What is Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a tested workforce development strategy to guide individuals into promising career paths. This structured approach blends practical on-the-job training with classroom instruction. As apprentices gain proficiency, they apply newly acquired skills under the guidance of experienced mentors in real-world settings.

Apprenticeships serve as invaluable recruitment and training initiatives, fostering a continuous supply of skilled professionals in vital sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, business, information technology, transportation, distribution, logistics, and construction. By bridging the gap between learning and employment, apprenticeships benefit individuals by equipping them with essential skills and strengthening industries by ensuring a sustainable talent pipeline for future growth and innovation.

Components of Apprenticeship

• On-The-Job Training
  • The company chooses a mentor to train the apprentice in on-the-job training. This person is an expert who is willing to share company processes and train future generations.
• Related Technical
  • Kaskaskia College provides the educational component of the program. KC program coordinators and staff works with employers to build the educational component of the apprenticeship program.
• Progressive Wage Increases
  • Apprentices should receive wage increases, at least annually, to recognize their increase in skills, experience and credentials gained throughout the program.
• Employer Driven
  • An Apprenticeship is a job. The apprentice becomes an employee of the company with the goal of building a career. The apprenticeship program allows for flexibility in design in order to meet the employers workforce needs.
• Nationally-Recognized Credential
  • The program results in a nationally recognized credential from the Department of Labor certifying that the apprentice is qualified in their occupation.

Employer Benefits

• Recruit and develop a diverse and highly-skilled workforce
• Grow your own talent by placing entry-level employee on a career path
• Ensure knowledge of seasoned experts is passed down
• Improve productivity and profitability
• Increase employee loyalty and retention of workers reduce turnover costs!
• Access to federal and state resources
• $3,500 - $5,000 state tax credit for qualified education expenses

Apprentice Benefits

• Gain practical skills and training relevant to your career choice
• Employment paid work experience while you are in school
• Higher wages and career advancement opportunities
• Little to no student debt
• High-quality career pathway that combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training
• Earn a nationally-recognized credential as well as a certificate or degree

I want more information:

Please fill out the Employer/Student Apprentice Interest Form.

Consent Statement: By submitting this form, I am providing consent for a representative of Kaskaskia College to contact me at the number or email provided to discuss the apprenticeship program and my educational goals. I am authorized to work in the United States and understand that the information provided may be shared with employers and Kaskaskia College business partners.