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- Program-specific Requirements for Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Activities under Title I-B
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include the following with respect to activities carried out under subtitle B--
b. 2. Describe How the State Will Incorporate Registered Apprenticeship into Its Strategy and Services.
Current Narrative:
Minnesota was awarded funds for the American Apprenticeship Initiative Grant, at $5 million to build new apprenticeship programs and serve 814 new apprentices over the next five years. More than 100 employers statewide are participating in the Minnesota Apprenticeship Initiative to bring more than 800 individuals into newly registered apprenticeship programs in 29 high–growth occupations spanning five industries: advanced manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, information technology and transportation. Minnesota apprenticeship Initiative activities include outreach and recruitment, co–enrolled program intake, assessment, adult basic education where necessary, wrap–around support services, career guidance, life skills coaching and counseling, structured on–the–job training, competency based technical instruction and state–issued industry–recognized credentials. Guidelines for apprenticeships are outlined in state policy to assist with any questions that WDAs may have in using these funds to serve Minnesotans.
Registered Apprenticeships are considered a part of the continuum of training opportunities of a career pathways system. As such, the establishment of sector strategies within the 6 regions in Minnesota will include available Registered Apprenticeships, of which we have over 200, for training and future development for occupations in demand that lead to family sustaining wages. Registered Apprenticeships are also a part of the Eligible Training Provider List and we continue to look for opportunities to expand the involvement of these opportunities.