For the third consecutive year, Governor Kathy Hochul has proclaimed November New York State Apprenticeship Month as part of her continued support of this highly effective workforce development model that is helping to prepare the next generation of New Yorkers for careers of tomorrow. As part of the announcement, the New York State Department of Labor launched a new public awareness campaign featuring Commissioner Reardon and New York State Education Commissioner Betty Rosa promoting registered apprenticeships as a form of higher education that is often debt-free. NYSDOL is also working with NYSED to promote and educate school districts about this positive pathway to gainful employment.
“New York State’s apprenticeship programs are a powerful pathway to success—offering New Yorkers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, earn a paycheck, and build a career,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “We reaffirm our commitment to empowering the next generation with the skills they need to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow. By expanding apprenticeship opportunities, we are not only meeting the demands of our evolving workforce but also creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all New Yorkers.”
NYSDOL oversees registered apprenticeship programs, in partnership with the State Education Department, which approves the Related Instruction portion of the program. Registered apprenticeship features standardized training aligned to real-time industry needs, regulated by rules at both the state and federal level and includes a nationally recognized and portable credential upon completion. New York State has more than 17,000 active apprentices participating in over 900 programs across the state. NYSDOL continues to expand programming into new sectors and urges businesses of all sizes to consider using this model to meet their evolving workforce needs.
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