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Chancellor's Proclamation Recognizing National Apprenticeship Week
The California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office is proud to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, an annual celebration of this proven path to fulfilling careers. National Apprenticeship Week runs April 27 - May 2, and recognizes the key role the 116 California community colleges have in ensuring all Californians can benefit from high‑quality education and career opportunities.
California apprenticeship programs represent the future of California’s innovative economy, and our education systems are at the forefront of not only ensuring apprentices have the knowledge base necessary for in-demand jobs, but also to inspire lifelong learning that may lead to advancement in their careers.
Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction to prepare workers for highly skilled careers and have proven an effective model in preparing American workers to compete in today’s economy. While apprenticeship programs were initially built for industries such as construction and manufacturing, apprenticeships are now instrumental for training and career preparedness in growing and emerging industries throughout the state, including education, information technology, and culinary arts.
The Chancellors Office provides funding through the California Apprenticeship Initiative (CAI) New and Innovative (N&I) Grant Program to create or bolster apprenticeship opportunities in priority and emerging industry sectors or areas in which apprenticeship training is not fully established or does not exist. In addition, the Chancellors Office allocates funds through the Related and Supplemental Reimbursement (RSI) Program for the purpose of reimbursing Community College Districts (CCD) and K-12 local education agencies (LEA) for the attendance of apprentices enrolled in any class maintained by a CCD or K-12 LEA pursuant to Section 3074 of the Labor Code.
Contact us at Apprenticeship@CCCCO.edu for more information.
Success Stories
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Student Success Stories
The California Community Colleges will provide you with life-changing opportunities and a clear path to your goals, whether it’s transferring to a four-year college or university or seeking the job-training skills that can help you move up the career ladder. Read about apprenticeship and other student success stories.
Initiatives
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Apprenticeship: Return on Investment (PDF) 2026
California is expanding apprenticeship as a core workforce strategy, with a statewide goal of serving 500,000 apprentices by 2030. The California Community Colleges system is heavily investing in new and existing apprenticeship programs because they benefit students, employers, colleges, and government. Students earn wages while learning, avoid debt, and gain equitable access to high‑wage careers. Employers gain reliable, customized talent pipelines with higher retention and lower training costs. Community colleges strengthen their programs through direct employer input and serve as regional economic engines. State and local governments benefit from increased tax revenue, reduced social service costs, and a stronger workforce. -
California Regional Intermediary Report, A Scalable Solution for Regional Apprenticeship Expansion (PDF) 2024
California's regional intermediaries, such as LAUNCH, NCAN, AND SCAN, offer scalable solutions for apprenticeship expansion by bridging and connecting education, industry, support service providers, government, labor and other apprenticeship stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and reducing employer administrative burdens. Their successful models align apprenticeship programs with local needs, providing valuable blueprints for nationwide, employer-centric apprenticeship regional ecosystems. -
Replicating and Scaling Regional Intermediary Networks (PDF) 2024
This report provides a comprehensive guide to replicating and scaling Californias regional apprenticeship intermediary networks. It offers actionable insights on how these networks can streamline employer engagement, foster inclusivity, and align educational programs with industry needs, serving as a powerful blueprint for expanding apprenticeship programs beyond state borders. -
The State of Apprenticeships in California, Growth and Learnings from the Golden State (PDF) 2024
This report analyzes the current apprenticeship landscape, identifies promising practices, and recommends strategies to expand access, equity, and economic opportunity for California through apprenticeships. -
New Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship Initiatives
Apprenticeship initiatives develop a skilled workforce to meet the needs of employers and create career pathways for job seekers.
Resources
Division Apprenticeship Standards
The California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) consults with employers to develop a skilled workforce with viable career pathways to increase productivity and strengthen our economy.
MIS Reporting
Recipients of 18-191 and 18-195 grants will complete grant reporting in our MIS system.
NOVA
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NOVA Help Videos
View instructional videos or submit a support request.
Legislative Information
Read the State Education Code on Industry, Internship, Apprenticeship, and Preapprenticeship Programs in partnership with the California Community Colleges.
RSI Payment History
Find Apportionment Reports and related information.
Webinars
Explore webinars from WEDD, CCCCO and POST.
Foundation for Community Colleges
Learn about the Foundation for Community College’s California Apprenticeship Initiative.
California Workforce Development Board
Read about the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB), their initiatives, resources, and current job openings. CWDB may provide additional apprenticeship funding sources.
Employment Training Panel (ETP)
The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides funding to employers to assist in upgrading the skills of their workers through training that leads to good paying, long-term jobs. ETP may be able to provide additional funding for RSI programs.
Earning By Learning
A Toolkit for Developing, Launching and Sustaining Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) in PK12 Teaching in California. California Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in PK12 Teaching Learning Community is launching soon, with the first session on March 24. This learning community is intended for stakeholders interested in designing and implementing RAPs in teaching in California, including districts, county offices of education, unions, institutions of higher education and community partners. You can register for the quarterly sessions here.
Virtual Office Hours
The Workforce & Economic Development Apprenticeship Team offers virtual office hours to assist with grant questions or issues. Stop by with your questions or just pop in to say hello! Hours are open, so feel free to join and stay only as long as needed.
Office Hours:
2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month between the hours of 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
Meeting ID: 837 5257 7222
