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IPC COMMUNITY 72 SUMMER 2024 Jan Pedersen NCAB Group AB As director of technology at NCAB Group, I have the pleasure of building NCAB's technical knowledge and capabilities, where every new technology is evaluated and rated to support building a sustainable future. That combination is a fantastic motivator. needs. I assist employers throughout this pro- cess, ensuring a smooth and efficient start. Initi- ating this journey can be as simple as sending me an email, making it easy for companies to take advantage of these opportunities and invest in their employees' futures. In each state where our regis- tered apprenticeship program is approved on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), employers can access information about various financial supports and incentives (Figure 1). Many states offer reim- bursements for related training instruction, on-the-job training, and curriculum develop- ment. Additionally, some states allocate funds to help employers with extra expenses related to training and retaining employees. It is important to note that the availability and extent of these resources differ from state to state, regardless of our ETPL standing. We are actively working to gain approval for our registered apprenticeship programs in all states. If your state is not currently represented and you are interested in utilizing our appren- ticeship program along with state funds to sup- port your efforts, please let me know. DETEX, a company in New Braunfels, Texas, specializing in engineering and manufacturing security products, recently collab- orated with me to apply for funding from the Texas Workforce Commis- sion. This funding aimed to help cover the costs of translation ser- vices and CIT training for their 20 apprentices. Alongside Zentech, which also successfully secured funding for its apprenticeship pro- gram, DETEX received $500 per apprentice for the Related Techni- cal Instruction for the Electronics Assembler and an additional $375 per apprentice incentive for their first group. The best part of this opportunity is that I man- aged the grant for them from beginning to end, which makes leveraging these funds much easier for them. Our apprenticeship program is experienc- ing rapid growth, supported by a diverse and expanding demographic base, as more employ- ers recognize the immense value of upskilling their workforce with financial assistance. INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE? Contact me at victoriahawkins@ipc.org What's the best pt of yr job? Our apprenticeship program is experiencing rapid growth...