Apprenticeship Defined

Registered Apprenticeship is a globally-recognized job category used to attract and retain the best possible talent. Simply put, an apprenticeship allows you to cultivate and tailor your workforce through paid hands-on training, related training instruction (RTI), and nationally recognized credentials. It’s a time-tested method proven effective over hundreds of years.

Core Components

Pay · learning · skills gains · Credential

Pay

An apprenticeship is a job category, so when you hire an apprentice you are hiring an employee. Throughout an apprenticeship, an apprentice is paid a wage by the employer, with most being extremely competitive. Employers’ long-term return on investment (ROI) is a substantial asset to the longevity of their workforce, providing an average of $1.47 for every $1 invested. Additionally, every $1 invested in apprenticeships leads to a public return of approximately $28 in benefits. Check out information on apprenticeship ROI by clicking here.

Skills Gains

Programs providing one-to-one support to apprentices lead to incredible skills gains for these new employees. In addition, as the apprentices continue their education with a specific company, they are easily embedded into your workplace culture and are proven to be some of the most valuable assets to your workforce.

Learning

Employers consistently say that the number one thing they need from employees is operational experience. There is simply no substitute for it. An apprenticeship is centered on the idea that structured on-the-job learning is essential, so each program must include at least 2,000 hours of structured and supervised training. Apprenticeships are an “earn while you learn” workforce model. Although on-the-job training is the main focus of every apprenticeship, apprenticeships also require the addition of related training instruction (RTI).

Credential

Upon completion of an apprenticeship program, apprentices will receive a nationally recognized credential showing job proficiency. In addition, many programs include additional program credentials in the form of a university degree or industry certification; however, it is dependent on the employer.