Why employers choose Registered Apprenticeship
Registered Apprenticeship is a proven, employer-driven strategy to build and sustain a skilled workforce. It enables organizations to develop talent tailored to their specific needs—whether by training new hires or upskilling current employees—while improving retention and long-term productivity.
Designed to be flexible across industries and business sizes, Registered Apprenticeship allows employers to remain competitive and strengthening their workforce.
Key Benefits for Employers
- Build Your Talent Pipeline: Develop a consistent, reliable source of skilled workers trained to meet your exact business needs.
- Reduce Hiring and Turnover Costs: Increase productivity and retain employees longer by investing in structured, career-driven training.
- Improve Quality and Consistency: Ensure employees are trained to industry standards through a structured, competency-based model.
- Increase Employee Retention and Engagement: Offer clear career pathways that improve attendance, morale, and long-term commitment.
- Strengthen Your Brand as an Employer of Choice: Position your organization as a leader in workforce development and high-quality employment opportunities.
Become a registered apprentice sponsor
Getting started is easier than you might think—and you don’t have to do it alone. The Division of Apprentice Standards (DAS) provides no-cost, hands-on support to help you design and launch a program that works for your business. From initial planning to registration, DAS guides you every step of the way.
What to Expect
1. Identify your workforce needs
Work with DAS to determine which roles could benefit from apprenticeship—whether filling current gaps or planning for future growth.
2. Learn how Registered Apprenticeship works
Join a brief Introduction to Registered Apprenticeship or Introduction to Pre-Apprenticeship webinar to understand program structure, expectations, and how apprenticeship fits into your business.
3. Design your program
Meet one-on-one with an Apprenticeship Liaison to build a customized program, including training plans, mentorship, wage progression, and instruction.
Complete the employer interest form
Connect with DAS to explore how a Registered Apprenticeship program can support your workforce needs. Once your program is approved, DAS continues to support you so you can stay focused on running your business.
Employers receive assistance with:
- Registering apprentices through the online portal
- Managing program requirements and documentation
- Maintaining program standards with the Quality Assurance team
- Exploring grant funding and tax credit opportunities
Common Registered Apprenticeship occupations
More than 1,000 different occupations are approved by the United States Department of Labor. So when we say there’s a registered apprenticeship for that, we’re not kidding!
Advanced Manufacturing
- CNC Operator
- Maintenance Technician
- Precision Machinist
- Tool & Die Maker
- Robotics Technician
- Quality Technician
- Machine Operator
Bio-tech
- Laboratory Technician
- Biomanufacturing Technician (Downstream)
- Biomanufacturing Technician (Upstream)
- Laboratory Assistant
Building Trades
- Plumber
- Electrician
- Pipefitters
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Elevator Constructors
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- HVAC
- Construction Craft Laborer
Education
- Early Childhood Educator
- Teacher Aide
- Childcare Development Specialist
- K-12 Teacher
- Direct Support Specialist
- Childcare Development Specialist
Finance and Banking
- Bank Teller
- Bank Branch Manager
- Claims Adjuster
- Computer Information System Managers
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Financial Manager
- Insurance Claims & Processing
Healthcare
- RN (Registered Nurse)
- CMA (Certified Medical Assistant)
- Dispensing Optician
- Sonographer
- EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
- Medical Office Specialist
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)