Registration & State Programs
Why apprenticeship is registered in two places.
Registered Apprenticeship in the United States is a federal-state hybrid. Some states register apprenticeship programs through the USDOL Office of Apprenticeship (OA); other states have set up their own State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA) recognized by USDOL. NRAP works in both kinds of states.
Why this matters to you
For apprentices
You don't need to understand the OA/SAA distinction. Apprenticeship registration and requirements vary by state and sponsoring organization. Start by connecting with a participating apprenticeship sponsor or employer in your area to learn about available opportunities and how to apply.
For employers
Registration requirements and responsibilities vary by state and apprenticeship sponsor. NRAP can provide guidance and resources to support the process, while the apprenticeship sponsor is responsible for registration and required agency coordination. Participating employers provide the apprentice's on-the-job training (OJT) in accordance with the sponsor's program requirements.
For funders
Investment in NRAP helps expand access to structured roofing career pathways built around registered apprenticeship. Funding supports the coordination, resources, and industry partnerships needed to help apprenticeship sponsors and employers develop a skilled roofing workforce.
NRAP Pilot States
- Existing program, expanding(TX, FL)
- NRAP pilot program(GA, OH)
- State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA) state
- Office of Apprenticeship (OA) state
OA states
USDOL Office of Apprenticeship
In OA states, sponsors register their apprenticeship Standards directly with the federal Office of Apprenticeship. The OA state office reviews the Standards, approves the sponsor, and tracks apprentice registrations through RAPIDS — the federal apprenticeship data system.
SAA states
State Apprenticeship Agencies
Some states operate their own apprenticeship agency, recognized by USDOL. SAAs have the same authority to register sponsors and issue Certificates of Completion — they just do it through state government rather than federal.