Discover Missouri’s Leading Apprenticeship Programs
- November 18, 2024
Missouri is setting the national standard with its innovative and comprehensive apprenticeship programs, building a stronger workforce and brighter future for its growing business community. Missouri is home to a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, IT, and construction, requiring workforce solutions that meet urban and rural needs while keeping up with modern technology.
Missouri’s Commitment to Workforce Development Shows in its National Rankings:
- 1st in the United States for Job Growth
- 2nd in the United States for On-the-Job Training Participants
- 3rd in the United States for Completed Apprenticeships
- 3rd in the United States for Active Apprenticeships
These rankings reflect the state’s dedication to preparing a skilled workforce through innovative, hands-on training programs that connect Missourians to high-paying, in-demand careers. As a top state for apprenticeships, Missouri’s focus on partnerships with businesses, educators, and communities ensures continued growth and success in shaping the future of its workforce.
Registered Apprenticeship programs enable employers to develop and train their future workforce while offering career seekers affordable paths to secure high-paying jobs. Registered Apprenticeships can also help employers:
- Recruit and develop a diverse and highly skilled workforce that helps grow their business.
- Improve productivity, profitability, and an employer’s bottom line.
- Create flexible training options that ensure workers develop the right skills.
- Receive tax credits and employee tuition benefits in participating states.
- Increase staff loyalty and retention of workers, during and following the apprenticeship.
The Zumwalt Apprenticeships Program is one example of Missouri’s innovative approach to apprenticeships. The program, recognized by Missouri Governor Mike Parson, integrates high school education with hands-on industry experience. This initiative allows Missouri students in St. Charles County to engage in practical training across various occupations, including commercial cabinet assembly, machine operation, and health support services.
Participants receive classroom instruction alongside real-world experience, preparing them for successful careers. Notably, students are registered with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Recognized Apprenticeship Program, enabling them to earn college credits toward certification through St. Charles Community College. This program addresses the skills gap in technical jobs and equips students with the competencies needed for the workforce.
Seyer Industries, a leader in military and commercial aviation flight subsystems and ground support equipment, was honored by the German American Chamber of Commerce with a National Apprenticeship Award for its well-structured, holistic approach to the development of apprentices. The company’s new apprentice training center, “The Seyer Learning Center,” demonstrates its strong commitment to creating valuable career pathways in the U.S. through German-style apprenticeships.