Introduction to Apprenticeship
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The document provides an overview of registered apprenticeship programs in Minnesota, highlighting their benefits for workers, employers, and the economy. It dispels common myths about apprenticeship accessibility and demographics while detailing funding opportunities and program expansions across various industries, including healthcare and advanced manufacturing. Additionally, it outlines the role of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry in promoting and supporting these apprenticeship initiatives.
Introduction to Apprenticeship
- 1. | Agenda Introduction to Registered Apprenticeship LaRohn Latimer | Leslie Philmon
- 2. | Agenda • DLI Outreach • Registered Apprenticeship Overview • Registered Apprenticeship Funding Opportunities • Questions
- 3. DLI’S SERVICES: • Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) • Construction Codes and Licensing • Workers’ Compensation • Labor Standards • Pipeline Dual-Training • Registered Apprenticeship DLI’s MISSION is to ensure Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. DLI’s VISION is to be a trusted resource, service provider and impartial regulator. | Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
- 4. | DLI Outreach • Myths and facts about registered apprenticeship • Sharing benefits to the worker, the company, and intermediaries • Explaining components and design of registered apprenticeship • Discussing employer-focused program development
- 5. Myths Facts Registered apprenticeship programs are only in Minnesota’s metro area Registered apprenticeship programs are operating throughout the state Registered apprenticeship programs are only in the construction trades Registered apprenticeship programs are becoming more common in non- traditional industries Registered apprenticeship programs are only for large companies Employers large and small are sponsors for apprenticeship programs, dictated by the needs of each employer Registered apprentices will get trained and then leave the employer Registered apprenticeship programs have proven to help reduce turnover and increase employee productivity All registered apprenticeship programs involve unions Some registered apprenticeship programs involve unions | Myths and Facts
- 6. Employers Build and shape their own workforce Creates new skilled worker pipeline Workers produce as they train Improveproductivity Reduced employee turnover Retain/Transfer organizational knowledge Employer incentives to hire veterans Workers Employment Comprehensive job training Safety instruction Wages increase with progress Master in-demand skills Nationally recognized credential Registered apprentices are G.I. benefit eligible Minnesota Pathway to the middle class Quality training for workers Safetyfor workers Vibrant economy | Benefits of Apprenticeship
- 7. | What is Registered Apprenticeship? Essential Program Components of Registered Apprenticeship A time-tested model to: recruit, train and retain a highly skilled and diverse workforce.
- 8. | How it Works Development of a Registered Apprenticeship Program
- 9. 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 PEOPLE OF COLOR WOMEN VETERAN Apprentice Participation Demographic Trends By Calendar Year 2,426 (20.6%) 803 (6.8%) 824 (7.0%) Apprenticeship Minnesota | apprenticeship.mn.gov
- 10. 100 90 58 11 8 6 4 1 ACTIVE APPRENTICESHIP SPONSORS: 185+ PARTICIPATING EMPLOYERS: 2,300+ CHART: NUMBER OF ACTIVE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS By Industry Sector Data below shows the number of programs operating in Minnesota. Many apprenticeship sponsors today operate more than one program. Apprenticeship Minnesota | apprenticeship.mn.gov CONSTRUCTION UTILITIES ADVANCED MANUFACTURING HEALTHCARE TRANSPORTATION AGRICULTURE PUBLIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
- 11. Healthcare and the growing talent gap The health care industry is evolving and patient demographics are changing. Healthcare facilities must provide increasingly complex care while also producing higher quality outcomes. To address a shortage of new talent and meet the needs of a changing industry, employers are turning to registered apprenticeship. Occupations include: Behavioral Health Technician Community Health Worker Certified Medical Assistant Certified Medical Assistant Direct Support Professional Registered Nurse Surgical Technician And many more … | Healthcare Registered Apprenticeship Healthcare Occupations = 12, Apprentices = 95
- 12. Minnesota Apprenticeship Initiative Funding: $5M Years of Grant Performance: 2015-2020 (Extended Due to COVID) Apex Initiative Funding: $1.8M Years of Grant Performance: 2017-2020 (Extended Due to COVID) Minnesota Registered Apprenticeship Expansion Initiative Funding: $1.3M Years of Grant Performance: 2019 - 2022 Minnesota Capacity and Expansion of Registered Apprenticeship Initiative Funding: $450K Years of Grant Performance: 2020 - 2023 | Program Expansion Activities Funded in part by Federal Grants from US Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship:
- 13. Five-year initiative to expand registered apprenticeship in agriculture, advanced manufacturing, health care, information technology and transportation. This is in partnership with the Department of Employment and Economic Development. MAI employers are eligible for reimbursement after the apprentice has successfully completed his or her first 90 days in the program. Employers can receive up to $5,000 per apprentice for the following activities: • Apprenticeship supplies and materials • Off-set related instruction costs • Establish employer registered apprenticeship infrastructure | Minnesota Apprenticeship Initiative
- 14. Goals • Increase the number of apprentices in registered apprenticeship programs; • Support and encourage diversification; and • Integrate registered apprenticeship into state workforce development strategies. Funding • $1.3 million from U.S Department of Labor and Industry. • Period of performance: July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022. Metrics • 800 new registered apprentices; and • 23 new registered apprenticeship programs. For more information visit www.dli.mn.gov/business/workforce/job-training-grant and www.dli.mn.gov/business/workforce/related-technical-instruction-grant. | Minnesota Registered Apprenticeship Expansion (MRAE)
- 15. MAI Employer Participants INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: • cmERDC – Software Developer (St. Cloud) AGRICULTURE: • Ardent Mills – Miller (Hastings) • Pro Tree – Arborist (Hopkins) • Rainbow Treecare– Arborist (Minnetonka) • SavATree– Arborist (Afton) • ShadywoodTree Experts – Arborist (Hopkins) • Tree Trust – Arborist (St. Paul) Complete Employer List: Visit: dli.mn.gov ADVANCED MANUFACTURING: • Aero Design – Sewing Machining Repairer (Duluth) • AGCO- Mechatronics Technician, Welder (Jackson) • Ajax Metal Forming Solutions (Fridley) • Alliance Machine – Machinist Level 1 (Elk River) • Analog Technologies Corp. - Solderer • Custom Mold & Design – Machinist (Forest Lake) • Daiken Applied – Maintenance Technician • Diversified Plastic – Tool Maker (Minneapolis) • Eaton Corporation – Machinist, Maintenance Mechanic • MTS Systems – CNC Machinist Level 1/Mechanical Assembler (Eden Prairie) • Innovize – Flexographic Press Operator (Vadnais Heights) • Intek – Extrusion Molding Machine Operator • K & G Manufacturing – CNC Operator (Faribault) • Logic PD – Solderer & Machine Operator (Eden Prairie) • L & M Radiator – Welder & Machinist • Mechanical Systems – Welder (Dundas) • Mikros Engineering – Injection Molding Machine Operator • MRG Tool & Die – CNC Machinist Level 2, Supervisor (Faribault) • MTS – CNC Machinist Level 1, Mechanical Assembler • NTM – Machine Operator (Fridley) • Owens Corning – Maintenance Mechanic (Minneapolis) • Pequot Tool and Manufacturing - CNC Machinist (Pequot Lakes) • Potlach – Mechanical Technician (Bemidji) • Schwing America Inc. - Welder (Vadnais Heights) • Seneca Foods – Maintenance and CNC Machinist (Rochester) • Spectro Alloys – Mechatronics Technician • TEROG - CNC Machinist • TLC Precision – Radar Technician (St. Paul) • Uponor, Inc. – Maintenance Technician (Apple Valley) • Viracon – Maintenance Mechanic (Owatonna) • Wells Academy – CNC Operator (Bemidji) TRANSPORTATION: • Dan’s Southside Marine – Outboard Motor Technician (Bloomington) • Boyer Trucks - Diesel Mechanic • Harry Browns Automotive - Automotive Technician • Buerkle Hyundai – Automotive Technician • Buerkle Honda – Automotive Technician • Roseau Ford – Automotive Technician (Roseau) • Metro Transit – Coach Operator (Twin Cities) • Dahlke Trailer- Mechanic (Twin Cities) • Rihm Kenworth Motor Company – Diesel Mechanic • St. Paul Public Works – Transportation Trainee • Miller Marine – Outboard Motor Technician (St Cloud) HEALTH CARE: • Amherst Wilder Foundation - Mental Health Practitioner (St.Paul) • All Star Academy - • CANA – Certified Nursing Assistant, Health Information Coder • CentraCare – Community Health Worker (St. Cloud) • Community Health Services – Certified Medical Assistant • Essentia Health – Health Support Specialist (Duluth) • Fairview Health Services – BSN, Certified Medical Assistant, Surgical Technologist (Minneapolis) • HealthPartners – RN and Careline Nurse (Bloomington) • Mt. Olivet Rolling Acres – Direct Support Professional (Chanhassen) • The Hartford – Disability Analyst (Bloomington) • Thorne Crest Senior Living – Health Support Specialist (Albert Lea) • Olus’ Home-Direct Support Professional (Twin Cities)
- 16. Registered Apprenticeship Program Development • LaRohn.Latimer@state.mn.us – 651-284-5223 • Leslie.Philmon@state.mn.us – 651-284-5330 MAI Grant • Jason.Wadell@state.mn.us – 651-259-7552 • www.dli.mn.gov/mai MNRAE Grant • Charles.Mcintosh@state.mn.us – 651-508-2720 | Thank You and Questions