What is National Apprenticeship Week?

NAW is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry representatives, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and Federal, State, and Local government agencies host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship for strengthening our economy by developing a highly skilled workforce to meet industry needs, creating pathways for career seekers to catapult into good jobs, and advancing racial and gender equity.  https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week

MHHCWB celebrates 8 years as a MA Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor!

MHHCWB was approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Apprentice Standards (“DAS”) as a Registered Apprenticeship (RAP) Sponsor in June 2016. MHHCWB has served continuously in the Sponsor role for the past eight (8) years. MHHCWB is presently serving as a Sponsor of Record and an intermediary for several private sector employers in healthcare and behavioral health and manufacturing industries.  In that role, MHHCWB is managing the implementation of the Standards, and utilizing the Division of Apprentice Standards online application for all registration and reporting requirements.  MHHCWB has registered over 500 apprentices (all occupations) in collaboration with 21 employers in MA.  74% of the registered apprentices have successfully completed the Work Process and Related Technical Instruction associated with the DAS approved occupations. Massachusetts has a rich history of successful registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) in expansion industries within healthcare and manufacturing sector occupations.