Benefits of Attending a Registered Apprenticeship Program(RAP)
A Registered Apprenticeship Program(RAP) allows a worker to earn wages while learning and doing industry-relevant productive work. They are given a career path in a high-demand field like the skilled trades while earning portable, nationally-recognized credentials under the supervision of an experienced mentor. The worker’s wages increase as their skills increase. There are three types […]
Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative
West Virginia Women Work is pleased to be a part of the Department Of Labor’s Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative as they commit to expanding, diversifying, and modernizing Registered Apprenticeships to support the success of workers, employers, and communities across the country. The goal is to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in Registered Apprenticeship Programs(RAPs), engage […]
PPE isn’t One Size Fits All
When it comes to Personal Protective Equipment(PPE), one size does not fit all. Especially when it comes to women, PPE needs to fit properly. It can be a challenge when the majority of PPE is designed for men. Women are put at risk when having to use ill-fitted safety gear. There are a couple of […]
What Qualifications are Needed for a Pre-Apprenticeship?
A pre-apprenticeship might be the right choice for your next career move. Maybe you are wondering if you have the right qualifications. Wonder no more: I will explain what most pre-apprenticeships want in a potential participant. Over the age of 18 Pre-apprenticeships usually involve a skilled trade of some sort. They will have safety and […]
What Happens After a Pre-Apprenticeship Program?
You have put in the time and hard work and completed the pre-apprenticeship program, but what comes next? Where do you go after finishing? What options do you have? It might seem overwhelming. Don’t panic, you have several options for the next steps. Let’s go over a few of them. Registered Apprenticeship Program(RAP) If you […]
Benefits of Hiring Someone who Completed a Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Employers looking to hire new employees want to maximize the value of their investment. Investing in an individual who has been through a pre-apprenticeship program can save you time and money. Let’s look at how you can benefit from hiring someone who completed a pre-apprenticeship program. Pre-screened One benefit will be pre-apprenticeship programs will have […]
What to Expect from a Pre-Apprenticeship Program
A pre-apprenticeship program is designed to prepare an individual to enter a Registered Apprenticeship Program(RAP), an On the Job Training (OJT) program, or gain employment. These are the key elements you should expect to find in a quality pre-apprenticeship program. Industry-Based Training The curriculum used in the pre-apprenticeship should be current and in line with […]
What is WVDOH’s OJT Program and How do I Participate
OJT is a joint program between the Federal Highway Administration and the West Virginia Department of Transportation with the goal of addressing the underutilization of women and minorities in the highway construction field by offering training opportunities to learn the necessary skills. The OJT program is not intended, and shall not be used, to discriminate […]
How to Get More Women into Skilled Trades Positions and Increase Retention Rates
Skilled trade careers provide workers with higher earnings and many benefits such as healthcare and retirement savings options. Yet even with these benefits men still outnumber women in these positions 20 to 1. Here are a few ways of getting more women into skilled trades positions and increasing retention rates. Outreach/Recruitment Plan to Get More […]
Why Women are More Likely to Live in Poverty
There are several reasons why women are more likely to live in poverty, but the number one reason is that women get paid less than men. Even when they have had the same training, women only earn on average 82 cents for every dollar, a man earns. This is referred to as the Gender Gap. […]