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Train for tomorrow

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ partners with regional employers to design and deliver customized registered apprenticeship programs that meet today’s workforce needs while preparing employees for long-term success.

Why become an apprenticeship sponsor? 

• Develop a reliable talent pipeline
• Reduce recruitment and onboarding costs
• Increase employee retention and loyalty
• Shape training around your specific business needs
• Access state and SUNY financial incentives

Employer incentives (NYSDOL & SUNY)

• $1,000 employer incentive
  When an apprentice is registered for related instruction at a SUNY college within six months of NYSDOL approval
• $500 employer incentive
  For hiring a SUNY community-based pre-apprenticeship completer
• New York state tax credits
  • $2,000 – Year 1
  • $3,000 – Year 2
  • $4,000 – Year 3
  • $5,000 – Year 4
  • $6,000 – Year 5
    (Higher incentives available for disadvantaged youth)

How ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ supports employers

• Program design aligned with NYSDOL standards
• Coordination of required related instruction
• Support navigating registration and compliance
• Connection to pre-apprenticeship and talent pipelines
• Ongoing partnership and workforce planning support