Website Apprenticeship Program - Intuitive Design for for Small Business

Conscious Web Presence

Apprenticeship

Learn. Create. Launch.

Are you drawn to technology and supporting others in small business, wellness and creativity? The Conscious Web Presence Apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to train directly alongside an experienced professional—learning the skills to start and grow your own digital tech-support business.

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What You’ll Gain

By the end of the program, you’ll have:

Technical Skills: Website setup, editing, troubleshooting, course creation support, and digital tools for small businesses, creatives, solopreneurs. We specialize in working with Web design and Tech Support for Service Providers, Yoga Studios, Hair Salons, Restaurants, Authors and Small Business.
Creative Digital Experience: Branding basics, content updates, blogging, and online scheduling tools.
Business Foundations: How to package services, find clients, set rates, and run a sustainable tech support business.
Portfolio Projects: 5–10 real-world projects you can showcase to future clients.
Mentorship & Community: Direct guidance, weekly check-ins, and access to a supportive network of creatives and entrepreneurs.

Instead of paying tuition, you’ll invest 200 hours of hands-on work in exchange for personalized training, mentorship, and business-building guidance.

Work from anywhere, Set Your Own Hours

Our program is not only for building tech skills, but business building.

Times available: Start date ongoing

Schedule 2 hour time slots for training and co-working 2-3 times a week. Example Schedule Monday, Wednesday Thursday from 1 - 3 PM EST.

80 hours of training and co-working in zoom

120 hours of independent study & work on client projects.

Plan additional time for building what you want in your business. Time to create a business plan, reflect on your offerings, your skills, where you want to grow.

How it works

Phase 1: Foundations (First 50 Hours)
Get comfortable with the core platforms and tools we use every day.

Work on existing simple websites (1–5 pages each). Gain experiencing setting up a blog, or content management system, and creating email newsletters and updating online calendars.

Phase 2: Applied Practice (Next 100 Hours)
Work alongside me on more advanced client websites (larger than 5 pages, adding features like storefronts, scheduling, automated email support).

Take on more responsibility for scheduling, email support, and troubleshooting.

Continue developing your technical, creative, and organizational skills with guidance and feedback.

Phase 3: Independent Project (at 150 hours)
Begin building your own brand and digital presence.

Apply everything you’ve learned by leading a project from start to finish.

Receive coaching and feedback while practicing independence.

Phase 4: Launch Prep (Final 50 Hours)
Learn the business side of tech support: costs involved, creating service packages, and pitching to clients.

Develop your personal brand and offerings.

Finish with a polished portfolio of 5–10 real-world projects you can proudly showcase.

The Exchange

Your journey begins with a 200-hour commitment in exchange for mentorship, training, and hands-on experience.

There is no financial cost for your education.
You’ll contribute 200 hours of real-world work on websites and digital projects. In return, you’ll receive mentorship, training sessions, and a personal business website at no financial cost.
You’ll graduate with confidence, clarity, and a portfolio that proves your skills.
You’ll receive a website for your business and portfolio that you can begin creating on your own time, at 150 hours.

After the Apprenticeship

Graduates of this program don’t just leave with skills — they leave with opportunities.

Ongoing weekly mentorship meetings are available to help you grow your business. You may schedule 30-minute consultations as needed for up to 1 year after the program. During this year, you’ll also be invited to mentor incoming apprentices—paying forward the guidance you’ve received and practicing your leadership skills.
Graduate Benefit: Apprentices who complete the program with integrity are often offered paid client projects through Conscious Web Presence.
Future projects are paid on a project-by-project basis, giving you a pathway to income as you continue to grow.
Specifics on free website included: CWP hosts their portfolio site free while they’re active. After 1 year (or if they leave), they take over hosting.
Peer Mentorship: For 1 year after completing the program, you’ll continue to receive mentorship and guidance. At the same time, you’ll be invited to support and mentor new apprentices in small ways—coworking, sharing your experiences, answering questions, and offering encouragement. This creates a cycle of learning and leadership that strengthens our community.

Summery

Who It’s For

Adults 18+ interested in digital creativity, tech support, or working with wellness + creative professionals.

People who are reliable, curious, and eager to learn—no prior tech experience required.

Individuals who want to exchange time and effort for real-world training and mentorship.

Time Commitment

200 hours total, spread over several months.

Flexible schedule—can be designed to fit around your existing commitments.

Why Choose This Apprenticeship?

Unlike traditional programs or coding bootcamps, this apprenticeship is:

Hands-on and real-world – you’ll learn by doing.

Values-driven – rooted in creativity, authenticity, and community.

Business-focused – you won’t just learn tech; you’ll learn how to make it a livelihood.

Community-focused – you’ll not only receive mentorship, but also step into the role of mentor for new apprentices after graduation, reinforcing your own skills while supporting others.

Next Steps

If this resonates with you, we invite you to apply.
To help ensure your success, all candidates go through an application and interview process.

Q&A

Do I need prior experience?

How flexible is the schedule?

Flexible, It is Approx. 10–12 hours/week over 4–6 months if you need to change our time working together give 72 hours notice for schedule changes. True emergencies can be a discussion.

Do I get a certificate?

You get something better: a business portfolio.

Will I mentor others after I graduate?

Yes, only if you want to. If you are able to mentor for 1 year after completing the program, you’ll continue to receive weekly mentorship and also step into a light mentorship role yourself. This usually means 2 hours a week of answering questions, offering tips, or joining co-working calls. It’s not a heavy commitment, but it’s a valuable way to solidify your own learning and give back to the community.