Apprenticeship

HII Celebrates 200 Graduates of The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School

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Saturday, March 18, 2023
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 200 graduates of the company’s Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 200 graduates of the company’s Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS).
  • "Newport News Shipbuilding graduates: You build America, you run America, you are the backbone of America, and we are so proud of you,” Youngkin said.
  • “As Governor of Virginia, it's never been clearer that the road to American exceptionalism runs right through your classrooms and dry docks.
  • The Apprentice School accepts more than 200 apprentices per year.

Crypto's Got Talent: “The Next Crypto Gem” TV Show Announces Media Partnership with Luna PR

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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LA, California, March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Get ready to mine some entertainment gold as cryptocurrency finally takes the spotlight on the small screen. “The Next Crypto Gem”, a first-of-its-kind competitive reality show, is set to rock the world of crypto and captivate audiences worldwide. Helmed by seasoned producers, the show features a dazzling lineup of celebrity judges, business bigwigs, and crypto influencers, all eager to unearth the next big thing in the fast-evolving world of digital assets. Utilizing a format reminiscent of legendary predecessors Shark Tank, The Voice, and The Apprentice, this groundbreaking series promises to dazzle, educate, and entertain like never before!

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  • “The Next Crypto Gem”, a first-of-its-kind competitive reality show, is set to rock the world of crypto and captivate audiences worldwide.
  • In addition, as a prize sponsor, the winning project of “The Next Crypto Gem” will receive 1 month of free Public Relations services from Luna PR.
  • "I'm looking forward to being a part of The Next Crypto Gem as a media partner and advisor.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with Luna PR,” comments Hourglass Co-Chair and Next Crypto Gem Executive Producer Jett Tang.

Media Advisory – Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School to Host Commencement Ceremony for 200 Graduates

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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Confirmation of media attendance is required.

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  • Confirmation of media attendance is required.
  • Please RSVP by noon on Thursday, March 16 to:
    The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School accepts more than 200 apprentices per year.
  • The school offers four- to eight-year, tuition-free apprenticeships in 19 trades and eight optional advanced programs.
  • Apprentices work a 40-hour week and are paid for all work, including time spent in academic classes.

The Fiber Broadband Association Joins Broadband Workforce Development Leadership at TIRAP in Quest to Ramp Nationwide Fiber Optic Training

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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TIRAP Advisory Committee members are instrumental in the development and growth of registered apprenticeships in the broadband industry.

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  • TIRAP Advisory Committee members are instrumental in the development and growth of registered apprenticeships in the broadband industry.
  • “Working with initiatives like TIRAP help the fiber broadband industry fill a much-needed pipeline of trained individuals in long-lasting telecom careers.
  • FBA developed its Optical Telecom Installer Certification (OpTIC Path™) program to train fiber technicians to build fiber broadband infrastructure, and it remains the most comprehensive fiber workforce training program available.
  • She also leads FBA’s partnerships with organizations like WIA and TIRAP that advance workforce training for broadband and 5G technicians.

Workforce, Impact Investors Back National Nonprofit Focused on Scaling Apprenticeships

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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WASHINGTON, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apprenticeships for America (AFA), a national nonprofit focused on expanding apprenticeship programs nationwide, today announced that it has secured new support from the Walton Family Foundation, Ascendium Education Group, Schmidt Futures, Schultz Family Foundation, and the James Irvine Foundation. The organization, founded in 2022 with the support of Strada Education Network and ECMC Foundation, is focusing attention on the crucial role played by intermediaries in scaling apprenticeships across the economy.

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  • The organization, founded in 2022 with the support of Strada Education Network and ECMC Foundation, is focusing attention on the crucial role played by intermediaries in scaling apprenticeships across the economy.
  • We're grateful to our growing network of supporters for helping us realize our vision to expand awareness and support for apprenticeship intermediaries."
  • "We're supporting Apprenticeships for America because they're bringing together a diverse range of education and workforce leaders to build a stronger network of intermediaries across the country.
  • This important work will elevate apprenticeships to their rightful place as a foundational pillar of the American education and training ecosystem."

Leading Educationalist Reacts to the DfE Plans to Create Teaching Degree Apprenticeships

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Mr Caller has considerable experience in recruiting teachers for residential private tutoring jobs and is more than qualified to comment on the new teaching degree apprenticeship plans recently unveiled by the Department of Education (DfE).

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  • Mr Caller has considerable experience in recruiting teachers for residential private tutoring jobs and is more than qualified to comment on the new teaching degree apprenticeship plans recently unveiled by the Department of Education (DfE).
  • To encourage more applicants into the profession, the DfE plans to work with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education to develop a new degree and QTS (qualified teacher status) awarding apprenticeship.
  • Mr Caller is not wholly against the government’s plans to offer those without teaching degrees a route into teaching but expressed some reservations:
    “Having a teaching degree doesn’t mean someone is a good teacher.
  • Just as not having a teaching degree doesn’t necessarily mean someone is a bad teacher.

FULLERTON COLLEGE INTRODUCES FIRST DRONE PILOTING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM IN UNITED STATES

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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FULLERTON, Calif., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- There's something in the air, and it's a new drone workforce. Fullerton College launched the first-of-its-kind Hornet Drone Piloting Apprenticeship Program, and it's focused on providing opportunities for underrepresented communities and developing skills for a workforce from all over the region.

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  • Fullerton College launched the first-of-its-kind Hornet Drone Piloting Apprenticeship Program, and it's focused on providing opportunities for underrepresented communities and developing skills for a workforce from all over the region.
  • Fullerton College launches first  drone piloting registered apprenticeship program to ready tomorrow's workforce.
  • The U.S. Department of Labor and the California Department of Apprenticeship Standards recently registered this apprenticeship as the flagship U.S. college program.
  • "This program provides a definable opportunity to help further develop the workforce of tomorrow," said Jay Seidel, Fullerton College professor and director of the Fullerton Drone Lab.

IEC Pennsylvania Apprenticeship Program Addresses Shortage of Electricians

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IEC Pennsylvania, the state chapter of Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), announced it will be accepting applications February 15-23 for its next electrical apprenticeship class which begins this fall. The program is fulfilling a critical need, as more electricians are retiring than entering the field while demand for electricians is growing.

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  • The program is fulfilling a critical need, as more electricians are retiring than entering the field while demand for electricians is growing.
  • The program is registered with the U.S. Department of Labor and Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council.
  • Applicants for IEC Pennsylvania's apprenticeship program must be age 17 or over and have a high school diploma or their GED.
  • Pre-apprentices gain hands-on experience in the field and opportunities to shadow electricians as they prepare for the apprenticeship program.

Apprentice.io CEO, Angelo Stracquatanio, Invited to the Join Forbes Technology Council

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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The Council committee invited Angelo to join the elite group of tech leaders based on the depth and diversity of his experience and knowledge as a senior-level technology executive.

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  • The Council committee invited Angelo to join the elite group of tech leaders based on the depth and diversity of his experience and knowledge as a senior-level technology executive.
  • "We are honored to welcome Angelo Stracquatanio into the community," said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Technology Council.
  • Angelo looks forward to driving the adoption of modern technology in life sciences manufacturing by sharing his deep industry insights featured in Forbes articles and collaborating with fellow Council leaders on expert panels.
  • Angelo looks forward to sharing his deep industry expertise further while on the Forbes Technology Council member.

Drexel University building cybersecurity talent pool through Registered Apprenticeship program

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Career training to prepare individuals for high-demand jobs as cybersecurity support technicians is underway at Drexel University through a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council (PATC).

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  • Cybersecurity support technicians play an essential role in safeguarding all aspects of their employers' information technology (IT) systems.
  • Drexel's apprenticeship program comes at a time when demand is soaring for cybersecurity workers.
  • Training for cybersecurity support technicians delivered by Drexel follows National Guideline Standards for the job role developed by CompTIA and approved by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL).
  • The registration and development of Drexel Universities Cybersecurity Support Technician program is supported by the Apprenticeship and Training Office within the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.