Workforce System Alignment with Registered Apprenticeship: Promising Practices for State and Local Boards

Workforce System Alignment with Registered Apprenticeship: Promising Practices for State and Local Boards

Based on research and assessments conducted by the Center of Excellence, Center subject matter experts provided a deep dive into understanding Registered Apprenticeship (RA) and workforce system alignment, the knowledge gaps that exists, and an analysis of how states are aligning their Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) state plans with RA. Following this portion of the presentation, James Disbro, Senior Director of Regional Alignment & Programs Development for CareerSource Suncoast, discussed Florida’s apprenticeship expansion efforts. Mr. Disbro focused on elements of integration such as a Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) serving as an RA program sponsor, collaboration with U.S. Department of Labor intermediaries, ways to increase RA programs within the area, engagement with post-secondary institutions, and funding opportunities to support RA. 

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Missouri Association of Workforce Development (MAWD) 2025 Annual Conference

Missouri Association of Workforce Development (MAWD) 2025 Annual Conference

MAWD is a statewide organization representing the states’ career and technical training, and workforce development professionals. Focused on workforce development professionals within the state of Missouri, attendees included workforce development professionals from local workforce boards, apprenticeship system staff, partner organizations, community-based organizations, and educational institutions including community and technical colleges. 

Center Subject Matter Expert, Haylie Schuster, hosted an interactive workshop at MAWD’s annual convening on “Local Workforce Development Boards: Forging the Future Through Alignment with Registered Apprenticeship.” Participants learned about the key components of workforce system alignment with Registered Apprenticeship (RA), the benefits of aligning workforce systems with RA programs, and practical strategies and actionable ideas to build or strengthen workforce system integration with RA.

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COABE 2025 National Conference

COABE 2025 National Conference

The COABE 2025 national conference is the world’s largest adult education conference where you access new best practices and receive targeted training from national level speakers. Fifteen state-of-the-art strands, comprised of nearly 500 breakout sessions were offered over 3-4 days, providing valuable, state-of-the-art training that participants took back to their adult education program!

Center subject matter experts were onsite providing Registered Apprenticeship Technical Assistance and presenting the workshop, "Bridging the Gap: Empowering Adult Learners through Registered and Pre-Apprenticeship Programs."

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National Association of Workforce Boards: The Forum

National Association of Workforce Boards Forum

The Forum is the nation’s premier annual workforce development conference, hosted by the National Association of Workforce Boards. This transformative event brought together thought leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to address the challenges and opportunities of today’s evolving economy. Attendees collaborated with workforce development professionals, business leaders, educators, economists, and HR experts to build a resilient economy that uplifts workers and their families. Attendees explored innovative strategies, shared best practices, and engaged in meaningful discussions to drive change and move the needle forward in workforce development.