Drywall Installer at Lather and Locs
at Lather and Locs in Henrico, VA
About This Program
Lather and Locs, based in Henrico, VA, offers a registered drywall installer apprenticeship for individuals looking to start a trade career in central Virginia. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides paid training throughout the apprenticeship, making it a practical choice for those ready to work and learn at the same time.
The program is 3 years long and structured around 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in installing gypsum board systems, erecting metal stud framing, applying lath for plaster systems, fitting materials in complex architectural environments, and following safety protocols on active job sites. Technical coursework covers construction safety, blueprint reading, building codes, and trade mathematics.
Graduates complete the program as qualified journey-level drywall installers. Henrico County and the greater Richmond metro area offer a solid construction market with opportunities across commercial, institutional, and residential sectors, providing graduates with a strong employment foundation.
Wage & Training
OJT Hours
6,000
RTI Hours
432
Duration
3 years
What to Expect as a Drywall Installer Apprentice
Duration
3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (6,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
432 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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