Biofabrication Apprenticeship Program

Biofabrication Apprenticeship Program

Organization: ARMI | BioFabUSA

Geographic Scope: United States (locations with local colleges for in-person classes)

Focus Areas: Biofabrication technician training, regenerative manufacturing, healthcare innovation

Program Description: A comprehensive apprenticeship program designed to provide skills and knowledge essential to excel in the biofabrication industry. The program combines classroom instruction with paid on-the-job training.

Eligibility Requirements

• Age: Must be 18 years or older
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Program Structure

Track I: Registered Apprenticeship Program

Pre-Apprenticeship (2 months): Classroom and hands-on instruction in biology, chemistry, soft skills, and industry-specific business knowledge at local colleges. Monthly stipend provided.

- Earn Biofabrication Certificate
- Opportunity to earn microcredentials from Bioscience Core Skills Institute
- Opportunity to earn Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam

On-the-Job Training (12 months): Paid mentorship and training with potential for permanent employment upon completion

- Full-time compensation with health insurance and vacation benefits
- Potential wage increases based on skill demonstration

Track II: Embedded Certificate Program

Free attendance of classroom and hands-on instruction

Earn Biofabrication Certificate

Same credentialing opportunities as Track I

Key Features

• Hands-on laboratory training
• Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) instruction
• In-person classes at local colleges
• Industry partnership and mentorship
• Health insurance and vacation benefits included

Equal Opportunity

BioFabUSA does not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, disability, or age 40 or older. Operates under Title 29 CFR Parts 29 and 30.

Contact: careers@armiusa.org