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Abi Parada, a GSRP Teacher Assistant at the Early Learning Center in Grand Rapids, is one of 215+ early educators actively enrolled in an Early Care and Education Registered Apprenticeship Program (ECE RAP). Steepletown Neighborhood Services Inc, the ECE RAP sponsoring agency in Grand Rapids, offers pre-apprenticeship training for people who are new to the ECE sector. This innovative approach helps apprentices thrive in the classroom. “The apprenticeship training program gave me the opportunity to step into a job that I love. Teaching has always been one of my top two choices for a career and this gave me a great way to get started,” Abi said. Learn more about ECE RAPs, Steepletown, and Abi’s experience: https://lnkd.in/eXBW738D #NAW2024 #DecadeOfNAW #ApprenticeshipUSA

Governor Gretchen Whitmer's and Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) have allocated more than $6.1 million in State Apprenticeship Expansion Grant Program awards. This endeavor is dedicated to providing Michiganders with avenues to impactful career trajectories through Registered Apprenticeships. The funding will bolster apprentice preparation and achievements, with a focus on fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by broadening opportunities across unconventional sectors and professions. “Registered Apprenticeships offer practical, hands-on training to help Michiganders develop in-demand skills and ensure businesses have the talent they need to expand right here in Michigan. Together, we will continue funding more low-cost paths to higher education and with the Michigan Guarantee, we can offer every high school graduate the chance to earn an associate’s degree or skills certificate at a community college for free,” said Gov. Whitmer. Learn more via: https://buff.ly/3JHtK0O #MidwestUrbanStrategies #MichiganJobs #ApprenticeshipExpansion #CareerOpportunities #RegisteredApprenticeships #WorkforceDevelopment #SkillsTraining #DiversityandInclusion #EquityinEducation #HigherEducationAccess #MichiganGuarantee #GovWhitmer #CareerDevelopment #SkilledWorkforce #JobTraining #WorkforceEquity #EducationForAll #CommunityCollege #SkillBuilding #EmploymentOpportunities #VocationalTraining #JobSkills

🎉 EDvance College Has Become A Registered ECE Apprenticeship Sponsor! 🎉 This year, with the support of ECEPTS, EDvance College proudly became a Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor. Our Apprenticeship Standards were officially approved by the U.S. Department of Labor for two key roles in early childhood education: Early Childhood Educator (Teacher Child Development Permit Level) and Lead Early Childhood Educator (Master Teacher Child Development Permit Level). Our apprenticeship program creates an earn-and-learn pathway, blending classroom learning with hands-on experience. Student-employees can earn their degrees, gain practical skills, and secure wage increases, all while maintaining financial stability. By aligning our college programs with Registered Apprenticeship Standards, we ensure that both students and employer partners benefit from high-quality, career-advancing opportunities. In addition to serving as a sponsor, EDvance also plays a critical role as the Related Technical Instruction (RTI) Provider for other Registered Apprenticeship programs sponsored by our partners. This allows us to expand our reach and provide specialized instruction across various apprenticeship pathways. We are excited to pilot this program with Felton Institute, one of our dedicated employer partners. Together, we are co-creating a pathway that empowers Felton’s workforce while strengthening our collaboration as a higher education partner. #RegisteredApprenticeship #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECE #EDvanceCollege #HigherEducation #ApprenticeshipSponsor #EarnAndLearn

Come and join VTCT's Mark Child for this webinar on #earlyyears #earlyyearseducation #apprenticeships

Check out this inspiring video by AESA member CESA 8 highlighting how youth apprenticeship programs are transforming the lives of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)! 💡 #AESA #AESAmember #YouthApprenticeships #EducationForAll #UnlockPotential #InclusiveLearning

Across the country, we’re grappling with a shortage of teachers, and Delaware is no exception. Despite concerning figures, Delaware is performing better than other states. According to a 2023 Policy Memo from the U.S. Department of Education, only 3 states experienced any growth in their educator workforce post-pandemic. Delaware led the pack with a 5.1% increase. In its commitment to leading the nation, the state is actively developing more high-quality pathways into teaching. One initiative is the introduction of a Registered Apprenticeship in Teaching. Read more in #DelawareBusiness magazine: https://bit.ly/3UAOXyF By Delaware Department of Education #education #workforcedevelopment #training #DEBiz #jobs #apprenticeships

Transforming Education Through Apprenticeships! 🚀 At GoSprout, we are thrilled about the growing momentum for teaching apprenticeships. Our founder, Carlos Vazquez, deeply influenced by his early experiences in the New York City Teaching Fellows program, is a passionate advocate for these initiatives. With recent governmental support, teaching has been recognized as an apprenticeable profession, opening up pathways for countless potential educators. Teaching apprenticeships merge traditional and vocational education, offering hands-on experience while pursuing a degree. This method not only alleviates the teacher shortage but also brings diverse, well-prepared educators into our schools. As these programs grow, they continue to break down barriers and provide equitable opportunities in education, fulfilling our vision at GoSprout to empower educators and uplift communities through innovative learning models. "Learn how teaching apprenticeships are addressing the teacher shortage and creating opportunities for diverse, skilled educators. Read more below: https://bit.ly/3NfDpxr #EducationInnovation #TeachingApprenticeships #GoSprout #FutureOfEducation

𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 🚀 In this recent CESA 8 produced video, we dive into the incredible journey of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how youth apprenticeship programs provide transformative opportunities for success! 🌟 Learning comes in many forms, and for some students, hands-on experiences are the key to unlocking their potential. Here’s what we learned: • 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝘀: Corbin shares how he thrives in an engaging, hands-on environment despite having ADHD. • 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Ryan discusses how youth apprenticeships help him express his talents, stepping out of his comfort zone as someone on the autism spectrum. • 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Brady emphasizes the importance of gaining real work experience to develop a strong work ethic while managing anxiety. These students remind us that just because you learn differently doesn't mean you don't have abilities! 💪 With the right guidance and support, they can shine in any workplace. Let's embrace a collaborative approach and create career pathways for all our youth! Every student deserves a chance to thrive and build their future. ✨ https://lnkd.in/gaAXAhgx

Why are registered apprenticeships the future of workforce development? These programs combine structured learning with hands-on experience, allowing participants to earn while they learn. At the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship Conference, EIEI highlighted its new apprenticeship for Special Education Paraprofessionals. This program opens doors to Child Development Programs and Educational Support for Children with Disabilities, creating a pathway to meaningful careers. 🔗 Read about this initiative and its impact: https://lnkd.in/eguJbfUF #learntoearn #earlyinterventionservices #workforcedevelopment #careerpathways #childcaresupport #earlyintervention #specialeducation #teacherresources #familyempowerment #earlylearning #specialneedschildren #childdevelopmentprograms #parentingtips #earlyinterventionworks #inclusiveeducation #earlyintervention #specialeducation #diverseabilities #childdevelopment #eceprograms #eieiservices #brighterfutures #empoweringfamilies #supportingeducators #education #autismeducation #specialneedschildren #educatingchildren

“𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰.” – 𝐍𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚 #SkilledTrades are essential to the economic development, growth and maintenance of our society. With the aging workforce of skilled trades workers, it is imperative that there is succession planning in place, beginning with education and programs directed to our youth entering high school. At Brawo Lofthouse, we see firsthand how technical skills and trades are imperative to the manufacturing industry. We support the skilled trades apprenticeship program and, in the past, have donated equipment to the local high school for students to gain hands on experience that may spark an interest towards skills trades. In Ontario, the Ministry of Education (Minister of Education - Todd Smith) has recently updated the curriculum for high school students, introducing a mandatory technological education credit within the first 2 years of high school. They are also strengthening the career courses and programs to focus on working with students to plan their education towards perspective career paths. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬: ➡ 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 – school to work program – lets students explore and work in apprenticeships starting before grade 11 through Co-op education ➡ 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 – Innovative program that lets high school students in grades 11 and 12 focus on a career path that matches their skills and interest concurrently with earning their high school diploma ➡ 𝐂𝐨-𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – Earn credits while completing a work placement in the community - Hands on experience ➡ 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 – High school students can take college courses or apprenticeship training that count towards their high school diploma and post secondary certificate/diploma/degree #Education #Apprenticeship