on an as needed basis.

ii.                  Going forward, regular scheduled testing will be offered every 6 months for those going through the IATSE Local 190 Education Training Program.

d.     Is there a deadline for completing this, when will this affect my placement on the list?

i.                    All current members must take and pass the updated “Stage Employee Apprenticeship Qualification Test” by June 2025. At that time, individuals who have not passed the test will be moved to the E list and expected to take and pass all classes in order to retake the test.

e.     What about all the years I’ve spent learning while working for the Local?

i.                    Real-world on the job experience, dependability, and hard work are always positive qualities. The goal is to be able to demonstrate and document the knowledge which has been learned throughout those years. This should incentivize on-the-job learning.