Trades apprenticeship applications open in Portland - what worked for you?

I heard of an apprenticeship with paid on-the-job training for people changing careers. The application needs a diploma or equivalent, a driver's licence and a short aptitude test. What do you wish you had known?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 8 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

You earn while you learn, but the first year is tight. Plan your budget carefully.