Take the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Advocacy Survey & Help Shape Apprenticeship Policies
September 2, 2025—
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is working with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to apply for a Recognized Apprenticeship Program (RAP). If approved, this would create federally recognized career pathways for cleaning professionals.
To show support for the creation of apprenticeships, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is asking members to complete a .
Some of the benefits of an apprenticeship include:
- Increasing employers and employees’ access to federal and state tax credits, grants, wage reimbursement, and other financial aid.
- Increasing worker productivity and retention. According to the DOL, 97% of employers using Registered Apprenticeships said it has increased worker productivity, and 92% said it has improved employee engagement and retention.
- Creating an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway for employees, thereby enhancing the professionalism of the cleaning industry.
One aspect of the apprenticeship application is to find employment partners that ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ can list as being supportive of the creation of registered apprenticeships for the industry. There is no commitment to participate in the program once it is approved, although ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ encourages members to do so. .
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