Registered Apprenticeship Best Practices and Lessons Learned

Registered apprenticeships pair paid, hands-on work with classroom lessons to grow dependable talent. In this Inside IALR episode, host Caleb Ayers talks with:Natori Neal – Apprenticeship Coordinator, IALR’s EXTRA programJenny Spitzer – Co-owner, Spitzer Inc. (electrical contractors)Josh Arnold – Master Electrician and lead instructor at SpitzerJacob Oakes – Second-year electrical apprenticeThey share insights on:How a registered apprenticeship is structured, from day-one wages to a journeyman credentialBuilding curriculum around the employer’s real work Why covering tuition and books helps apprentices focus and stayChoosing the right mentors Starting with small cohorts to emphasize quality over head-countUtilizing the free support from IALR’s EXTRA program for designing, funding and sustaining apprenticeship programs The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation in Southern Virginia. Our services, programs and offerings are diverse, impactful and far reaching. Get updates from IALR on other channels: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Email NewsletterNews Stories