A Registered Apprenticeship (RA) program is a proven model of apprenticeship that has been validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a state apprenticeship agency. RA programs use a method of training that emphasizes learning by doing. RA is a paid job; apprentices participate in a mix of structured on-the-job and classroom learning, receive mentorship from experienced colleagues, and attain a portable, national, industry-recognized credential. RA programs allow employers to train workers to meet their unique needs and provide a way to shore up and diversify their talent pipelines. RA programs provide sponsors incentives, state and federal tax benefits, and national visibility and recognition.
Benefits of RA Programs to Employers
RA programs have a proven track record of delivering results that benefit employers:- Acquire customized training to ensure employees develop the right skills
- Gain a pipeline of diverse and skilled employees
- Lower recruiting costs; improve employee retention; reduce turnover
- Access state and federal tax incentives
- Earn national recognition and visibility
How Can We Help?
The Hub provides many services and supports to employers and RA program sponsors – all at no cost!
The Hub will:- Provide support for state and/or national registration of RA programs
- Provide technical assistance to help sponsors with RA operations and development of sustainability plans
- Explore and assist in developing and registering new RA programs
- Offer incentive funds to qualified RA sponsors
- Educate and conduct outreach about the benefits of RA sponsors in supply chain automation
- Connect interested employers with education and training providers and workforce organizations
- Assist in outreach and marketing efforts to promote RA programs
- Identify state and federal funding opportunities
- Identify educational institutions/providers that can deliver approved related instruction and instructors
- Facilitate collection and documentation of RA paperwork required by the DOL
Have more questions? Review our Employer FAQs.
Incentive Fund: 2025
The Hub offers financial incentives to RA sponsors/employers to offset the costs of tuition and training provided to apprentices. The incentive varies based on the number of apprentices ($1,000 per apprentice for new sponsors/employers/occupations) the sponsor/employer commits to enroll.
The incentive fund is capped at $30,000 per sponsor/employer, per year. Each sponsor/employer will need to submit an application. Incentive Fund applications will be considered on a rolling basis from January 15, 2025 until October 31, 2025 (or until funds are exhausted).
Please review the Incentive Fund FAQ document, and contact us if you have questions or need any assistance.
Stay Connected
For more information about how the Hub can help you with your supply chain automation and Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs, please email us at scaworkforcehub@manhattanstrategy.com.