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U.S. Labor Department officials outline how registered apprenticeships work in West Virginia

West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit · May 8, 2026
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Summary

Officials from the U.S. Department of Labor explained the five essential components of registered apprenticeships, corrected common myths (not union-only, not limited to construction) and shared state-level numbers for 2025 and typical apprentice ages.

Michael Ferrari of the U.S. Department of Labor and Adam Maus of the agency described how registered apprenticeships combine a paid job, structured on-the-job training, related instruction and mentorship that lead to nationally recognized credentials.

Michael Ferrari, identified at the summit as a representative of the U.S. Department of Labor, said registered apprenticeships are an "industry-led," paid model that lets people "earn while they learn." He listed five distinguishing components sponsors and employers should consider:…

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