The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed a rule that would allow
private entities like employers and trade associations to self-certify apprenticeship programs. These programs would be referred to as "Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs" or IRAPs
What is an IRAP?
IRAPs are "apprenticeship programs" that are not registered with a state or the DOL. IRAPs would be approved by private industry entities and would not fall under the same requirements as current DOL or state registered apprenticeship programs. IRAPs differ significantly from our Registered Joint Apprenticeship Programs... Read More
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