Registered Apprenticeship Programs enable and energize more employers to participate and provide them access to larger talent pools that have been trained for entry-level to management positions, thereby meeting industry demands and reducing unemployment rates across the country.  Key elements of all Registered Apprenticeship programs include the following: - Industry Led - Programs are industry-vetted and approved to ensure alignment with industry standards and that apprentices are trained for highly skilled, high-demand occupations. - Paid Job -  Apprenticeships are jobs! Apprentices earn progressive wage as their skills and productivity increase. - Structured On-the-Job Learning/Mentorship - Programs provide structured on-the-job training to prepare for a successful career, which includes instruction from an experienced mentor. - Supplemental Education - Apprentices are provided supplemental classroom education based on the employers unique training needs to ensure quality and success. - Diversity - Programs are designed to reflect the communities in which they operate through strong non-discrimination, anti-harassment, and recruitment practices to ensure access, equity, and inclusion. - Quality & Safety - Apprentices are afforded worker protections while receiving rigorous training to equip them with the skills they need to succeed and the proper training and supervision they need to be safe. - Credentials - Apprentices earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within their industry.