Oklahoma Employers
Getting Started
Complete the Business Inquiry Form: Begin by completing the Business Inquiry Form above. This helps our team understand your workforce goals and identify the best next steps for your organization.
Meet with Our Team: We’ll review your inquiry and schedule a time to discuss your workforce needs to determine if apprenticeship is the right fit.
Choose a Model (RAP or CTA): Select the apprenticeship option that best aligns with your organization’s structure and training needs. Download comparison graphic
Develop the Program: Collaborate with our experts and your local CareerTech technology center to design a customized training plan that blends classroom instruction with on-the-job learning.
Sign the Apprenticeship Agreement: We’ll help finalize all documentation and guide you through state or federal registration as needed.
Launch: Begin training your apprentice with the support of CareerTech and your local technology center — building a pipeline of skilled talent ready to grow with your business.
Why Apprenticeship?
Finding the right talent is a challenge; keeping and growing that talent can be even harder. Apprenticeship offers a proven solution.
With the support of Oklahoma CareerTech, employers can design apprenticeship programs tailored to their specific workforce needs. These programs combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled and committed employees who grow with your business.
Why Apprenticeship Works
Custom Training: Build a workforce with the exact skills your business needs — no guesswork.
Reliable Talent Pipeline: Develop a steady flow of skilled workers ready to meet your organization’s needs.
Reduced Turnover and Training Costs: Apprenticeships lower recruiting and onboarding expenses by investing in long-term talent development.
Improved Loyalty and Retention: Apprentices stay. Nationally, 93% of graduates remain with their employer after program completion.
Increased Productivity: Apprentices contribute to your business while they train, adding real value from day one.
Flexible Design: Programs can be customized to fit your timeline, occupation and training provider.
American Manufacturing Apprenticeship Incentive Fund
Manufacturing employers may be eligible for funding through the American Manufacturing Apprenticeship Incentive Fund, an initiative that supports the expansion of apprenticeship programs and strengthens the advanced manufacturing workforce.
A total of $35.8 million has been allocated to support this effort.
Incentive Overview
- $3,500 incentive per apprentice
- Payment is issued after the apprentice successfully completes a 90-day probationary period
- Incentives support:
- Newly enrolled apprentices
- Upskilled incumbent workers
- Eligible former apprentices entering new advanced manufacturing programs
Contact us before applying so we can help ensure a smooth and successful process.
New Sponsors Incentive
The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE) recognizes Registered Apprenticeships as a proven strategy for employers to build sustainable talent pipelines while creating high-wage, in-demand career opportunities for Oklahomans.
To support employers in developing high-quality Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) with support from ODCTE Apprenticeship TEAM. ODCTE invites eligible employers to apply for Apprenticeship Incentive Reimbursement Funds to: Establish NEW Registered Apprenticeship Programs.
Application (Coming Soon)
