In September 2022, governor Kelly created the office of registered apprenticeship in the Kansas Department of Commerce to promote the creation of apprenticeships as a tool for the state’s workforce development. This week has been proclaimed as apprenticeship week in Kansas. National apprenticeship week is a yearly event to promote the role apprenticeships play in the development f a skilled and vibrant workforce. State officials are celebrating an important milestone with the proclamation of apprenticeship week in Kansas following a sharp increase in registered apprentices. The state celebrated a 40% increase in participation in the registered apprenticeship this past year. Kelly says it’s clear that providing Kansans the opportunity to get on-the-job training is a win-win for employers and for the workforce. The state will continue to invest in apprenticeships, including for teachers and those wanting to enter the skilled trades, so that more people have the skills necessary to get a job and contribute to our economy.
