1. November 7, 2018
Accrediting Organizations: Driving the Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Program Model

2. Jose Velazquez Deputy Administrator Office of Apprenticeship
U.S. Department of Labor

3. Laurie Rowe John Ladd Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary
U.S. Department of Labor
John Ladd
Administrator
Office of Apprenticeship
U.S. Department of Labor

4. Learn about the role of accrediting entities in driving the development of Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs (IRAPs).
Learn about the requirements and application process to become an IRAP accrediting entity.
Learn how you can get started as a prospective accrediting entity.

5. What is an IRAP? IRAP Elements
A new customizable model of apprenticeship that is industry- driven and accredited by an independent organization as meeting the quality criteria of an IRAP
Paid Work
Work-Based Learning
Mentorship
Educational and Instructional Component
Industry Credentials
Safety and Supervision
Equal Employment Opportunity
IRAP Elements

6. IRAP Accrediting Entities
Accrediting entities will play the following roles:
Validate quality apprenticeship programs.
Offer industry-driven, competency-based  standards for IRAP sponsors.
Facilitate issuance of nationally portable credentials with demonstrated market value.

7. Benefits of Being an IRAP Accreditor
IRAP accreditors will be leaders in their industry:
Develop industry-recognized, consensus-based standards that identify the skills required for the workforce.
Drive the future direction and innovations in apprenticeship for their sector.
Be known as a leader in building a pipeline of skilled talent to meet the needs of their sector.

8. Accrediting Entity Application
Applicants will provide information to address the following topics:
Qualifications and structure of accrediting body
Occupations and occupational credentials
Accreditation process
Quality assurance processes
Apprenticeship program components
The application is currently available for public comment. 
Comments are welcome and due by November 19, 2018.  
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9. Criteria for Accrediting Entities
Qualifications and Structure of Accrediting Body
National reach and capacity for obtaining input and consensus from employers and industry experts to establish consensus-based, nationally-recognized standards

10. Criteria for Accrediting Entities
Accreditation Process
Process for the accreditation of programs and policies to ensure equitable treatment and that programs are evaluated based on validity and sound competencies

11. Criteria for Accrediting Entities
Apprenticeship Program Components
Programs have the components of a high-quality apprenticeship, including paid work, work-based learning, mentorship, an education/instruction component, and a credential upon completion of training

12. Criteria for Accrediting Entities
Occupations and Occupational Credentials
Approach to ensuring that all credentials offered to apprentices are nationally portable, industry-recognized, and competency-based

13. Criteria for Accrediting Entities
Quality Assurance Processes
The process for monitoring programs and for continually improving the accreditation review process

14. Data and Performance Metrics
Accrediting entities will collect the following metrics for each program:
Number of apprentices enrolled in each program
Number of apprentices successfully completing the program
Completion rate for apprentices
Median length of time for program completion
Employer retention rate of apprentices
Information on the return on investment for each program
Post-program employment rate for apprentices
Pre- and post-program wages for apprentices

15. Application Submission and Consideration
Entities must complete and submit the IRAP Accreditation Entity Form to seek DOL recognition as an approved accreditor.
USDOL will consider applications throughout the year.

16. For more questions on IRAPs or becoming an IRAP Accrediting Entity
Recording of the October 11th webinar on IRAPs: A New Approach to a Proven Model 
9/17/13/50/Industry-Recognized- Apprenticeship-Programs-A-New-Approach- to-a-Proven-Model
TEN 03-18
Creating Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs to Expand Opportunity in America
EN_3-18_Acc.pdf
IRAP Webpage
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Accrediting Entity Application Form - available for public comment TA