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Registered Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce.

  • Employers

    A proven solution for your workforce

    Did you know?

    As and employer, you can choose to register your program with U.S. Department of Labor to show prospective job seekers that your apprenticeship program meets national quality standards.

    Benefits of Apprenticeship programs

      • Recruit & develop diverse and highly skilled workforce
      • Improve productivity & profitability
      • Create flexible training options that ensure workers develop the right skills
      • Reduce turnover, improve loyalty, & retain top talent
      • Demonstrate investment in your community

    5 Key Components of an Apprenticeship

      1. Paid Job – Apprentices earn competitive wages from their employers so they can earn and learn!
      2. Work-based Learning – Programs provide structured on-the-job learning to prepare for a successful career.
      3. Mentorship – Opportunity for internal mentorship program to provide one-to-one support to apprentices.
      4. Classroom Learning – Apprentices receive classroom instruction on the critical aspects of their careers.
      5. Credentials – Apprentices earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within an industry.

    Connect with us to

      • Explore Apprenticeship – Discover benefits, learn more about successful programs
      • Register your program – Find best model, build partnerships, obtain resources
      • Promote your apprenticeship program – Connect with job seekers and partners

    Contact

    Melinda McGregor
    Director, Emerging Workforce Solutions
    500 College Dr. Mason City, IA
    641-422-4302
    melinda.mcgregor@niacc.edu

    Employer Interest Form
  • Students

    Earn While you Learn

    94% of apprentices who finish an apprenticeship program retain employment, with a national average annual salary of $70,000

    NIACC Apprenticeship Programs

      • HVAC
      • Industrial Maintenance Repair
      • Welder Combination
      • Carpenter
      • Healthcare

    Coming Soon

      • Information Technology
      • Human Services
      • Transportation

    Did you know?

    An apprenticeship program can put you on a career pathway that will help you fast track your career goals, avoid debt, and earn a competitive wage.

    5 Key Components of an Apprenticeship

      1. Paid Job – Apprentices earn competitive wages from their employers so they can earn and learn!
      2. Work-based Learning – Programs provide structured on-the-job learning to prepare for a successful career.
      3. Mentorship – Opportunity for internal mentorship program to provide one-to-one support to apprentices.
      4. Classroom Learning – Apprentices receive classroom instruction on the critical aspects of their careers.
      5. Credentials – Apprentices earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within an industry.

    Are you Ready?

    To get started, contact:
    Melinda McGregor
    Director, Emerging Workforce Solutions
    500 College Dr. Mason City, IA
    641-422-4302
    melinda.mcgregor@niacc.edu

    Student Interest Form