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IT Apprentice Alvaro Moreno on Making Apprenticeship Simpler
Patrick Cushing
July 19, 2024
Interview

On the latest edition of Making Apprenticeship Simpler interviews, Patrick interviews IT apprentice Alavaro Moreno of Florida on how to improve communication and consistency in apprenticeships.

Electrical apprentice Ethan Duquette on Making Apprenticeship Simpler
Patrick Cushing
July 5, 2024
Interview

Welcome to another instance of our Making Apprenticeship Simpler interviews, where we ask stakeholders from all corners of the apprenticeship sphere how to make apprenticeship simpler. Today, we're thrilled to have our first apprentice join the conversation, Ethan Duquette, an IEC apprentice based in Austin, Texas. Ethan shares his personal journey from high school graduate to embarking on a rewarding apprenticeship in the electrical trade. He highlights the pivotal role of mentorship and the simplicity of the application process, while also discussing the challenges of visibility in apprenticeship opportunities.

Coreen Blaylock on Making Apprenticeship Simpler
Patrick Cushing, Cory Blaylock
June 25, 2024
Interview

Welcome back to Workhands Interviews. In today’s episode, we were joined by Cory Blaylock, director of workforce partnerships at IPC International. Cory shared fascinating insights into the challenges and solutions in managing nationwide apprenticeships. She highlighted the complexities of dealing with state-specific regulations and the need for a standardized process to simplify training across multiple states. More importantly, Cory discussed the strategic use of tools to ease the documentation and compliance burden, making it smoother for employers of all sizes to implement effective apprenticeship programs. Thanks for tuning in, and we look forward to more enlightening discussions like hers on our podcast.

Bhavani Arabandi on Making Apprenticeship Simpler
Patrick Cushing, Bhavani Arabadi
June 12, 2024
Interview

Bhavani Arabandi, from the Urban Institute, discusses changing the narrative around college for all as being the top thing that can be done to make apprenticeships simpler.

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Registering Apprenticeships

How to register an apprenticeship program with the DOL

This article covers the details of how to input your program into Standards Builder for apprenticeships registered in Office of Apprenticeship (OA) states.
Katie Carnevale
Katie Carnevale
July 25, 2024
WorkHands Updates

Officially announcing the launch of the WorkHands blog!

Announcing the launch of the WorkHands blog as part of furthering WorkHands' mission to Make Apprenticeship Simpler.
WorkHands
WorkHands
July 16, 2024
Running an Apprenticeship

Register your own apprenticeship? Or work with an intermediary?

Should your organization work with an intermediary for your apprenticeship? Almost certainly, but here are the pros and cons to help you answer that question.
Katie Carnevale
Katie Carnevale
July 11, 2024
WorkHands Updates

What's new on WorkHands in Q2 2024?

WorkHands launched the blog, bulk time card actions, support for multiple courses for a single RSI, and inactive occupations this quarter.
The WorkHands Team
The WorkHands Team
July 9, 2024
Reviews

Apprenticeships for America: your apprenticeship legislative mentor

Apprenticeships for America is a resource to anyone looking to better understand, and impact, apprenticeship-related legislation.
Patrick Cushing
Patrick Cushing
July 2, 2024
Definitions

How to speak apprenticeship, part 1

New to apprenticeship? Here are the core terms that define how an apprenticeship works, often outlined in apprenticeship standards.
Patrick Cushing
Patrick Cushing
June 27, 2024
Opinion

Why do we need more apprenticeship programs, anyways?

The U.S. needs more apprenticeships to serve the 60% of Americans that do not have a college degree. Apprenticeships are also a bipartisan solution that addresses both runaway college costs and the so called skills gap.
Patrick Cushing
Patrick Cushing
June 20, 2024
Running an Apprenticeship

Challenges of Managing an Apprenticeship Program

Explore the key challenges of managing an apprenticeship program, from balancing work and training to adapting to changing industry needs, and discover strategies to enhance program effectiveness.
Joshua Monge
Joshua Monge
June 18, 2024
Running an Apprenticeship

What to consider when logging apprenticeship OJT hours

Learn how to streamline the complex process of logging apprenticeship hours with practical tips and digital solutions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Joshua Monge
Joshua Monge
June 6, 2024
Running an Apprenticeship

Top time-consuming activities when running an apprenticeship

Apprenticeships, like anything worth doing, can be time-consuming. Here are the top most time-consuming apprenticeship activities.
Patrick Cushing
Patrick Cushing
June 4, 2024