Webinar Recap: Building Connections Between Higher Education & Apprenticeship

Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues. Apprenticeship degrees are a hot topic. But many states are still working on how to bring together higher education and apprenticeships. On 4/14/2026, AFA hosted a webinar with their partners Education Northwest exploring how research can drive progress to do just that. Drawing on Education Northwest’s work in Washington State, this session covers how research informs solutions to create stronger, credit-bearing pathways for registered apprentices and postsecondary students. Hear from state leaders in Washington and other states about policy tools and practical solutions, and the research that underpins these approaches. Attendees will see how this evidence has informed collaborative discussions and guided practical strategies for designing pathways that benefit learners, employers, and institutions alike.