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Apprenticeship

This training combines classroom instruction with paid, on-the-job training under the supervision of a journey-level craft person or trade professional. Apprenticeships are governed by the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council and administered by the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I).

State Core Indicator Results

 

Employment
Percentage of participants in paid employment four quarters after leaving the program. Employment rate for just those that completed the program in parenthesis. *
83% 
(92%)
Earnings
Median annualized earnings four quarters after leaving the program. Earnings for just those that completed the program in parenthesis.

$75,100
($104,600)

Skills
Percentage of participants who completed the program.
45%
Net Employment Effect
Additional employment rate attributable to the workforce development program. **
1.6%
Net Participant Benefits
Additional yearly earnings attributable to program participation (adjusted for benefits, taxes, and costs of participation). **
$34,500
10-Year Economic Impact
Economy wide 10-Year net economic benefit provided by the workforce development program. **
$4.9 Billion
10-Year Taxpayer Return on Investment
Taxpayer’s 10-Year net return from an investment in the workforce development program. **
$7.80 to 1 

*Includes out-of-state employment data. Does not include self-employment. ** See latest Net Impact Study