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There s a Registered App renticeship program for that!
How familiar are you with Registered Polling Apprenticeship? Question Choose the answer that best reflects you or your team s understanding of Registered Apprenticeship (Honestly ) What s Registered Apprenticeship? Isn t Apprenticeship just about construction? I know some but I m still learning. I m actively involved with Registered Apprenticeship. We hope to strengthen your understanding today # 4
ApprenticeshipUSA On-the-Job + Classroom Training A business-driven model that combines on-the-job training with related technical instruction. Customized and Flexible Approach A flexible training strategy that can be customized to meet the needs of every business. Earn and Learn Model Apprentices receive a paycheck from day one, so they earn wages while they learn on the job.
Think Registered Apprenticeship is as simple as five four three two one 5 4 3 2 1 5 Core Components: Employers, OJT, Related Instruction, Rewards Skill Gains, National Credentials 4 Key Roles: Employers, Sponsors, Education Providers, and Supportive Services 3 Ways to Complete: Time-Based (Short as 1 year) Competency-Based: No Time Limits Hybrid 2 Ways to Register: US DOL and State Apprenticeship Agencies 1 System with unique National Credential
5 Core Components of Registered Apprenticeship Employer Involvement Is Integral Employer is the foundation for the RA program and must be directly involved and provider of OJL Structured On-the-Job Learning with Mentoring Minimum of 2,000 hours Structured and Supervised Related Training and Instruction 144 hours recommended per year Parallel Front-loaded Segmented Options Rewards for Skill Gains Increases in skills brings about increases in earnings National Occupational Credential Nationally recognized credential showing job proficiency. Sponsor certifies individual is fully competent for career.
The components of Registered Apprenticeship are flexible and can be mixed-and-matched in different ways to develop solutions that work for businesses and job seekers. Traditional Registered Apprenticeship One-Year Registered Apprenticeship Front-loaded Registered Apprenticeship Pre-apprenticeship to Registered Apprenticeship Direct Entry Model
4 Key Roles within Registered Apprenticeships Employers (OJT) Must have employer(s) Must Drive Program Design / RTI Provider of OJT/Work-Based Learning Supportive Services Can bring together a range of other entities to complement program design and to support apprentices and industry partners. 4 Sponsors (Intermediaries) Responsible for Administering the Program Can be Employer, Consortia of Employers, Industry Associations, Joint Labor- Management Organizations, Educational or Training Providers, CBOs, or Other Workforce Intermediaries! Educational (RTI) Provider Can be employer/industry based Can be Joint Labor-Mgmt Orgs Community Colleges Others
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2 Ways to Register Apprenticeship Programs: U.S. Department of Labor and State Apprenticeship Agencies List of State Directors: http://www.doleta.gov/oa/contactlist.cfm DOL = 25 (FEDERAL) SAA = 26 (STATE) 11
1 System with Nationally Recognized Credentials All Apprentices that graduate from a Registered Apprenticeship receive a national, industry-recognized, portable credential The credential is a 100% guarantee to all employers that graduates from Registered Apprenticeship programs are fully qualified to do the job 24
What is the role of government in Registered Apprenticeships? Register apprenticeship programs and apprentices Protect the safety and welfare of apprentices Issue nationally-recognized and portable credentials to apprentices Promote the development of new programs through marketing and technical assistance Partner with State and Local Agencies, CBO, Education, etc to expand registered apprenticeship Provide oversight assuring all programs have high quality training and skilled, competent workers
ApprenticeshipUSA What are your challenges with Registered Apprenticeship? Understanding/explaining the Apprenticeship components/model and benefits Understanding Registered Apprenticeship Standards/Registration Engaging with employers and industry groups Other (just shout it out)
Registered Apprenticeship Model What is it? Employer-driven model that combines on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction that increases an apprentice s skill level and wages. Proven solution for businesses to recruit, train, and retain highly skilled workers. Apprenticeship Fast Facts Earn and Learn Opportunities to earn college credit Increases workforce skill, productivity and morale And more!
How does Registered Apprenticeship Benefit Employers? Helps business develop highly skilled employees Reduce turnover rates, increase productivity and lower the cost of recruitment Additional Benefits Include Customized training Increased knowledge Enhanced employee retention A safer workplace Stable and reliable pipeline of qualified workers Systematic approach to training
How does Registered Apprenticeship Benefit Workers? Hands-on Career Training An Education Practical on-the-job training in a wide variety of occupations and industries Hands-on and technical training which has the potential to earn college credits Long-term Career and Greater Earning Potential Following apprenticeship completion Little/No Education Debt Apprenticeship = College Without the Debt National Credential Upon graduation, a certified portable credential nationally recognized by industries and employers
How does Registered Apprenticeship Benefit Veterans? Streamlining GI Bill Benefits for Apprentices Tax-fee Stipend Allows Veterans to learn a skill while using their GI Bill benefits to receive a tax-free monthly stipend and is paid in addition to the wages earned as an apprentice. Through a new partnership between the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Labor, employers now have a fasttrack for their veteran employees to access their GI Bill benefits for registered apprenticeships. Books and Supplies Funding Classroom training whereby apprentices can receive $83 per month for books and supplies. https://www.doleta.gov/oa/docs/benefitsveteransregisteredapprenticeship.pdf
Who operates Registered Apprenticeship programs? Traditional Sponsors Employers Industry Associations Joint Labor-Management Organizations Other Types of Sponsors Institutions of Higher Education Community-based Organizations (CBOs) Community Service Organizations Multiple Employers
More than only construction Non-Traditional Apprenticeship Industries There are over 1,000 Apprenticeable occupations, including new and emerging growth industries. Health Care Energy Advanced Manufacturing Information Technology Hospitality Geospatial Biotechnology Aerospace Transportation Finance Agriculture https://www.doleta.gov/oa/bul15/2015-06.pdf
Registered Apprenticeship Program Standards Development Design and Develop Standards Sponsor/employer develops, adopts and signs Standards of Apprenticeship: May also require the development and adoption of an Affirmative Action Plan and Selection Procedures for the program Ensure Compliance With National Standards Program sponsors register program standards with either the U.S. Department of Labor or a federallyrecognized State Apprenticeship Agency End Result Standards that comply with the regulatory requirements for the administration and operation of any registered apprenticeship program Icons made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com
Prior to developing Registered Apprenticeship Standards Prospective Sponsors - Key Items Prospective sponsors must at a minimum determine: Occupation Curriculum or curriculum source to be used Competencies or Tasks to Be Completed Wage Schedule Help is Here OA/SAA staff can assist prospective sponsors with all aspects of development, including meeting with a new employer, businesses or industry representatives interested in registered apprenticeship
Registered Apprenticeship of the Future is Now - Online Standards Builder Starting Today is Just a Click Away Prototype Online Standards Builder: http://www.doleta.gov/oa/registration Click the red Register Your Program button to begin Username and password will be generated Begin Today and Continue Tomorrow The tool also allows you to stop and resume the registration process during development so you don t have to do it all at once. The system will draft a set of program standards designed to your requirements for review. An Apprenticeship Training Representative (ATR) Will Contact You to Finalize the Process
When Engaging Employers and Industry Groups Develop Relationships Allow companies to be proactive in addressing their present and future skill needs. Know Your Product Provides employers with tools to complement existing recruitment processes and the need to develop highly-trained workers. Use with new and/or incumbent workers. Allows companies to customize training to meet their needs. Structured and sustainable career pathways Be Persistent!
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Resources ApprenticeshipUSA Toolkit www.dol.gov/apprenticeship/toolkit.htm A comprehensive set of tools and resources for the public workforce system and partners to launch or expand apprenticeship strategies 26
Resources The Federal Resources Playbook http://www.doleta.gov/oa/federalresources/playbook.pdf Review of Federal Resources That Can Be Used to Support Registered Apprenticeship From Several Departments. US Department of Education US Department of Labor US Department of Veterans Affairs US Department of Agriculture US Department of Transportation US Department of Housing and Urban Development 27
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ApprenticeshipUSA a proven Work Based Learning approach David A. Gaither Regional Executive Assistant Region 4, Office of Apprenticeship US Department of Labor Phone: 972-850-4685 gaither.david@dol.gov Kathryn Castelloes Apprenticeship Director Workforce Solutions NC Department of Commerce Phone: 919-814-0340 kathryn.castelloes@n ccommerce.com Greer L. Sisson State Director Region 5, Office of Apprenticeship US Department of Labor Phone: 515-284-4690 Sisson.greer@dol.gov