What kind of financial assistance can employers receive to establish apprenticeship programs?
State funds are available through the Arkansas Department of Workforce Education for improving and enhancing traditional apprenticeship programs in Arkansas. Two options are available – funds may be awarded for each hour of instruction delivered to a class or for each hour of instruction received by an apprentice. How can employers get more details about establishing an apprenticeship program? A representative of the BAT or the State Apprenticeship Office (SAO) will be happy to explain in detail how the apprenticeship program works. They can also help in developing a training program to fit an employer’s specific needs and can act as a liaison to local educational institutions that can provide classroom or related instruction.
