Starting an Apprenticeship

This post outlines common apprenticeship challenges—time management, mentorship gaps, unclear progression, theory-practice disconnect, administrative burden, and mental health pressures—and practical fixes for each. It highlights structured communication, clear milestones, and supportive networks, while showing how Craft Connect’s tracking, dashboards, and reporting reduce friction and keep apprentices on track.

Four myths prevent organizations from launching apprenticeships. Learn why CTE programs are apprenticeship-ready, college credit is possible, and starting small works.

Workforce development is full of acronyms that can make anyone's head spin. This glossary breaks down 17 essential terms so you can confidently navigate apprenticeships.

Discover how the Craft Apprenticeship Masterclass Playbook helps CTE leaders bridge the gap between existing programs and formal apprenticeships—unlocking funding and student success.

Discover expert answers to top questions on employer partnerships and apprenticeships. Learn frameworks, case studies, and actionable strategies for sustainable workforce programs.

Learn how to build audit-ready rubrics that connect daily tasks to competencies, simplify compliance, and boost apprenticeship program outcomes.

Post Summary: Learn how to celebrate Workforce Development Month, track outcomes, and use tools like Craft to show real impact for job seekers and programs.

Intermediaries help small employers access apprenticeships, standardize training, and automate compliance, driving workforce growth and measurable success.

Learn how to choose between USDOL and SAA apprenticeship registration. Explore timelines, compliance, and support to find the best fit for your program’s goals.

5 signs your apprenticeship program has outgrown spreadsheets: version control chaos, reporting nightmares, security risks & more. See how Craft helps programs achieve 95%+ rates.

EPPs need more than basic tracking. Our buyer's guide reveals 5 essential features for apprenticeship platforms - from compliance automation to zero-cost onboarding. See why Craft delivers.

Craft Connect revolutionizes cross-state apprenticeships with unified data, automated compliance, and scalable tools, empowering programs like Talent Together to thrive.

Craft Education: Fast setup, free access, and AI for DOL forms. Launch your apprenticeship program with less hassle.

The recently released America’s Talent Strategy: Building the Workforce for the Golden Age lays out an ambitious plan to transform how the U.S. prepares its workforce for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Discover why apprenticeship programs choose Craft over spreadsheets for better data integrity, compliance, and outcomes. Book a demo today!

Compare Craft's free, scalable platform with ApprentiScope's paid model. Discover why Craft excels in compliance, support, and outcomes for apprenticeships.

Compare Craft's free platform with GoSprout's paid model for apprenticeship management. Discover pricing, features, and outcomes in our quick guide

Explore Craft's free data-driven apprenticeship tools vs Apprentix's compliance services. Uncover pricing, features, and strategic insights to elevate your program in 2025.

Discover how Craft empowers EPP apprenticeship tracking with compliance automation, real-time analytics, multi-partner coordination, and unlimited scalability—transforming programs into strategic workforce assets.