Apprentice Training

Six-Week Apprentice Training Program

This accelerated and comprehensive program is recognized by a leading labor organization.

Our apprentice program is delivered in three separate two-week sessions. Session One is entry-level training that has a focus on the basics of railway signaling. Session Two is our mid-level course that builds on previously learned skills and knowledge, and introduces new topics. Session Three is our advance-level course, and completes the program with an emphasis on microprocessor-based systems.

Training Dates
Grain Valley, MO:
Session One
February 6 – 17, 2012
April 9 – 20, 2012
July 9 – 20, 2012
October 15 – 26, 2012

Session Two
Jan. 23 – Feb. 3, 2012
June 4 – 15, 2012
August 6 – 17, 2012
November 5 – 16, 2012

Session Three
January 9 – 20, 2012
March 19 – 30, 2012
June 18 - 29, 2012
Sept. 24 – Oct. 5, 2012
December 3 – 14, 2012
Training Dates
Oceanside, CA:
Session One
January 23 - February 3, 2012
June 4 - 15, 2012
October 1 - 12, 2012

Session Two
June 18 - 29, 2012
October 15 - 26, 2012

Session Three
October 29 - November, 2012







Note: New classes form throughout the year. Please contact STS for additional dates.

Proven Approach

Our training programs are characterized by activity, variety, and direction. Theories and concepts taught in the classroom are diligently reinforced through carefully planned Lab Activities.


Lecturing Held to a Minimum

At STS, we encourage class participation in our programs; this moves training away from being passive to active and dynamic.