Apprenticeships cover a wide range of fields, such as construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and information technology.
Build Your Workforce
During an apprenticeship, participants gain practical experience while receiving educational training related to their chosen profession. Employers gain highly skilled employees trained specifically for the job, increasing productivity and efficiency.
What is an Apprenticeship?
With apprenticeships, you’re in the driver’s seat. You determine the skills and training needed to succeed, and our team helps design a program to meet your needs. Apprentices will learn in the classroom and on-the-job simultaneously, helping you design a customized training program for your employees.
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The median ROI of the apprentices’ productivity was 44.3 percent, which means that every $100 an employer invests in the registered apprenticeship program generates $144.30 in total benefits.
Employer requirements are the foundation of the apprenticeship program. You determine what skills and training employees need to be successful and our team helps design a program to meet your needs.
Structured On-The-Job Learning
Employers identify a mentor to train the apprentice in on-the-job learning. Apprentices can learn directly from your top talent and be immersed into your organizations unique culture.
Related Training & Instruction
Illinois Central College provides the educational component of the Registered Apprenticeship Program. The requirements for the classroom training are determined in advance through collaboration between the employer and our highly trained faculty and staff.
Rewards for Skills Gained
Apprentices receive incremental wage increases to recognize the increase in skills gain.
National Credential Earned
Registered Apprenticeship Programs result in a nationally recognized credential, which guarantees employers that apprentices are fully qualified for their occupation.
Overall, apprenticeships can be a strategic investment, yielding long-term benefits for both the organization and the community.
Discover How Apprenticeships Foster Lasting Change
The Apprenticeship Advantage: Daniel’s Transformational Career Shift
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The Apprenticeship Advantage: Daniel’s Transformational Career Shift
Daniel Mariscal’s educational and career journey has taken a unique path. Initially, he pursued a conventional direction after high school, earning a bachelor’s degree in political science. Having worked in various political positions and witnessing the rapid growth of the information technology field, Daniel sought a chance for better job security. He found this change through Caterpillar’s Secure Software apprenticeship…
ICC Information Technology Apprenticeship Program Seeks Applicants
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ICC Information Technology Apprenticeship Program Seeks Applicants
Illinois Central College (ICC) is now accepting applications to its Information Technology (IT) apprenticeship program. Established in 2019, this ongoing partnership between ICC and local IT employers train participants in high-demand fields while they begin their IT degree or certificate. The program provides students with a clearer pathway to job placement. This program has allowed us to identify passionate and…
Jay, and others, graduate from ICC’s first Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship Cohort
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Jay, and others, graduate from ICC’s first Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship Cohort
ICC recently graduated its first cohort of students through the Industrial Maintenance apprenticeship program. Among the proud graduates was Jay, a single father of three striving to better himself and his family. Jay now works for Caterpillar in Morton as an industrial maintenance technician. “I have come a long way in my time at ICC and am excited to continue…