Apprenticeship Funding Sources

Opportunities for Funding Apprenticeship Programs

The return on investment for apprenticeship has been shown to be as much as $1.44 for every dollar spent. Additional funding support can help get programs off the ground and sustain them.

The federal government has invested heavily in promoting and supporting registered apprenticeship. For all of the potential sources of funding below, the apprenticeship must be registered by either the state or federal approving agency. For more information on how to register your apprenticeship program, see our FAQs. Although starting a registered apprenticeship program does not guarantee that your agency will receive funding support, your program must be registered to be eligible for funding opportunities as they become available.

Support for Apprentices

Apprenticeship is a great recruitment tool and can be enhanced by promoting opportunities for direct support to apprentices. Supplemental stipends and services can provide additional support for apprentices while they progress through the program.