(Nov. 22, 2024) – In addition to the activities celebrating Rural Health Week, this past week was National Apprenticeship Week. Gov. Laura Kelly signed a proclamation declaring Nov 18-22 as Apprenticeship Week in Kansas.
Fifteen Kansas hospitals have launched registered apprenticeship programs across 36 locations, with additional hospitals in onboarding. This accounts for nearly 100 health care professionals advancing their careers across more than a dozen clinical and non-clinical occupations. Apprenticeships offer a valuable pathway for health care team members to learn. At the same time, they earn and provide hospitals with an opportunity to improve retention by promoting career advancement and upskilling of staff.
Kansas continues to offer incentives for health care employers that grow their workforce through registered apprenticeships. Contact Jaron Caffrey to learn more.
--Jaron Caffrey