The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) approved the first nationally registered K-12 teacher apprenticeship program in January 2022, opening the door to a rapidly growing pathway for prospective teachers. DOL has now approved registered teacher apprenticeships in more than 30 states. Kentucky’s first program is registered through the Kentucky Career Center, which is operated by the state’s Office of Employer and Apprenticeship Services.
What is teacher apprenticeship?
Teacher apprenticeship is an “earn and learn” pathway to a teaching credential that provides structured, paid, on-the-job learning experiences combined with job-related technical instruction and mentorship. Teacher candidates serving as apprentices are paid by their employer while they participate in the program, helping to make their pathway into the profession more affordable.
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Contact KDE Division Director Veda Stewart for more information about registered teacher apprenticeships.
