Advanced Manufacturing Construction Energy Healthcare Information Technology Transportation and Logistics 21st Century Apprenticeship And the Workforce System Amanda Ahlstrand, Administrator, Office of Workforce Investment Laura Ginsburg, Division Chief, Office of Apprenticeship US Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration 1 March 26, 2018
Agenda Apprenticeship Expansion Key Initiatives Underway Apprenticeship Primer Review Some Basics WIOA and Apprenticeship Partnership Opportunities Wrap Up and Next Steps Let s Explore Ideas to Grow Apprenticeship Together 2
Apprenticeship Expansion Key Initiatives Underway 3
On June 15, 2017, the President issued an Executive Order entitled Expanding Apprenticeships in America. The Executive Order directs DOL to further expand apprenticeship opportunities, to engage partner Federal agencies in promoting apprenticeships, and to attract businesses from a growing range of sectors to sponsor apprenticeships 4
Industry-Recognized Apprenticeships will give business and industry more autonomy to develop work-based learning programs that help an individual earn a wage while also earning credentials employers value most. 5
The Executive Order also called for the establishment of the Task Force on Apprenticeship Expansion to bring together leaders from business, labor, higher education, State government, and others to develop proposals and recommendations to help us meet our shared apprenticeship expansion goals. Chair Secretary Alexander Acosta, U.S. Department of Labor Vice-Chair Secretary Betsy DeVos, U.S. Department of Education Vice-Chair Secretary Wilbur Ross, U.S. Department of Commerce 6
To date, the Task Force has met three times, on November 13, 2017 February 6, and March 15, 2018. The next meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2018. This group, through the work of the subcommittees, is convening weekly and providing recommendations on how to engage more employers and rapidly expand these models to help more Americans get back to work. We expect their final recommendations to the Department this Spring. 7
In the coming months, the Department will support innovative work-base learning approaches, technology modernization, and state initiatives that result in expansion of apprenticeship programs. 8
Grants to states to support activities that lead to the expansion of apprenticeship and advance alignment and integration of apprenticeship with education and public workforce systems. 9
Competitive awards built on the American Apprenticeship Grant initiative will support the expanded use of apprenticeship models in new and emerging, high-growth industries/sectors. 10
There have been a series of investments in Apprenticeship thru grants and contracts. Targeted resource investments to strengthen and expand apprenticeship across all industries. American Apprenticeship Initiative Grants $175 Million 2015 Apprenticeship State Accelerator Grants $10.4 Million 2016 Apprenticeship State Expansion Grants $50.5 Million 2016 Apprenticeship Industry Partnerships to Scale Apprenticeship, Equity Partnerships to Enhance Diversity - $30 Million 2016 10 Contracts Renewed to Provide Additional FY 2017 Funding - $11 Million Additional FY 2017 Funding for State Expansion Grants $50 Million 11
Apprenticeship Primer Review Some Basics 12
American Apprenticeship continued to show strong growth in FY 2017. 533,130 FY 2017 Growth in Apprentices Since FY 2014 FY 17 Statistics 190,862 Number of New Apprentices 22,482 Number of Active Programs 375,000 FY 2014 448,000 FY 2015 505,000 FY 2016 1,300 Number of Occupations Number of Active Apprentices
Apprenticeship is a customized workforce solution that delivers results. Employers Apprentices Gain a reliable pipeline of talent trained to their company s specific skilled needs. Complete when the employer certifies they are fully proficient in their chosen occupation. 14
Apprenticeships are a customizable, flexible, and proven business-driven model for developing workers. Core Apprenticeship Components Industry Leads Employers are the foundation of every apprenticeship program and lead apprentice selection, curriculum design, and program operation. Apprenticeship Is a Job Apprenticeship is a job with a paid work component. Instructional Component Apprenticeship has an educational / training component which can include community college or Apprenticeship Training Center courses.
Apprenticeship is a Win Win Win for apprentices, business, and the public. Impressive Individual Outcomes $300,000+ Lifetime Earning Advantage Impressive Public Benefits $28 in benefits for every $1 invested by the Government.* Impressive Business Outcomes For every dollar spent on apprenticeship, employers get an average of $1.47 back in increased productivity. *(Source: An Effectiveness Assessment and Cost-Benefit Analysis of Registered Apprenticeship in 10 States, Mathematica Policy Research, 2012)
Many companies are successfully using apprenticeship. 17 17
Apprenticeship works for industry and workers. Build a Competitive Workforce Employers Facing Complex Workforce Challenges in Competitive Domestic and Global Markets Time-Tested Model Proven Strategy for Recruiting, Training and Retaining World-Class Talent Used by Industry for Decades (and longer!) Adaptable and Flexible Apprenticeship is a Solution and Can Be Integrated into existing Training and Human Resources Development Strategies!!!
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There are several Apprenticeship provisions in WIOA. Governance and Planning Registered Apprenticeship on State Workforce Board Section 101(b)(1)(C)(ii)(II) Registered Apprenticeship on Local Workforce Board Section 107(b)(2)(B)(ii) WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs Registered Apprenticeship on Eligible Training Provider List Section 122(a)(2)(B) and (3) On-the-job training 20 CFR 680.740 WIOA Youth Programs Pre-apprenticeship as Youth program service Section 129(c)(2)(C)(ii) Registered Apprenticeship as career pathway for Job Corps Section 141(1)(A)(ii) and Section 148(a)(2)(B) Pre-apprenticeship/RA for YouthBuild Section 171(c)(2)(A)(i) Credential and Performance Registered Apprenticeship as recognized post-secondary credential Section 3(52) 20
B O A R D Membership State and Local Board required to have Apprenticeship representation under WIOA. Strategic Opportunities Review and development of statewide/local policies to support alignment. Continuous improvement of the workforce system. Reviewing/Commenting on State/Local Plans.
P L A N N I N G Registered Apprenticeship is a critical component of State and Local strategic planning. A discussion of career pathways is also required for both State and Local/Regional Plans and Registered Apprenticeship is included in the definition of career pathways. State and Local Plans are an opportunity to discuss apprenticeship models as a talent development strategy. States are submitting their Two-Year Plan Modifications; consider any necessary modifications to Local Plans.
Apprenticeship & Eligible Training Providers The Eligible Training Provider List pertains to the use of ITAs under WIOA. ITAs may be used to provide the RTI component of a Registered Apprenticeship program RA program sponsors are automatically eligible to be ETPs and are only required to provide minimal information in order to be placed on the ETP list. Requirement to minimize burden, avoid: Lengthy application requirements Requirements to apply to every Local Board
F U N D I N G Apprenticeships The Workforce System can support the pieces of Registered Apprenticeship Programs. On-the-Job Training/Learning (OJT/OJL) OJT is funded through contracts, not Individual Training Accounts (ITAs). OJT contracts can cover one or multiple apprentices and, in many local areas, the potential OJT reimbursement under WIOA has increased from 50% to 75%. Related Training and Instruction (RTI) Under WIOA, most classroom training is funded via ITAs. In order to take advantage of potential ITAs, the RA program must be on the ETP List. Utilizing contracts for cohort training is also possible. Supportive Services Including Tools and Childcare WIOA formula funds can be utilized to provide a range of supportive services to participants placed into Apprenticeship programs.
Performance Registered Apprenticeship supports WIOA required metrics. Employment in 2 nd Quarter and 4 th Quarter After Exit Since Registered Apprenticeship (RA) IS employment, this would be a positive outcome as long as the apprentice remains in the RA program or completes the RA program. Median Earnings in 2 nd Quarter After Exit Apprentices earn a wage from day one and programs include progressive wage increases commensurate with skill gains as a core component. Credential Attainment A Registered Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion is a recognized post-secondary credential under WIOA and can be attained during participation or up to a year after exit. Measurable Skill Gains Unlike other metrics which are exitbased, this metric pertains to interim progress as in a longerterm Registered Apprenticeship program (e.g., completion of one year of the OJT component).
There are many resources and online tools to explore. Skills Commons https://www.skillscommons.org/ The world s largest collection of OER for job-driven workforce development; over 8,000 materials available from TAACCCT grantees. O*NET Online https://www.onetonline.org/ An occupational and skills information resource that can be searched by keyword, job families, field of study / instructional programs, or industry. Competency Model Clearinghouse https://www.careeronestop.org/competencymodel/ Provides ready access to these industry-validated models and a collection of resources to support their use. My Skills My Future https://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/ Enables job seekers to match their occupational skills and experiences with skills needed in other occupations to facilitate career mobility and economic prospects. Users can also get job listings and click through to hiring companies.
Check out resources on Workforce GPS. https://www.workforcegps.org/ 27
Apprenticeship Toolkit in ACTION www.dol.gov/apprenticeship/toolkit.htm The toolkit has resources for people at all levels for the workforce system. One-Stop Center Manager Workforce Board Director Business Services Representative Case Manager 28
There are many new apprenticeship resources with more on the way! dol.gov/apprenticeship Quick-Start Toolkit 5 Step Format to take you from exploring to launching a Registered Apprenticeship Program. Federal Resources Playbook Guide to resources from various Federal Agencies to support Registered Apprenticeship. http://www.doleta.gov/oa/employers/ap prenticeship_toolkit.pdf http://www.doleta.gov/oa/federalresour ces/playbook.pdf DOL Registration Site An electronic apprenticeship standards builder that allows potential new sponsors to build and register their program online. http://www.doleta.gov/oa/registration/ RACC Site Find information on becoming a RACC member and a database of college members and sponsors. https://www.doleta.gov/oa/racc.cfm
Thank You for Being Here Today Let s Continue to Explore Ideas to Grow Apprenticeship Together. Amanda Ahlstrand, Administrator, Office of Workforce Investment John Ladd, Administrator, Office of Apprenticeship US Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration www.dol.gov/apprenticeship 30