Apprenticeships
Guidance for Employers
Apprenticeship is a proven training model that not only provides a direct benefit to employers with apprentices trained to meet your needs it also has the added benefit of helping retain employees.
According to the US Department of Labor, 94% of apprentices stay with their employers.
Employee turnover costs employers a lot of money. Think of how much money is saved in recruitment and training if you can train your own employees and keep them.
Apprenticeship programs vary in length (from one year to five) and type (time-based, competency-based, or a hybrid of both). Employers identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an individual to become skilled in the occupation. If you already have a training program, we will integrate that into the apprenticeship program.
For every year of the apprenticeship program, DOL recommends 144 hours of Related Training Instruction (RTI). The purpose of the RTI is to educate the apprentice on the theory of the occupation as well as safety and preparation for industry credentials. RTI can be accessed through employer-based classroom training, online training, community colleges, or high school CTE programs. For detailed information about apprenticeship, please access the net.America Apprenticeship Process Guide.
Why should we start an
apprenticeship program?
Registered apprenticeship is a proven, time-tested strategy for recruiting, training, and retaining a competitive workforce.
Apprentices aren’t the only ones who benefit from apprenticeships. You also profit from implementing apprenticeship programs in your small business.
You can save money by hiring an apprentice. Starting out, apprentices do not earn as much money as employees already trained in a particular trade.
You have direct input in building your apprentice’s skills, meaning they know how to get the job done at your business. And, you could hire them after their apprenticeship ends, furthering their value to your small business.
You will need to give ongoing assessments of your apprentices to make sure they master the trade and do exactly what your business needs.
How Can You Benefit
We support the registration and expansion of programs
- Gain qualified, skilled workers by training your own staff
- Boost retention and reduce turnover costs
- Increase productivity
- Invest in your company
- An educated workforce with the option to earn a college degree
Getting Started
Starting an apprenticeship program depends on each business. Employers interested in setting up an apprenticeship program can refer to the net.America Apprenticeship Process Guide.
Setting up an apprenticeship program takes some planning. One way to get started is to partner with local places like community colleges and organizations to recruit apprentices. Registering your apprenticeship program is also an important step in the process. You can receive benefits like state-based tax credits and federal resources. And, this lets your apprentices receive nationally accredited certification upon completion.
Our team can support you by helping you secure approval, receive additional funding and guide you through the remaining steps!
To develop a registered apprenticeship program
Employers we work with
Testimonial
“Access to Wholistic and Productive Living (AWPLI) provides support [for apprentices] to build interpersonal reflection and understanding [to build] much needed skills.”
To develop a registered apprenticeship program, contact us at net.America and we will help you register your program.