Resources & Support for the South Dakota Apprenticeship Program
Wherever you are in the Registered Apprenticeship process, we have the resources and support for you.
Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) offer a successful workforce training model and a wide variety of apprenticeable occupations. Start Today SD has resources available to support training costs of RAPs. We’ve outlined funding options below.
DEVELOP
These one-time incentives for up to $15,000 are for applicants looking to become a Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor by developing a NEW Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employers, education or training providers, community organizations, or industry associations are encouraged to apply.
APPLY
EXPAND
These one-time incentives for up to $10,000 are for sponsors already registered with U.S. DOL who want to expand their program to include additional occupation(s). ONLY current Registered Apprenticeship sponsors are eligible to apply.
APPLY
Training Support
Start Today SD will support apprenticeships by reimbursing businesses and sponsors for training costs including related instruction (education) and on-the-job learning (wages) costs of the apprenticeship and by providing incentives to apprentices and mentors.
APPLYCohort Two funding for the Registered Apprenticeship Program Development and Expansion Incentives is now open.
Interested in Registered Apprenticeship Incentives or Financial Support?
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The tools and guidance below will assist in your understanding of RAPs, what your responsibility is as a sponsor, as well as assist you in designing your program and vision for your RAP. Please review if applying for incentive funding.
Entities applying for incentive funding are encouraged to review.
START TODAY SD POLICIES
Registered Apprenticeship Policy 5.51
Provides an outline of the National Apprenticeship System, Required RAP Components, and other details about RAPs.
Start Today SD Financial Services Policy
Outlines the Start Today SD funding, including any requirements, expectations, and documentation needed.
SPONSOR REQUIREMENTS
Apprenticeship Sponsors Reference Guide
The U.S. DOL Reference Guide for Apprenticeships Detailing Sponsor Requirements for Registered Apprenticeships will walk you through the federal requirements of sponsoring a program and what sponsors are responsible for.
