Partners

The Tech Squad Apprenticeship at Central Campus immerses high-school and adult learners in real-world tech projects through a paid earn-and-learn model. The program pairs students with industry partners for mentorship, portfolio development, and academic credit alongside career-skills training.

Learning Alliance Corporation (LAC) in Tampa, Florida sponsors Registered Apprenticeship Programs in IT, Telecommunications, and Renewable Energy. LAC provides employers turnkey, grant-funded solutions that blend hands-on training and classroom instruction. Programs are nationally registered, promoting diversity and helping apprentices gain high-wage, high-skill jobs while improving workforce retention and pipeline for employers.

The Massachusetts Division of Apprentice Standards oversees the state’s registered apprenticeship system by managing program approval, sponsor registration, and compliance monitoring. The division provides technical assistance, equity-focused outreach, and standardized curricula to ensure apprentices gain nationally recognized credentials and employers build sustainable talent pipelines.

My IT University delivers a CompTIA-approved apprenticeship for university students. Participants earn wages while pursuing Cyber Security Support Technician or Data Analyst tracks through instructor-led courses, one-on-one mentorship, and financial support.

NetWerks Strategic Services, LLC is a veteran‑owned managed service provider founded in 1988 and based in Agawam, MA. They deliver comprehensive IT solutions—everything from managed services and cybersecurity to compliance, cloud consulting, and VoIP—tailored for small and mid-sized businesses across Western Massachusetts and North‑Central Connecticut
They recently participated in an Employer Lab program to explore Registered Apprenticeship opportunities, and they’re actively moving forward to establish a formal apprenticeship pathway. The goal is to build a robust talent pipeline by blending hands-on, on-the-job training with classroom instruction—aligning with best practices in workforce development .

Per Scholas offers Department of Labor–registered, earn-and-learn apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity and IT support, designed to bridge the tech skills gap and promote economic mobility. Apprentices receive hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and mentorship, preparing them for full-time roles with leading employers. With a proven track record of success, Per Scholas has partnered with over 850 employers nationwide to place graduates in high-demand tech positions. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that underrepresented communities have access to quality tech careers.

The new Security Systems Technician (SST) apprenticeship program falls under the Information Security Analysts occupation group (O*NET Code 15-1212.00) aligning with other registered apprenticeship programs that address security for computer networks and information, such as cybersecurity support technician and cyber defense analyst. Unlike other related programs, the SST apprenticeship program uniquely addresses both physical device installation for low-voltage security equipment and cybersecurity controls for safeguarding electronic infrastructure and technology.

The City of Frederick is exploring apprenticeship after participating in the Good Jobs, Great Cities Academy with the National League of Cities and the U.S. Department of Labor. Frederick seeks to improve job opportunities for residents, focusing on high-quality jobs and sustainable employment. Career Connected Learning and Apprenticeship was one of four key areas Frederick identified as an area of focus and created the Office of Opportunity and Transformation to lead these efforts.

YUPRO’s Skills-to-Staff™ Professional Apprenticeship provides a USDOL-registered pathway with 1,000 work hours and 144 hours of structured learning over 52 weeks. Employers may also choose 13- to 39-week informal tracks, all blending paid on-the-job learning with customizable upskilling curricula and professional development.