Apprenticeship

Definition and Meaning

Apprenticeship is a type of formal training in which an employee learns practical job skills by working alongside experienced professionals. An apprenticeship program in Human Resources provides organisations with the opportunity to develop a skilled workforce through combining on-the-job training with academic knowledge for a specified period of time.

Major HR Highlights

• Skill-based training prepares job-ready talent
• Provide assistance for developing talent pipelines and staffing plans
• Assists in lowering long-term hiring/training costs for the employer
• Increases the employability of Fresh Graduates or Entry Level Candidates
• Run through LMS (Learning Management System)/HRMS (Human Resource Management System)

Legal Compliance for India

Under the Apprentices Act of 1961, the following are established:

• Eligibility, Duration and Standards of Training for Apprentices
• Payment of Stipends to the Apprentices
• Rights and Duties of Employers and Apprentices

If an Organisation wants to hire an Apprentice, it must be registered and keep records of all Apprentices working for it and comply with the provisions of this Act.