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Apprentices
Individuals who are participating in a program that provides a combination of paid, structured on-the-job training and related classroom instruction in which they learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a designated trade, craft or occupation under the supervision of a skilled craft worker.
Internationally Trained Skilled Workers
Professionals and skilled tradespeople whose work training and experience were obtained in another country.
Laid Off Workers
Individuals who have lost their jobs as a result of downsizing or other problems in the workplace that have caused reductions in staff.
Retirees
Individuals who have made a decision to retire and are no longer seeking full time employment. Some nominally retired persons may engage in part-time work for economic or other reasons.
The above terms and definitions are part of the Taxonomy of Human Services, used here by permission of INFO LINE of Los Angeles.
