Division of Apprentice Standards (DAS)

The Massachusetts Division of Apprentice Standards is a State Apprenticeship Agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. We are responsible for supporting, promoting, developing, and servicing Massachusetts Registered Apprenticeship Programs on behalf of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. We help create rewarding career pathways for jobseekers and empower employers to build a diverse and skilled workforce.

Important Updates

On September 9, 2024, the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) issued a Request for Response for funding available through the Apprenticeship Expansion and Opportunity RFR. 

For more information, please view Apprenticeship Issuance No. 25-090924

A Virtual Information Session and Live Q&A session will be held on September 17, 2024, at 2pm and can be accessed here.

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Hospitality Apprenticeship

Your next great hire is an apprentice

Apprenticeships benefit employers of all sizes and industries by allowing them to develop and grow a highly-skilled and diverse workforce, reduce turnover, and foster loyalty among employees.

Watch and learn how to sponsor Apprentices for your business

Prospective employers and active sponsors are welcomed to attend virtual information sessions to learn more about the value of Registered Apprenticeships and sponsors requirement to maintaining an Registered Apprenticeship. 

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Women in Construction

A pathway to a lucrative career

Apprenticeship is an earn-to-learn model, meaning you collect a paycheck while learning from the pros, and you'll walk away with the skills and credentials that employers value.

Watch and learn how to become an Apprentice

Ready to take the next steps and become an apprentice?
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Apprenticeship by the Numbers

11,000+  Active Apprentices in Massachusetts
1,000+  Registered Apprenticeship Program across Massachusetts
98%  Apprenticeship growth rate since 2013 in Massachusetts

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Phone

General inquiries (617) 626-5442

Address

100 Cambridge Street
Suite 501
Boston, MA 02114

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