Registered apprenticeships are recognized as a leading model for job training programs, offering workers essential skills and pathways to well-paying jobs that can support families and uplift communities. In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, advocates are encouraging others to spread awareness about the benefits of apprenticeships.

Key statistics highlight the impact of these programs: an average starting salary of $80,000 for those completing a registered apprenticeship, 94% retention rate among apprentices post-completion, and over $300,000 in lifetime earning advantages compared to peers who do not complete an apprenticeship.

Registered apprenticeships benefit both employers and employees. Employers gain a skilled workforce while workers receive paid work experience, classroom learning, and opportunities for success in union jobs. These programs span various industries including hospitality, the care economy, cybersecurity, construction, and advanced manufacturing.

The AFL-CIO Organizing Institute (OI) has launched a program aimed at connecting activists interested in social and economic justice with careers as union organizers. This initiative is part of broader efforts by the labor movement to promote registered apprenticeships as valuable pathways to union jobs.

Supporters are encouraged to share information about these programs with others who might benefit from understanding their value.