About Us

Discover Oregon Apprenticeship.

Who we are.

Oregon Apprenticeship is a group of organizations working to connect you to Registered Apprenticeship. Registered Apprenticeship is a connection to a successful career. It’s a connection to a deep pool of dependable talent for your business. A connection to your future. Whether you’re a job seeker looking to build your career and credentials, or a business looking to invest in a skilled workforce, Oregon Apprenticeship can help get you there.

State of Oregon: Employment Department

The Employment Department strives to promote employment of Oregonians through developing a diversified, multi-skilled workforce, and providing support during periods of unemployment.

Oregon Department of Education

The Oregon Department of Education fosters equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities.

Higher Education Coordinating Commission

HECC envisions a future in which all Oregonians—and especially those whom our systems have under-served and marginalized—benefit from the transformational power of  high-quality post-secondary education and training.

Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries

Oregon Labor and Industries protects employment rights, advances employment opportunities, and protects access to housing and public accommodations free from discrimination.

A look back.

HISTORY OF REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP IN OREGON

  • 1920
    The first apprenticeship trust fund in Oregon is initiated.
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  • 1931
    Oregon State Apprenticeship Law is established.
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  • 1937
    National Apprenticeship Act is established.
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  • 1963
    JFK establishes non-discriminatory Executive Order for apprenticeship programs.
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  • 1978
    DOL mandates women’s labor laws for apprenticeship programs.
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  • 1979
    5,700 apprentices are registered in Oregon.
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  • 1997
    Pre-Apprenticeship training programs are established.
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  • 2019
    Oregon registers its 10,000th apprentice.
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