Start a Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Today's workforce challenges require tomorrow's solutions. Tennessee Pre-Apprenticeship Programs help employers connect with future talent early by partnering with schools, workforce organizations, and training providers to prepare individuals for successful careers.
Whether you're building a Registered Apprenticeship Program or simply looking for skilled, motivated employees, Pre-Apprenticeships create a reliable pathway to your workforce.
Employers can follow these steps to start a Pre-Apprenticeship program:
Step 1: Connect with Apprenticeship TN
Meet with your local Apprenticeship Consultant to discuss your workforce goals.
Step 2: Build Partnerships
Work with schools, workforce organizations, community colleges, or training providers to develop a program.
Step 3: Design the Training
Identify occupations, workplace experiences, and the skills participants will need to succeed.
Step 4: Launch Your Program
Recruit participants and begin preparing your future workforce.
Why Should Employers Get Involved?
Partnering with a Pre-Apprenticeship Program helps employers:
- Build a pipeline of future employees
- Connect with motivated, career-ready candidates
- Reduce recruiting and onboarding costs
- Strengthen relationships with schools and workforce partners
- Help shape training that meets your workforce needs
- Support economic growth in your community
- State Certified Pre-Apprenticeship Application
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Checklist
- Data Report Sheet submitted monthly
- Employer Application Process
- Employer's name and contact information
- Employer's name and contact information
- Training curriculum
- Costs
- Strategies for long-term success of the program pipeline
- Meaningful hands-on training that does not displace paid employees
- Evidence as to how the Pre-Apprenticeship will prepare participants for specific Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs)
To Learn More
For more information email Apprenticeship.tn@tn.gov or Submit a Request.