INDIANAPOLIS- Indiana is dedicated to providing students opportunities to receive specialized training and apprenticeships for high-demand, high-paying jobs.
Since 2023, Indiana has offered expanded high school diploma options tailoring requirements toward students’ post-graduation goals. This allows apprenticeships and work-based learning experiences to count toward both high school diploma credits and job training hours. Since the law took effect, Indiana has established more than 22,000 active apprenticeships and ranks fourth nationally.
Through Registered Apprenticeship Programs, industries such as advanced manufacturing, building and construction, health and life sciences, IT, business services, transportation and logistics partner with schools to provide students with the training needed to kickstart their careers.
A law passed this year ensures students are entitled to the same workers’ compensation as full-time employees, promoting extended protections for experiential learning opportunities
With growing partnerships and increased employer engagement, students have more options than ever to kickstart their careers while still in high school. Learn more about how to find these opportunities for you or your student here.
