Hire an Apprentice

Apprenticeships cover a wide range of fields, such as construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and information technology.

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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.

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Benefits

  • Highly skilled employees
  • Tailored training
  • Competitive pool of applicants
  • Upskill incumbent workers
  • Cost saving for recruitment
  • Employee loyalty and retention
  • Tax credits possible for Registered Apprenticeship Programs

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Employer Involvement

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

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Office of Apprenticeships

Arbor Hall
Peoria Campus
Mon – Fri: 8 am – 4:30 pm