ApprenticeshipUSA Apprenticeship as a Workforce Development Strategy NAWB Forum March 14, 2016
Moderators/Speakers Eric M. Seleznow Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration John Ladd Administrator, U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Office of Apprenticeship Deb Lyzenga Regional Director, Business Solutions West Michigan Works! Jessica White-Hatinger Service Center Manager West Michigan Works!
What if you found a proven Job-Driven approach Checklist for Job-Driven Training Work up-front with employers to determine local or regional hiring needs and designing training programs that are responsive to those needs. Offer work-based learning opportunities with employers. Measure and evaluate employment and earnings outcomes. Promote a seamless progression from one educational stepping stone to another, and across work-based training and education Break down barriers to accessing job-driven training and hiring for any American who is willing to work, including access to supportive services and relevant guidance. Create regional collaborations among American Job Centers, education institutions, labor, and non-profits.
Apprenticeship: a customized workforce solution that delivers results Employers gain a reliable pipeline of talent trained to their company s specific skilled needs. Apprentices complete when the employer certifies they are fully proficient in their chosen occupation.
that is an integral part of WIOA Registered Apprenticeship Provisions in WIOA Registered Apprenticeship on Eligible Training Provider List Section 122(a)(2)(B) and (3) Registered Apprenticeship as recognized post-secondary credential Section 101(52) Registered Apprenticeship on State Workforce Board Section 101(b)(1)(C)(ii)(II) Registered Apprenticeship on Local Workforce Board Section 107(b)(2)(B)(ii) Pre-apprenticeship as Youth program service Section 129(c)(2)(C)(ii) Registered Apprenticeship as career pathway for Job Corps Section 141(1)(A)(ii) and Section 148(a)(2)(B) Pre-apprenticeship/RA for YouthBuild Section 171(c)(2)(A)(i)
Adaptable and Flexible Employer Involvement Structured On-the-Job Learning Related Training and Instruction Rewards for Skill Gains National Occupational Credential Five Core Components of Registered Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Delivers Proven Results #ApprenticeshipWorks
DOL.GOV/Apprenticeship: New Resources Quick-Start Toolkit 5 Step Format to take you from exploring to launching a Registered Apprenticeship Program. http://www.doleta.gov/oa/employers/apprenticeship_toolkit.pdf Federal Resources Playbook for Registered Apprenticeship Guide to resources from the Departments of Labor, Education, Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development to support Registered Apprenticeship http://www.doleta.gov/oa/federalresources/playbook.pdf DOL Registration Site An electronic apprenticeship standards builder that allows potential new sponsors to build and register their program online. http://www.doleta.gov/oa/registration/ RACC Site Find information on becoming a RACC member and a database of college members and sponsors. https://www.doleta.gov/oa/racc.cfm
Apprenticeship Toolkit Performance Funding Customer Flow What is a Registered Apprenticeship program? How do I find out what s already happening? And more http://www.doleta.gov/oa/employers/apprenticeship_toolkit.pdf 9
Examples of Innovation in Apprenticeship
Developing Career Pathways within Industry Sectors: An Apprenticeship Program Success Story Deb Lyzenga Regional Director, Business Solutions Jessica White-Hatinger Service Center Manager
Reasons to Develop Career Pathways Low unemployment rate Developing employment opportunities that will keep our youth in West Michigan Opportunities for post secondary education without the debt Certifications leading to careers Decrease turnover Increase diversity
West Michigan Healthcare Demand Occupation Employment 2012 Actual 2022 Projected Projected Number of Job Openings Over the Next 10- years Projected 10- year Employment Growth Percentage Home Health Aide 37,600 49,990 12,390 32.95 Registered Nurses 93,990 104,730 10,740 11.43 Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants 53,460 60,160 6,700 12.53 Medical Assistant 21,880 25,170 3,290 15.04 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 18,800 21,580 2,780 14.79 Physical Therapists 8,020 9,840 1,820 22.69 Dental Hygienists 9,030 10,660 1,630 18.05 Pharmacy Technicians 13,250 14,630 1,380 10.42 Physicians and Surgeons, All Other 11,950 13,300 1,350 11.3 Medical and Clinical Laboratory 6,980 8,180 1,200 17.19 Technicians Source: Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget, Healthcare Practitioner and Technical Occupations Employment Forecasts 2012-2022 (adapted from GVSU Health Check Analyzing Trends in West Michigan 2016).
Industry Sector Development Catalyst for Change Multiple Healthcare Organizations separate but same discussions Talent supply & demand data Job seekers have a choice Core Ingredients: Industry similar employers experiencing the same need Partnerships between education and training that focus on workforce needs Workforce intermediary or convener of stakeholders Stakeholders willing to collaborate for the good of the community and business = Regional, employer-driven partnerships in Healthcare to solve
Career Pathways
Apprenticeships A system of career preparation for those careers which do not lend themselves to preparation by classroom study alone. Preparation combines On-the Job Learning, and formal education in theory and practice. Structured learning, advancement and progressive remuneration. Driven and funded by a sponsoring employer. Endorsed by and Registered with the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Source: Davis, Russell. U.S. Department of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship, 2015
What is Involved in this Proven Training Strategy? Apprenticeship s Three Components On the Job Learning Related Technical Instruction Sponsoring Employer Source: Davis, Russell. U.S. Department of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship, 2015
Apprenticeship Path GED, High School or College Graduate Selected for Apprenticeship in chosen craft Full time or Part time paid employment in career pursuit Mentored by a craftsperson Attends related training usually paid for by employer/sponsor. Earns a Certificate of Completion Positioned to continue toward Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or beyond. Source: Davis, Russell. U.S. Department of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship, 2015
Medical Assistant (M.A.) Apprenticeship Employer Partners Educational Partners
Critical Partners for Success United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship and Workforce Development Agency Dave Jackson, Office of Apprenticeship, USDOL Russell Davis, Michigan State Director, USDOL Marcia Black-Watson, Industry Talent Director, WDA
West Michigan Works! Apprenticeship Model Multiple Healthcare Employers + Multiple Community Colleges Negotiations and agreement for curriculum cohort model & standards -Wage commitment -Determine # of Apprentices each employer would hire -Candidate pre-screening West Michigan Works! is Sponsor of the Apprenticeship Standards and Industry Convener
Candidate Recruitment & Selection Interest 181 Applications of Interest 114 Complete Applications Information 81 Attended Information Sessions Coaching 55 Attended Career Coaching Workshops Offers 27 Hired
Other Opportunities Intensive career coaching Identify transferable skills Career Portfolio guaranteed interviews Opportunities for ITA or OJT (same or different industries) Next Medical Assistant Cohort?
Braiding of Funds Associated Costs Community College Program costs Uniforms & on-campus parking Employee wages while training Potential Funding Sources Employer Tuition Contribution Skilled Trade Training Funds West Michigan Works! Individual Training Account Scholarships FAFSA Pell Grant (Financial Aid) Other Community
Measuring Success Overall support from training providers & employers Interest shown by community members Additional cohorts Additional apprenticeship opportunities Viewed as a best practice in the state Support from DOL & State staff Quarterly survey of M.A. Apprentices
Path Forward Continued Industry Sector Development Manufacturing Technology Energy Construction Continued and Deeper Collaborations Education Employers USDOL WDA
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