Work Based Learning and Apprenticeship
This page provides links to several important resources that keep businesses and employers up to date on the latest with Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeship opportunities and other helpful resources and tools.
Background on Apprenticeship Programs
An apprenticeship program is an educational and employment opportunity where participants can receive payment and educational credits for their services. As an employer, you can apply to have apprenticeship programs to widen the talent pool for potential employees. For more information read up on:
Building an Apprenticeship Program
Creating an apprenticeship program can bring on opportunities for your business to grow and bring in skilled employees who will be earning and learning on the job. There are a few things to consider such as registering your apprenticeship program through state and federal systems.
For more information on creating or expanding your apprenticeship program, read
- The Dept. of Labor's Quick-Start Toolkit
- Creating or expanding your apprenticeship article
- Requirements for registering an apprenticeship program
Workforce Training
Having Employer-Based Training programs for your employees can improve their skills. Read this article for how the different types of training programs that are available can help you. Review the flyers below for more information on these programs:
- Employer-Based Talent Pipeline Training Opportunities
- Incumbent Worker Training
- On-the-Job Training
- Customized Training
Informational Sessions/Events
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a National Celebration that offers business, labor, education, and other critical partners a chance to show their support for Apprenticeship. It also gives apprenticeship sponsors the opportunity to showcase their programs, facilities, and apprentices in their community. This highlights the benefits of Apprenticeship in preparing a highly-skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries.
Articles and Reports
- The Benefits and Costs of Apprenticeship: A Business Perspective
- From Medieval to Millennial: Building and Marketing Modern, Youth-Oriented Apprenticeship Programs
- Why Apprenticeships are Taking Off
- The New, White-Collar Apprenticeship
- Why a Major Hotel Chain is Offering Apprenticeships
Resources
Information for Apprenticeship Seekers
If you are interested in seeking an apprenticeship, read Illinois workNet's article on Everything You Need to Know About Apprenticeship Programs.
Click here to see what opportunities are available near you.