Partners

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! serves as Colorado’s Apprenticeship Hub by offering no-cost guidance on program development, USDOL registration, and employer recruitment for registered apprenticeships. The workforce center provides post-registration support, including apprentice enrollment, retention strategies, and grant coordination.

Career CNX is a Denver-based leadership consulting firm that offers a proprietary SaaS platform and coaching services to help professionals align personal and professional goals, enhancing performance and career advancement. While Career CNX does not currently offer a registered apprenticeship program, it provides resources to support career development and job placement.

Through Apprenticeship Colorado, CWDC oversees statewide registered apprenticeships by offering technical assistance, tax credit guidance, and equity-focused best practices. The council connects employers, sponsors, and education providers to expand high-quality programs.

Craft Education is a leading education technology company that specializes in facilitating apprenticeship programs through its innovative platform, Craft Connect. The platform enables employers, educational institutions, and workforce development organizations to manage and scale work-based learning initiatives efficiently. Craft Connect streamlines the administration of Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs), automates compliance reporting, and integrates on-the-job training with academic coursework, allowing apprentices to earn college credit for their work experience. By leveraging data-driven insights, Craft Education supports the development of job-ready talent and helps bridge the skills gap across various industries.
In September 2024, Craft Education was acquired by Western Governors University (WGU), a nonprofit institution focused on transforming education to better serve untapped talent and meet employer needs. This acquisition accelerates WGU's efforts to expand apprenticeship and other embedded job programs, providing a comprehensive solution that combines degree offerings with work-based learning pathways. The integration of Craft Education's platform enhances WGU's ability to support employers and learners in developing skills that are directly aligned with workforce demands.

DSU’s Cyber Apprenticeship for high-school juniors and seniors blends hands-on learning in cyber operations with the opportunity to earn up to 12 college credits. The program includes tuition and wage reimbursements to make participation affordable for students and host organizations.

GoSprout is a cloud-based platform that streamlines the management of Registered Apprenticeship Programs by helping employers and educators track progress, ensure compliance, and communicate effectively. Founded by Carlos Vazquez—the same founder of Miami EdTech—GoSprout powers Miami EdTech’s apprenticeship initiatives, enabling scalable, efficient STEM apprenticeships that connect learners to career pathways.

The Idaho Department of Labor a leader in the Apprenticeship Idaho coalition connects employers with apprenticeship coordinators, offers toolkits, and manages a statewide apprenticeship directory. The department tracks outcomes such as retention and average salary and promotes apprenticeships as a cost-effective workforce strategy.

The Idaho Health Care Association (IHCA) offers a Registered Apprenticeship Program designed to help long-term care facilities train and retain skilled workers while providing employees with a pathway to nationally recognized credentials. Occupations include CNA, dietary manager, activity director, resident services director, assisted living administrator, and paid feeding assistant.

IPCA sponsors healthcare apprenticeships in Community Health Worker, Dental Assistant, and Medical Assistant tracks. Programs combine paid workplace training with Core CHW and Advanced CHW coursework to ensure competency and USDOL credentialing.

Idaho State University (ISU) offers a range of Registered Apprenticeship Programs through its Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) division and the College of Technology. These programs combine on-the-job training (OJT) with classroom instruction, preparing students for careers in skilled trades and technical fields.

IHS delivers customized healthcare apprenticeship solutions by pairing paid clinical rotations with structured classroom instruction, mentorship, and compliance guidance to build pipelines of skilled allied-health professionals.

Innovate + Educate partners with employers and policymakers to scale apprenticeship programs in STEM and advanced manufacturing. The organization provides program design, competency frameworks, and technical assistance aligned with regional economic priorities.

The Kentucky Career Center’s Office of Industry​​ and Apprenticeship Services offers registered apprenticeships in construction and skilled trades as well as occupations in other fields including aerospace engineer, child development specialist, physical therapy aide, office manager, and more. Apprentices earn wages while completing job-related training under experienced instructors.

Apprenticeship Louisiana helps businesses develop registered apprenticeship programs tailored to meet their workforce needs. Registered apprenticeship programs are offered in a wide range of occupations, including early childhood educator, IT support professional, mechanical engineering technician, electrician, aircraft mechanic, medical biller and coder, plumber, and more. Apprentices earn wages while completing job-related training under experienced instructors.

Maine’s Apprenticeship Program delivers industry-recognized registered apprenticeships via an online portal. The department offers technical assistance, program registration, and employer guidance to ensure training aligns with regional workforce needs.