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Webinar Recap: 5 Proven Apprenticeship Building Practices

Episode 1

BY: Marty Lessmann

Episode 1 Recap

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Episode 1 of the Workforce Insights Roundtable on December 17th. Hosted by Marty Lessmann of Workforce Connect and led by Dr. Eric Dunker, Chief Growth Officer at the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree (NCAD), this session delivered valuable strategies for workforce development success.

If you missed it or need a refresher, here is the full webinar recording, the slide deck, and a breakdown of the 5 proven practices for building effective apprenticeship programs.

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The 5 Proven Practices for Building Effective Apprenticeship Programs

1. Reciprocal Employer Engagement: Employers must actively participate to ensure apprenticeships align with real workforce needs.

2. Responsive and Receptive Related Technical Instruction (RTI): RTI should address apprentices’ learning goals while meeting employer demands.

3. Enabling Policy and Culture Conditions for Apprenticeships: Supportive policies and workplace cultures create the foundation for apprenticeship success.

4. Availability of a Market of Future Apprenticeships: Build sustainable pathways that guarantee a pipeline of future opportunities.

5. Regional Systematic Blurring of K12, Postsecondary, and Workforce: Integrating education and workforce systems creates seamless transitions from learning to careers.

Looking Ahead

Episode 1 set the stage for impactful discussions on building stronger apprenticeship programs. Stay tuned for future Workforce Insights Roundtable sessions, where we will continue to tackle challenges and share actionable strategies to shape the future of workforce development.

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