SUNY Apprenticeship Program

SUNY Registered Apprenticeship Program

Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC), through the State University of New York (SUNY), is leading the expansion of Registered Apprenticeships across New York State in partnership with the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL).

MVCC serves as the fiscal team lead for this grant in Advanced Manufacturing and other non-construction sectors, helping ensure funding reaches employers and apprentices throughout the state.

Building New York's Workforce

This initiative connects employers to the NYSDOL Registered Apprenticeship program and provides funding to support training, education, and long-term workforce development. Employers receive financial assistance to cover the related instruction costs of their apprentices, strengthening their teams while investing in the future.

Eligible Sectors

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Other non-construction industries (including culinary trades, childcare assistants, and more)

Who Can Participate?

Nearly every employer in New York State outside of the construction trades may qualify. Many apprenticeship trades are already established, and new trades can be developed to meet specific workforce needs.

Our Goal

To develop, support, and sustain high-quality apprenticeship programs across New York State, creating pathways for students, strengthening employers, and building regional economies.

• Employers
• Students/Apprentices
• SUNY Colleges

Companies in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, IT/cybersecurity/artificial intelligence, and other sectors outside of the construction trades. 

Learn more about Employer Participation

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Are you 18 years old or older? Finishing your high school degree/equivalent or an older adult looking to start an apprenticeship?

• Get paid as you work and learn.
• Broaden your skill sets and receive real life work experience.
• Receive a certificate/college degree that is transferable and recognized all across the U.S.

Learn more about Student Participation

Any SUNY community college is eligible to receive funding through this grant. Please contact the MVCC Apprenticeship Team, and we will guide you step-by-step through the application and invoicing process.

SUNY Apprenticeship Program Steps for Funding

Map of SUNY Campuses

What is an apprenticeship?

Courtesy of Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship

Why choose an apprenticeship?

Employers

• Workforce has a genuine interest in your industry
• Higher productivity, employee retention rates and substantial returns on investment
• Funding available to offset training costs
• Tax incentives & additional funding available through NYSDOL

Students/Apprentices

• No/little student loan debt upon completion.
• Get paid as you work and learn.
• Broaden your skill sets and receive real-life work experience.
• Receive a certificate/college degree that is transferable and recognized all across the U.S.

Parents

Learn why an apprenticeship is a viable option for your children.

• Apprenticeships are for everyone!
• Your child will receive a Journeyworker certificate while earning credits towards a certificate/college degree and have little to no student loan debt.
• Your child will earn a wage as they receive real work experience in an environment where they can establish and advance in a career.