Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin Expands Apprenticeship Program
What happened
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin opened the Center for Apprenticeship Excellence in Madison, Wisconsin, in August. The program is the largest in the state and currently has almost 2,800 enrolled apprentices, reflecting growing interest in skilled trades in Wisconsin. The training covers 12 distinct trades and combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training with ABC-WI members.
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Why it matters
The program provides training in marketable skills, allowing ABC-WI members to build Wisconsin’s infrastructure. This increase in skilled labor supply could support state infrastructure and economic growth.
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Who's involved
- WisconsinThe state where the apprenticeship program is operating.
- State of WisconsinThe state government whose infrastructure is being supported by the program.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Dane CountySpeculative
Growth in construction trades and jobs could strengthen the county's tax base and economic activity.
- Wisconsin Department of RevenueSpeculative
Increased construction and skilled labor demand could expand the state's tax base.