Registered Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience with a mentor, receive progressive wage increases, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential.
Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
Registered Apprenticeships are industry-vetted and approved and validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency. Key elements of all Registered Apprenticeship programs include the following:
- Industry Led – Programs are industry-vetted and approved to ensure alignment with industry standards and that apprentices are trained for highly skilled, high-demand occupations.
- Paid Job –Â Apprenticeships are jobs! Apprentices earn progressive wage as their skills and productivity increase.
- Structured On-the-Job Learning/Mentorship – Programs provide structured on-the-job training to prepare for a successful career, which includes instruction from an experienced mentor.
- Supplemental Education – Apprentices are provided supplemental classroom education based on the employers unique training needs to ensure quality and success.
- Credentials – Apprentices earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within their industry.
Credentialing Opportunity On-Line (COOL)
Match military occupation credentials with Registered Apprenticeships.
My Next Move for Veterans
Free online career tool from the U.S. Department of Labor that helps veterans explore civilian jobs. It allows users to search by career interests, industry, or military job code to find occupations that match their skills and experience. The tool shows which civilian careers have Registered Apprenticeship programs so veterans can earn while they learn new skills and transition into long-term careers.
Apprenticeship | Veteran and Military Transition Center | CareerOneStop
Resources for Apprenticeship from the U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Building Registered Apprenticeship Programs A Quick-Start Toolkit
This toolkit from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship provides helpful steps and resources to start and register an apprenticeship program, from exploring the apprenticeship model as a workforce strategy to launching a new program.Â
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Directory
Local Chambers of Commerce can be instrumental in forging strong employer partnerships that lead to apprenticeship placements.
State Apprenticeship Agency
Find your state’s apprenticeship office representative for technical assistance and guidance.Â
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