Starting an Apprenticeship Program

Registered apprenticeships are good for business. They help your company attract and retain talent and produce highly skilled, loyal workers.

Apprenticeship Idaho Toolkit

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Top 5 Reasons to Start an Apprenticeship Program

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   Recruitment – Apprenticeships are attractive to workers and help good employers hire in a tight labor market. If the economy slows, an apprenticeship gives employers more control over the cost and quality of training.

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   Retention – Employees are loyal to employers who invest in their skills and professional development. Stronger work teams also evolve through the mentoring built into apprenticeships.

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   Tailored Programs – You’re in the driver’s seat, designing a program that trains employees to industry standards and your way of doing business. As your business needs evolve, adjust the size and curriculum of your program.

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   Save Money – You'll be getting an employee who can make a contribution immediately. Even if your apprentice has a lot to learn, they'll be adding person-power to your operation at 50-60% of a regular employee.

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   Build Idaho’s Skilled Workforce – Help beat a projected shortage of 50,000 Idaho workers by 2024. Investing in a skilled workforce pays dividends for your business and contributes to a stronger Idaho economy.

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