NC Career Launch (NCCL) offers employers a supported system to develop skilled talent through Registered Apprenticeship Programs, providing a proven solution for workforce development in North Carolina's growing job market. By engaging students while still in high school through Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, employers can cultivate talent early and shape their future workforce according to industry needs.

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Apprenticeship ROI for Employers

  • For every $1 invested in apprenticeship, employers receive an average return of $1.47 in increased productivity
  • 91% of apprentices remain employed with their training company after completion
  • Employers report an average $8,000 per year in productivity gains for each apprentice hired
  • Reduction in recruitment costs averaging $14,000 per apprentice after accounting for program costs
  • 50% reduction in worker compensation costs due to improved safety training

 

Benefits to NCCL Employer Partners

  • Zero tuition costs for pre-apprentices and registered apprentices
  • Funding support for training and testing not covered by CTE/dual enrollment
  • Mentor training and $500 mentor stipend for each apprentice
  • Administrative support for RAP development and implementation
  • Comprehensive training
  • Up to $1,500 in human resources and onboarding support
  • Wage subsidies if the student is WIOA-eligible
  • Dedicated technical assistance for program development and implementation
  • HR support to build and launch your apprenticeship program
  • Community of Practice for ongoing support and learning
  • Employer Advisory Council (EAC) guidance
  • Built-in pipeline for skilled talent

 

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