Registered Apprenticeships Are Amazing
At GoSprout, we’re proud to power registered apprenticeships across the United States and provide free and paid resources to sponsors, employers, RTI-provider schools, journeyworkers, pre-apprenticeship high school programs, and apprentices.
Learn more about programs that run on our cloud apprenticeship management platform.
Look Who’s Already in the Network
Companies large & small love GoSprout’s apprenticeship management software.
“GoSprout helped us digitize over half a million apprentice records, and now tracking is a breeze.”
Victoria Grossman
Skilled Trades Competence Manager
“GoSprout has revolutionized how we manage our apprenticeship programs. It has not only simplified our administrative processes but also enriched our engagement with both students and employers, fostering a thriving ecosystem.”
Carla Milan
Internship & Apprenticeship Coordinator
“GoSprout helped us build the infrastructure we need to scale high-quality apprenticeships with real accountability. It’s given our teams the tools to track progress, mentor more effectively, and ultimately retain talent.”
Scott Ferris
Apprenticeship Director
Registered Apprenticeship Case Studies
American Welding Society
Welding the Future: How AWS & GoSprout Are Reshaping Apprenticeships
Welding & Skilled Trades
As the leading authority in welding education, AWS is committed to advancing the training, certification, and professional development of welders. By supporting apprenticeship programs, AWS helps businesses recruit, train, and retain skilled welders, ensuring industry-wide workforce sustainability.
Challenges:
Despite the urgent need for skilled welders, many businesses struggle to implement
apprenticeship programs due to administrative complexity and resource constraints. AWS recognized that scaling apprenticeship programs efficiently required a technology-driven solution that could automate compliance, track training progress, and integrate learning resources—all while making apprenticeships more accessible to employers and students.
Implementation:
AWS partnered with GoSprout to digitize apprenticeship management, streamlining progress tracking, compliance, and scalability for training centers, employers, and apprentices. With automated compliance tracking, training providers and businesses can monitor progress, log training hours, and document certifications in real time. The integration of AWS’s Learning Management System (LMS) ensures that educational content and certification materials are centralized, providing apprentices with seamless access to training resources.
GoSprout’s employer-friendly digital tools eliminate manual paperwork, allowing welding businesses to focus on developing skilled professionals rather than administrative tasks. This modernized system enhances scalability, enabling AWS to expand apprenticeship adoption and support more welding professionals nationwide. By leveraging GoSprout’s platform, AWS transforms welding apprenticeships into a more accessible, efficient, and scalable workforce development solution, preparing the next generation of welders to meet industry demands.
Solution Highlights:
For AWS & Training Institutions: Simplifies apprenticeship management, expands access, and reinforces AWS’s leadership in workforce innovation.
For Apprentices: Provides a digital platform for tracking progress, accessing OJT and
educational content, and earning while learning.
For Employers: Streamlines participation, ensures compliance, and strengthens the
skilled workforce pipeline.
Outcomes:
GoSprout Partnership: AWS and GoSprout digitize apprenticeship management, simplifying employer participation and apprentice tracking.
Streamlined Training: Automated tracking, compliance, and learning integration reduce
admin burdens and enable scalable, high-quality programs.
Love for GoSprout:
Modernizing welding apprenticeships is key to sustaining a skilled workforce. With GoSprout, we ensure that apprentices, employers, and training institutions have the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry,” said Stanley Lechtzin, Founder of the American Welding Society (AWS)
APHC of Central Ohio
Streamlining Plumbing Apprenticeships with GoSprout
Plumbing and Hydrolic Contracting
Managing the APHC Pluming Apprenticeship Program became increasingly challenging as the program grew in size and complexity. The association relied on spreadsheets to track the 8,000 hours of on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and lab classes for apprentices, which led to inefficiencies and frequent errors. Communication between administrators, apprentices, and contractors often lagged due to the lack of centralized tools, resulting in confusion over schedules, training progress, and compliance requirements. These challenges limited APHC’s ability to deliver a seamless and scalable apprenticeship experience for its members and their employees.
Challenges:
APHC faced significant difficulties in managing its apprenticeship program using manual systems like spreadsheets.
Communication and administration tasks were overwhelming, limiting the efficiency of the program and its ability to scale.
Implementation:
GoSprout provided APHC with an all-in-one solution that transformed how the apprenticeship program was managed. By consolidating all program components into a single platform, GoSprout replaced manual processes with automated workflows, making program managment efficient and error-free. GoSprout’s dashboard offered a centralized view of apprentice progress, helping administrators monitor hours, classroom preformance, and lab assessments in real time. By adopting GoSprout, APHC has modernized its Plumbing Apprenticeship Program, enabling the association to deliver a streamlined, efficient, and scalable training experience.
Solution Highlights:
Simplified program management and eliminated spreadsheet reliance.
Enhanced communication between administrators, apprentices, and contractors.
Better visibility into apprentice performance and training progress.
Outcomes:
APHC adopted GoSprout as a comprehensive digital platform to manage their apprenticeship program.
The platform streamlined administrative processes, centralized communication, and provided tools to track apprentices’ progress with real-time updates and reporting capabilities.
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout is proud to partner with APHC to modernize their apprenticeship program and streamline workforce development for the plumbing industry. By replacing outdated processes with our all-in-one platform, we’ve empowered APHC to focus on what matters most: training the next generation of skilled tradespeople. Together, we’re setting a new standard for efficiency, engagement, and scalability in apprenticeship programs.
Better Youth
Empowering- System-Impacted Youth Through Media Arts Apprenticeships
Nonprofit/Media Arts & Education
Better Youth is a dynamic nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, dedicated to providing access, equity, and validation for foster and system-impacted youth creatives aged 16-24. Through innovative media arts programming and mentoring, Better Youth helps bridge the digital divide and fosters creative confidence in young people.
Challenges:
Better Youth faced the complex task of managing extensive pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs in digital storytelling, which includes project management, game design, and fine arts. They needed a robust system to streamline program management and enhance the apprenticeship experience for both coordinators and participants.
Implementing a digital solution that could handle multiple apprenticeship tracks and accommodate the specific needs of a youth-centered program was a significant challenge. The organization required a flexible and easy-to-use system that could address the unique barriers faced by system-impacted youth.
Implementation:
The implementation of GoSprout involved collaborative planning to ensure the platform adequately supported the diverse media arts apprenticeships offered by Better Youth. The initial phase focused on integrating existing data with GoSprout’s system and customizing the user interface to be engaging and accessible for young creatives. Training sessions were conducted for both staff and participants to maximize the benefits of the platform.
Regular meetings between Better Youth’s program coordinators and GoSprout’s support team helped refine the user experience, ensuring that the platform not only met but exceeded the organization’s operational and educational goals. This ongoing partnership has been crucial in adapting to evolving needs and scaling the impact of the apprenticeships.
Solution Highlights:
Youth-Friendly User Interface: GoSprout’s intuitive platform allows youth to easily navigate their apprenticeship tasks and resources, fostering a positive learning environment.
Program Management Efficiency: The platform’s comprehensive tools help coordinators track progress, manage scheduling, and facilitate communications between mentors and apprentices.
Personalized Support: GoSprout’s dedicated support team works closely with Better Youth to tailor the platform’s functionalities to meet their specific needs and challenges.
Enhanced Program Accessibility: The user-friendly interface has significantly increased program engagement and reduced drop-out rates by making it easier for youth to participate.
Improved Program Management: Streamlined administrative processes have enabled coordinators to spend more time on mentorship and less on paperwork.
Tailored Support: Customized setup and ongoing assistance from GoSprout have ensured that Better Youth can fully leverage the platform’s capabilities to benefit their unique programs.
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout has transformed how we manage our apprenticeship programs. The platform’s ease of use and the personalized support we receive make it an invaluable tool in empowering our youth. It’s more than just a management system; it’s a growth enabler for our young creatives.
Buggin’ Out Control
Apprenticeships as a Growth Strategy
Pest Control & Government Contracting
As Buggin Out Pest Control secured larger government contracts, they faced an immediate need for skilled workers but struggled to find and retain qualified candidates. Traditional hiring methods were not yielding results, and the company knew that training new employees internally could be more sustainable. However, they lacked experience in setting up an apprenticeship program and were concerned about the complexity of managing compliance, training, and administrative tasks. Without a clear roadmap, launching an apprenticeship seemed overwhelming, and they needed expert guidance to make it a reality.
Challenges:
Struggled to find qualified candidates to fill pest control technician roles, limiting their ability to scale operations.
Recognized apprenticeship as a solution but didn’t know how to start the process.
Worried about the management and compliance requirements of a registered apprenticeship program.
Implementation:
Buggin Out Pest Control partnered with GoSprout to design and launch a registered
apprenticeship program, defining the apprentice role, training framework, and wage model while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. With GoSprout’s guidance, the company successfully navigated the state registration process, ensuring their program met all necessary requirements.
Using GoSprout’s platform, they now track apprentice progress, manage compliance, and streamline communication, eliminating the need for manual oversight. This structured approach not only reduces administrative burdens but also creates a sustainable talent pipeline, enabling Buggin Out to consistently recruit and train skilled technicians to meet the growing demands of their government contracts.
Solution Highlights:
Streamlined Program Launch: Simplified the process of creating, submitting, and
managing a registered apprenticeship program, reducing administrative burden.
Sustainable Talent Pipeline: Established a reliable system to recruit, train, and retain
skilled technicians, ensuring long-term workforce growth for government contracts.
Outlines:
GoSprout helped design the apprenticeship role, guided the program submission process, and provided tools for compliance and management, creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled technicians.
Love for GoSprout:
Small businesses like Buggin Out Pest Control show how apprenticeships can fuel growth by building a reliable talent pipeline. We’re proud to help them turn workforce challenges into long-term success.
Bronx Community College
Work While You Learn: BCC’s Apprenticeship Goals
Higher Education & Workforce Development
Bronx Community College recognized the importance of apprenticeships as a career-building tool but lacked the internal bandwidth to create and manage a structured program. Without a centralized system for employer outreach, student tracking, and work-based learning coordination, launching apprenticeships proved overwhelming. Additionally, many BCC students juggle full-time jobs and family responsibilities, making it difficult to participate in traditional classroom-based training. The college needed a solution that streamlined program management while offering flexible learning models that accommodated students’ work schedules.
Challenges:
BCC has struggled to launch a structured apprenticeship program due to limited staff
bandwidth and program management resources.
Many continuing education students need to work full-time and cannot participate in
traditional academic schedules.
Implementation:
By partnering with GoSprout, Bronx Community College has transformed its approach to
workforce development, and can create scalable, flexible apprenticeship programs that connect students with high-quality employment opportunities. GoSprout’s technology enables BCC to more easily build employer partnerships, support non-traditional learners, and efficiently manage apprenticeship programs, ensuring long-term success for students, businesses, and the college itself.
Solution Highlights:
Simplifies apprenticeship program development and employer engagement.
Automates administrative tasks, reducing workload and increasing efficiency.
Enables flexible, non-traditional learningpathways for students.
BCC partnered with GoSprout to develop and manage apprenticeship pathways, providing a streamlined platform for matching students with employers, tracking work-based learning, and ensuring program scalability.
Love for GoSprout:
As someone from the Bronx, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges that many students face when trying to balance education and work. Traditional school hours don’t always fit real-life responsibilities, and too often, opportunities are out of reach for those who need them most. That’s why our partnership with Bronx Community College is so important—GoSprout is helping to create flexible, career-driven apprenticeship pathways that give students a real chance to earn while they learn. Together, we’re breaking down barriers and building stronger futures right here in our community.
Frederick College
Biological Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program
Education & Biotechnology
Frederick College, a prominent educational institution in Maryland, has been a beacon of innovation and excellence in integrating real-world skills with academic learning. The college serves a diverse student body and is committed to providing tailored career pathways in emerging and critical industries.
Challenges:
Frederick College faced several challenges in scaling their Biological Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program. These included efficiently managing a growing number of applicants, effectively engaging with multiple employers, and maintaining rigorous compliance with industry and educational standards. The complexity of coordinating these elements often led to administrative bottlenecks and limited the program’s reach and impact.
The primary challenge was the intricate balance required between managing increasing applicant numbers, satisfying multiple employer expectations, and adhering to strict compliance regulations. Traditional methods were proving inefficient and were unable to scale with the program’s growth ambitions.
Implementation:
Carla Milan implemented GoSprout with the objective of overcoming these operational hurdles. The adoption process involved initial setup and migration of existing data into GoSprout’s system, followed by training for staff on the new tools. Integration with existing college systems was prioritized to ensure a seamless workflow.
Regular feedback loops were established between Carla, her team, and GoSprout’s support specialists to continuously refine the process. This collaborative approach not only solved immediate problems but also adapted the program’s infrastructure to be more resilient and responsive to future challenges. Employers were given access to a portal where they could communicate directly with the college, view candidate progress, and input on curriculum relevance, greatly enhancing their active involvement and investment in the program’s success.
Solution Highlights:
Applicant Organization: GoSprout’s streamlined platform enabled Carla Milan, the Apprenticeship Coordinator, to efficiently sort, track, and manage applications, ensuring a smooth enrollment process.
Employer Engagement: The platform facilitated robust communication tools and engagement strategies that enhanced partnerships with biotech companies.
Compliance Management: Automated compliance tracking and reporting tools ensured that all program aspects met regulatory standards without manual oversight, reducing errors and administrative strain.
Increased Enrollment: Simplified application processes led to a 20% increase in program enrollment within the first year.
Enhanced Employer Satisfaction: Improved communication and engagement tools boosted employer participation by 30%.
Streamlined Compliance: The automated system reduced compliance-related workload by 40%, allowing staff to focus more on student and program development.
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout has revolutionized how we manage our apprenticeship programs. It has not only simplified our administrative processes but also enriched our engagement with both students and employers, fostering a thriving ecoystem.
Canadian Valley Technology Center
Breaking Barriers: How CV Tech Made Apprenticeships Easier for Employer
Career & Technical Education (CTE) & Workforce
Development
CV Tech has been a leader in career and technical education, but convincing employers to participate in registered apprenticeships and WBL opportunities was a significant hurdle. Many businesses, including Integris Medical Group, Dean McGee Eye Institute, and Keiser & Associates Accounting, saw value in apprenticeships but struggled with the administrative burden of tracking compliance, progress, and reporting. Without a streamlined system, CV Tech faced barriers to scaling its programs and expanding employer engagement.
Challenges:
Employer Challenges: Securing participation was difficult due to the administrative burden of managing apprenticeships and WBL.
Need for a Digital Solution: CV Tech required a platform to streamline administration, track compliance, and engage employers.
Scalability Issue: Without efficient management, expanding WBL and apprenticeship programs was limited.
Implementation:
Canadian Valley Technology Center (CV Tech) partnered with GoSprout to streamline
apprenticeship and work-based learning (WBL) management. The platform automated
compliance tracking, reducing administrative burdens and making it easier for employers to engage. By removing barriers to participation, GoSprout created a more accessible and efficient workforce development system.
With a scalable, digital infrastructure, CV Tech expanded its apprenticeship programs without adding administrative strain. Real-time data and reporting provided instant insights, ensuring program success and compliance while improving coordination between students, educators, and industry partners.
Solution Highlights:
For CV Tech: Simplified administration, eliminated manual tracking, and improved
program oversight with real-time insights.
For Students & Apprentices: Enabled structured, hands-on learning with seamless tracking and clear career pathways.
For Employers & Industry Partners: Reduced participation barriers with a centralized platform for tracking, reporting, and workforce development.
GoSprout Partnership & Automation: CV Tech digitized apprenticeship and WBL management, automating tracking, compliance, and employer coordination to reduce administrative burdens.
Scalability & Efficiency: Eliminating manual processes enabled program expansion while
ensuring real-time oversight, streamlined documentation, and improved employer
engagement.
Love for GoSprout:
Before GoSprout, securing employer participation was a challenge due to administrative burdens. Now, we offer businesses a simple, streamlined solution that saves time and makes workforce development easier than ever.
CityLab Professional Team
Building Career Pathways in Tech
Technical Support & Workforce Development
CityLab Professional sought to create a seamless pathway for individuals to transition from skill development to meaningful careers in the technical support industry. However, managing the complexities of a 12-week program and ensuring compliance with both California and Department of Labor apprenticeship standards posed significant challenges. Tracking student progress, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with employers required extensive manual effort, limiting the program’s scalability and efficiency.
Challenges:
CityLab Professional needed a clear, organized system to streamline its 12-week
program and apprenticeship pathways, ensuring students could transition from skill
development to meaningful careers.
Managing program components, tracking student progress, and maintaining
compliance with state and federal regulations posed significant administrative challenges.
Implementation:
GoSprout digitized CityLab Professional’s 12-week apprenticeship program, automating
progress tracking, communication, and compliance processes. The platform enabled
administrators to monitor student milestones and provide timely support while ensuring that all program components met regulatory requirements. By centralizing data management and automating repetitive tasks, GoSprout allowed CityLab Professional to scale its program, supporting more students and employers while maintaining high-quality training and compliance. Students now have greater flexibility to track their progress in real time, while mentors can easily provide feedback and guidance through the platform. Additionally, employers benefit from streamlined onboarding and compliance management, ensuring faster integration of apprentices into their teams.
Solution Highlights:
Simplified Management: Automated administration, progress tracking, and
compliance.
Stronger Career Pathways: Clear learning paths for students and a pipeline of job-
ready talent for employers.
Outcomes:
CityLab Professional partnered with GoSprout to enhance program management, streamline student progress tracking, and ensure compliance with both California state
standards and Department of Labor regulations.
Love for GoSprout:
CityLab Professional’s mission to guide individuals toward meaningful careers aligns perfectly with GoSprout’s goal of simplifying workforce development. By providing a clear, structured pathway into the technical support industry, we’re helping students gain the skills and experience they need to thrive while supporting employers with a pipeline of job-ready talent.
LUV Corps
Taking Workforce Training to New Heights: LUV Corps & GoSprout
Unmanned Vehicle & Robotics Technology
LUV Corps is a pioneering workforce development initiative in the unmanned vehicle sector, but managing a 4,000-hour apprenticeship program with multiple training phases, wage progressions, and compliance requirements was increasingly complex. Founder Jim Mikel wanted to streamline and scale the program without compromising quality, but existing processes were manual, fragmented, and difficult to track at scale. Without a centralized system, it was challenging to monitor apprentice progress, manage learning content, and ensure compliance with DOL standards.
Challenges:
Program Complexity: A centralized digital system was needed to manage pre-
apprenticeships, OJT, certifications, and compliance.
Scalability Challenges: Expansion was difficult without automation to maintain quality and efficiency.
Fragmented Learning Content: Training materials were scattered, making progress
tracking inefficient.
Implementation:
LUV Corps adopted GoSprout’s Apprenticeship Management Platform to centralize
operations, automate compliance, and integrate its learning curriculum. With real-time
tracking, apprentices and administrators can now monitor certifications, training hours, and wage increases efficiently. The platform’s Learning Management System (LMS) integration ensures seamless content delivery, creating a structured and accessible training experience.
GoSprout’s automated tracking and reporting features have made it easier for employers to participate, monitor apprentices’ progress, and stay compliant with industry regulations. By replacing manual processes with a scalable, all-in-one solution, LUV Corps has streamlined apprenticeship oversight, reducing administrative workload while improving program efficiency.
Solution Highlights:
For LUV Corps & Spirit Technologies: Streamlined apprentice tracking, integrated
learning content, and enabled scalable growth without administrative strain.
For Apprentices: Provided seamless access to training, structured learning, and efficient
certification and wage progression.
For the Unmanned Vehicle Industry: Established a scalable apprenticeship model, simplified employer onboarding, and strengthened the talent pipeline for high-tech roles.
Outcomes:
GoSprout Partnership & Automation: LUV Corps digitized program management with GoSprout, streamlining apprentice tracking, compliance, and employer coordination.
Scalable Learning Management: The platform integrated and optimized LUV Corps’ curriculum, improving efficiency and enabling program growth.
Love for GoSprout:
“GoSprout has been a game-changer,” says Jim Mikel, Founder of LUV Corps, emphasizing how automation and integration have allowed the program to scale efficiently, ensuring a strong talent pipeline for the future of unmanned vehicle technology.
Miami EdTech
Breaking Barriers in Tech
Workforce Development Nonprofit
Miami EdTech is a nonprofit expanding access to tech careers through training and job placement in fields like AI and UX/UI design. Their multi-employer Registered Apprenticeship Program bridges the gap between education and industry.
Challenges:
Aspiring tech professionals lacked hands-on experience and employer connections.
Miami EdTech needed a scalable apprenticeship model to support students and meet employer needs. Managing a multi- employer program required efficient tracking,
compliance, and coordination beyond traditional workforce tools.
Implementation:
Miami EdTech partnered with GoSprout to streamline its Registered Apprenticeship Program, reducing administrative burdens and simplifying employer coordination. The platform centralized apprentice tracking, automated compliance, and ensured alignment with state and federal requirements, making program management more efficient.
By integrating with six Miami-Dade high schools, GoSprout enabled early exposure to tech careers, proving that apprenticeships can support emerging fields like AI and UX/UI from high school onward. With a fully digital, scalable system, Miami EdTech can expand its reach, connecting more students and employers without increasing administrative workload.
This partnership is a game-changer for aspiring AI and UX/UI professionals, combining hands- on training with real industry experience to create direct pathways into high paying tech careers.
Solution Highlights:
For Miami EdTech: Streamlines apprenticeship management, automates tracking and
compliance, and expands student access to tech careers.
For Apprentices: Provides hands-on experience, a direct path to employment, and
skill development in AI and UX/UI.
For Employers: Access to skilled talent, reduced hiring costs, and a scalable workforce
development model.
Outcomes:
Miami EdTech partnered with GoSprout to streamline its Registered Apprenticeship Program, reducing administrative burdens and simplifying employer coordination. The platform centralized apprentice tracking, automated compliance, and ensured alignment with state and federal requirements, making program management more efficient.
K-12 Expansion: The program extended to six Miami-Dade high schools, demonstrating that apprenticeships can support emerging tech careers from an early stage.
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout has streamlined the entire process, allowing us to focus on mentorship, skill-building, and empowering the next generation of tech talent
New Smyrna Beach Utilities
From Grant to Growth: NSBU’s Workforce Transformation
Public Utilities & Infrastructure
As NSBU secured funding to launch an apprenticeship program, they quickly realized the complexity of tracking progress, ensuring compliance, and maximizing the impact of their grant investment. Managing multiple apprentices while meeting regulatory and funding requirements posed an administrative challenge, making it difficult to scale the program effectively. NSBU needed a solution that simplified program oversight, provided automated reporting, and ensured their investment translated into real workforce outcomes.
Challenges:
United Airlines faced growing complexity in managing its Calibrate apprenticeship program, with too many disconnected tools creating inefficiencies across training, compliance, and progress tracking.
Their internal system had become costly to maintain and wasn’t built to scale with the program’s rapid growth. Coordinating with multiple stakeholders while ensuring real-time visibility and regulatory compliance added layers of administrative burden that slowed momentum.
Implementation:
By integrating GoSprout’s apprenticeship management platform, New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU) streamlined its program, enhancing efficiency, accountability, and long-term success. The platform automated apprentice tracking, allowing NSBU to monitor progress, work hours, and training milestones digitally, reducing paperwork and minimizing errors.
GoSprout also simplified grant compliance with custom reporting tools, making it easy for NSBU to track outcomes, measure success, and maintain transparency in grant utilization. Automated workflows and structured training pathways gave NSBU the confidence to scale its apprenticeship program effectively while meeting regulatory requirements
Solution Highlights:
For NSBU, Apprentices & Community: GoSprout streamlines management,
ensures compliance, and offers paid, structured training for utility careers.
Long-Term Impact: Builds a skilled workforce, boosts the local economy, and
drives innovation in water and energy services.
GoSprout Partnership: NSBU uses GoSprout to streamline apprenticeship management,
ensuring compliance and workforce success.
All-in-One Solution: The platform automates tracking, reporting, and compliance, letting NSBU focus on training and mentorship.
Love for GoSprout:
The platform’s real-time insights provided administrators with immediate visibility into program performance, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with workforce needs. As a result, NSBU developed a sustainable, scalable workforce model that focuses on training future utility professionals while serving the community with excellence.
Pearce Renewables
Revolutionizing Renewable Energy Apprenticeships
Renewable Energy Operations and Maintenance
Managing the apprenticeship program at Pearce Renewables became increasingly difficult as the program expanded. The reliance on manual systems for tracking hours and wages created inefficiencies and inaccuracies, leaving the company vulnerable to errors in wage compliance and reporting. This not only jeopardized regulatory compliance but also created extra administrative work that took time away from program improvement and apprentice support. As Pearce Renewables grew, they needed a scalable, automated solution to manage the complexities of their apprenticeship program and ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws.
Challenges:
Pearce Renewables faced significant challenges in tracking apprenticeship hours and
ensuring compliance with prevailing wage requirements.
The manual systems they relied on were time-consuming, prone to errors, and difficult to scale as the program grew.
Implementation:
Pearce Renewables partnered with GoSprout to modernize and streamline its apprenticeship program, addressing key challenges in tracking hours and ensuring compliance with prevailing wage requirements. By implementing GoSprout’s centralized digital platform, Pearce Renewables replaced inefficient manual systems with automated processes that accurately tracked apprentice hours in real time. This innovation ensured that all work met prevailing wage standards, reducing the risk of errors and simplifying regulatory compliance. GoSprout’s custom dashboards and reporting tools provided administrators with instant access to critical data, making audits and program oversight seamless and efficient.
Solution Highlights:
Centralized and automated tracking of apprentice hours.
Reduced administrative burden, allowing more focus on workforce development.
A scalable model for developing a skilled workforce to meet the growing demand for
renewable energy services.
Outcomes:
Pearce Renewables adopted GoSprout to simplify the management of their apprenticeship program.
The platform’s advanced features enabled them to track hours accurately, ensure
compliance with prevailing wage regulations, and streamline program oversight, saving time and resources.
Love for GoSprout:
At GoSprout, we’re proud to support Pearce Renewables in their mission to develop a skilled workforce for the renewable energy sector. By providing a streamlined, scalable platform, we’ve helped them eliminate inefficiencies, ensure compliance, and focus on what matters most—empowering apprentices to build the future of sustainable energy. This partnership showcases how technology can drive meaningful change in workforce development.
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
College Apprenticeships Reimagined
Higher education
Before engaging with GoSprout, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico (PUPR) faced
substantial hurdles in expanding their Center for Apprenticeship. A critical challenge was the difficulty in engaging employers effectively to participate in and support registered
apprenticeship programs. This struggle stymied the growth of the university’s apprenticeship offerings and limited opportunities for student enrollment in these practical, career-ready pathways. Employers, on their end, expressed significant reservations, primarily due to the administrative complexities and perceived burdens associated with sponsoring registered apprenticeship programs. These barriers created a cycle that was hard to break: limited employer participation meant constrained program growth, which in turn, limited the university’s ability to attract a broader student base interested in apprenticeships.
Challenges:
Inefficient Employer Engagement
Program Expansion and Diversification
Connecting Education to Industry Needs
Administrative Burden
Implementation:
The partnership between GoSprout and PUPR introduced a transformative solution to these longstanding challenges. GoSprout’s innovative platform and services streamlined the process for employers, making it significantly easier for them to engage with and commit to building out registered apprenticeship programs. This simplification and support, which addressed employers’ concerns about administrative burdens, paved the way for notable partnerships, including the landmark engagement with LUMA, Puerto Rico’s power company, for a cybersecurity apprenticeship program. Through GoSprout’s technology and expertise, PUPR could not only grow its apprenticeship offerings but also enhance its role in preparing students for in-demand careers, thereby attracting a larger student population. Additionally, this partnership facilitated a symbiotic relationship between education and industry, ensuring students received relevant training directly aligned with employer needs, thereby strengthening the workforce pipeline in Puerto Rico.
Solution Highlights:
Enhanced Employer Engagement
Streamlined Administrative Processes
Improved Industry-Education Alignment
Outcomes:
GoSprout simplifies the complexity of federal and state regulations for apprenticeship
programs
Assists in the creation of scalable, industry- specific apprenticeship frameworks that can be adapted and replicated across various location
Love for GoSprout:
Our partnership with GoSprout has been nothing short of transformative for the Center for Apprenticeship at PUPR. GoSprout’s innovative platform and dedicated support have not only simplified the administrative complexities of apprenticeship programs but have also opened doors to meaningful employer engagements.
Radiance Solar
Launching 3 Apprenticeship Tracks on a Tight Timeline
Solar Energy
Headquartered in Marietta, GA (outside Atlanta), Radiance Solar designs, builds and maintains solar energy projects throughout the southeast for both utilities and corporate clients.
Challenges:
Tasked with becoming a Sponsor and launching multiple registered apprenticeship tracks on a roughly 90-day timeline, the company was struggling with how to launch and manage the program while staying compliant without generating a paperwork and labor nightmare for the team.
After taking a guided tour, the team realized they had a found solution that would keep the administration streamlined make compliance management a breeze.
Implementation:
The implementation of GoSprout involved coordination with HR Generalist Serena Strickland at Radiance Solar.
Regular meetings between Radiance Solar’s program coordinator and GoSprout’s support team helped refine the user experience, ensuring that the platform not only met but exceeded the organization’s operational and educational goals. This ongoing partnership has been crucial in adapting to evolving needs and scaling the impact of the apprenticeships.
Their Phase I apprenticeship launch already has 19 apprentices, 18 journey workers, 3 educators, 4 admins and a program manager. And they’re just getting started!
Solution Highlights:
Friendly User Interface: GoSprout’s intuitive platform allows apprentices to easily navigate their apprenticeship tasks and resources, fostering a positive learning environment.
Program Management Efficiency: The platform’s comprehensive tools help coordinators track progress, manage scheduling, and facilitate communications between journeyworkers and apprentices.
Personalized Support: GoSprout’s dedicated support team works closely with Radiance Solar to tailor the platform’s functionalities to meet their specific needs and challenges.
On-Time Launch: The desired programs were available when needed.
3 Apprenticeship Tracks: Electrical, Solar Installation, and Occupational Health & Safety Specialist.
Tailored Support: Customized setup and ongoing assistance from GoSprout have ensured that Radiance Solar can fully leverage the platform’s capabilities to benefit their unique programs.
Compliance Handled: Radiance Solar passed their first compliance assessment with flying colors.
Room to Grow: They have plans to launch more apprenticeships across their footprint.
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout was my knight in shining armor. Not only was it very user friendly, but it also tracks all of our on-the-job training and has a place for our related instruction, which are the two main components for an apprenticeship program.
Repinned Luxury Upholstery
Shining a Light on Workforce Development
Luxury Upholstery
Before partnering with GoSprout, Repinned Luxury Upholstery faced significant challenges in establishing and managing their Luxury Upholstery Registered Apprenticeship Program, a critical initiative to develop skilled artisans and maintain their leading position in the luxury upholstery industry. Navigating the complex landscape of federal and state regulations for apprenticeship programs proved to be a daunting task. Additionally, managing the growing number of applicants, engaging multiple employers, and ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards compounded the issue. These challenges hindered Repinned’s ability to create a structured and scalable apprenticeship framework, impacting their capacity to meet the diverse needs of their program and industry
Challenges:
Guidance on meeting federal and state requirements.
Handling a growing number of applicants efficiently.
Ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
Implementation:
The complexity of launching and managing an apprenticeship program led Repinned Luxury Upholstery to seek a comprehensive solution. GoSprout emerged as the ideal partner, offering tailored services to meet the specific needs of the luxury upholstery industry. By implementing GoSprout’s platform, Repinned could streamline the registration process, efficiently manage applicants, and ensure robust compliance tracking. This strategic partnership not only addressed the initial challenges but also enhanced employer engagement, positioning Repinned to capitalize on a skilled and well-prepared workforce, ensuring their continued success and leadership in the industry.
Solution Highlights:
GoSprout provided step-by-step guidance.
Automated compliance tracking minimized administrative burden.
Repinned in navigating and accessing government funding and incentives for
registered apprenticeship programs
Outcomes:
GoSprout simplifies the complexity of federal and state regulations for apprenticeship
programs
Assists in the creation of scalable, industry-specific apprenticeship frameworks that can be adapted and replicated across various locations
Love for GoSprout:
In partnering with Repinned, we’ve been able to demonstrate how a tailored apprenticeship program can truly transform an industry. Our collaboration addressed the complexities of launching and managing a program in the luxury upholstery sector, ensuring that Repinned can focus on what they do best—crafting high-quality products—while we handle the operational and compliance challenges. This partnership not only solved immediate issues but also
positioned Repinned to build a sustainable and skilled workforce, securing their leadership in the industry.
Skill Builders Solutions
GoSprout’s Digital Tools Help Nonprofits Scale and Serve More Clients
Workforce Development & Apprenticeship Training
Skill Builders Solutions plays a vital role in workforce development, but managing multiple apprenticeship programs, employer partnerships, and participant progress became increasingly complex. Tracking OJT hours, compliance requirements, and employer engagement required a scalable digital infrastructure—something manual processes couldn’t support efficiently. Jenna and her team needed a streamlined way to manage all their apprenticeship and training initiatives in one place.
Challenges:
Administrative Burden: Managing multiple apprenticeship programs was overwhelming.
Tracking Challenges: Needed a centralized platform for apprentice progress, employer
partnerships, and training milestones.
Scalability Needs: Required a digital solution to streamline and expand operations efficiently.
Implementation:
Skill Builders Solutions partnered with GoSprout to digitize apprenticeship management,
streamlining employer tracking, compliance, and training progress. By automating
documentation and reducing administrative burdens, they improved efficiency in workforce development programs while ensuring seamless reporting and compliance with industry standards. This transformation allowed them to scale operations without increasing workload, making apprenticeship programs more accessible and effective.
With scalability and mobile accessibility, the platform enabled apprentices to track progress, receive updates, and connect with mentors in real time. Employers also benefited from centralized program management, making it easier to collaborate with training providers and ensure apprentices met industry demands. By leveraging a fully digital system, Skill Builders Solutions strengthened industry partnerships and tailored training models to employer needs.
Solution Highlights:
For Skill Builders Solutions: Simplified program oversight, eliminated manual tracking, and enabled real-time progress monitoring.
For Apprentices & Job Seekers: Provided structured training, clear career pathways, and
seamless access to program updates.
For Employers & Industry Partners: Streamlined recruitment, enhanced collaboration, and offered tailored training solutions.
Outlines:
GoSprout Partnership: Skill Builders Solutions used GoSprout to digitize apprenticeship
management, streamline employer partnerships, and track compliance.
Scalable Workforce Development: The platform enabled real-time tracking of training progress and optimized workforce training initiatives
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout empowers organizations to support more businesses and individuals with greater efficiency
Southeast Missouri State University
Empowering Rural Communities Through Apprenticeships
Higher Education & Workforce Development
SEMO recognized the need to move beyond short-term internships and develop structured apprenticeships for long-term career success. However, administrative burdens like paperwork and compliance tracking discouraged businesses from participating. Many local employers lacked the resources to manage these programs, limiting student access to earn-and-learn opportunities. To overcome these challenges, SEMO sought a scalable solution to streamline processes and expand regional apprenticeship opportunities.
Challenges:
Access & Connectivity Challenges: Rural employers and students struggled to access
apprenticeship information and resources, limiting opportunities
Administrative Barriers: Compliance tracking and paperwork discouraged employer participation, while many lacked the capacity to manage programs effectively.
Implementation:
SEMO partnered with GoSprout to streamline apprenticeship management, making it easier for students, employers, and administrators to participate in and sustain programs. The platform automates compliance tracking and paperwork, removing a major barrier for businesses hesitant to engage in apprenticeships. By acting as a regional hub, SEMO can now connect rural businesses with talent, ensuring more students have access to long-term career opportunities.
With GoSprout’s digital infrastructure, SEMO can scale apprenticeship offerings without
increasing administrative workload. By simplifying employer participation and reducing
compliance burdens, the university is fostering rural workforce growth and strengthening career pathways for students. Through a centralized platform, students can explore apprenticeships, apply for positions, and track progress, making the process seamless and accessible.
Solution Highlights:
For SEMO & Higher Education: Expands beyond internships into structured apprenticeships, reduces employer barriers, and establishes SEMO as a regional apprenticeship leader.
For Students & Apprentices: Builds career pathways with hands-on, paid training in high-demand industries, especially in rural areas.
For Employers & Businesses: Simplifies apprenticeship setup and compliance, providing
a scalable model to address workforce shortages.
GoSprout Partnership: SEMO partnered with GoSprout to streamline apprenticeship oversight, employer coordination, and student career access.
Automation & Accessibility: GoSprout reduces administrative burdens, making apprenticeship programs easier for employers and expanding opportunities in rural workforce development.
Love for GoSprout:
We knew apprenticeships could transform our region, but administrative barriers kept businesses from getting involved. GoSprout eliminated those roadblocks, allowing us to connect more students with career opportunities while making it
easy for local employers to participate.
UF Health St. Johns
Technology Meets Training: The Future of Surgical Apprenticeships
Healthcare & Surgical Services
Managing a highly regulated apprenticeship program in the surgical field requires meticulous tracking of competencies, compliance, and hands-on training milestones. Before using GoSprout, UF Health St. Johns relied on manual processes that were time-consuming, prone to errors, and difficult to scale. Surgical Services Educator Michelle Bejo, BSN, RN, needed a way to streamline OJT competency tracking while ensuring real-time compliance monitoring—all without adding administrative burdens.
Challenges:
Manually tracking compliance and competency for surgical tech apprentices was time-
consuming and inefficient.
Surgical Services Educator Michelle Bejo, BSN, RN, needed a digital solution for streamlined OJT oversight and improved efficiency.
Implementation:
UF Health St. Johns partnered with GoSprout to digitize apprenticeship compliance and
competency tracking, creating a structured and efficient system. Apprentices used a mobile app to log training hours, complete skill checklists, and access educational materials. Automated compliance tracking ensured state and federal standards were met, reducing documentation risks. Real-time progress monitoring provided instant insights, while automation streamlined reporting, allowing administrators to focus on high-quality surgical training.
By adopting GoSprout, UF Health St. Johns transformed its Surgical Tech Apprenticeship
Program into a structured, scalable, and efficient model. The mobile-friendly system reduced administrative burdens, ensured compliance, and provided real-time competency tracking, making training more effective for educators like Michelle Bejo, BSN, RN. This case study highlights how technology-driven solutions enhance apprenticeships, improve training outcomes, and save valuable time for healthcare professionals.
Solution Highlights:
For UF Health St. Johns: Automated OJT tracking, reduced paperwork, and improved
apprentice progress visibility.
For Apprentices: Mobile access to training, real-time feedback, and increased
accountability.
For Healthcare: A scalable, compliant model ensuring workforce readiness through structured training.
Outcomes:
GoSprout: UF Health St. Johns partnered with GoSprout to digitize compliance tracking,
competency development, and OJT monitoring for its surgical tech apprentices.
Mobile App for Apprentices: The GoSprout platform gave apprentices an easy-to-use mobile tool to log progress, access training materials, and receive real-time feedback.
Time-Saving Automation: By eliminating paperwork and manual tracking, GoSprout made apprenticeship management more efficient, convenient, and scalable
Love for GoSprout:
GoSprout has been a game-changer, giving us a structured digital system that saves time and ensures compliance. The mobile app makes it easy to track skills, provide real-time feedback, and confidently train the next generation of surgical techs.
United Airlines
Runway to Success: United Airlines Powers Calibrate with GoSprout
Aviation/Technology
United Airlines’ Calibrate program is redefining how large-scale employers develop and retain aviation talent. By offering paid, hands-on apprenticeships, Calibrate creates structured pathways into high-demand technical roles, reducing skills gaps and strengthening workforce pipelines. The program not only builds internal talent but also expands access to quality careers across the aviation industry.
Challenges:
United Airlines faced growing complexity in managing its Calibrate apprenticeship program, with too many disconnected tools creating inefficiencies across training, compliance, and progress tracking.
Their internal system had become costly to maintain and wasn’t built to scale with the program’s rapid growth. Coordinating with multiple stakeholders while ensuring real-time visibility and regulatory compliance added layers of administrative burden that slowed momentum.
Implementation:
The implementation plan began with a collaborative onboarding process, where we align the Calibrate program’s structure, stakeholders, and goals within the platform.
GoSprout will migrate existing data, customize workflows, and integrate learning content to ensure a seamless transition from current systems. Apprentices, mentors, and administrators will receive hands-on training and ongoing support to maximize adoption and efficiency. With built-in compliance tools, real-time tracking, and scalable infrastructure, GoSprout sets Calibrate up for long-term growth and impact.
Solution Highlights:
Unified Platform: GoSprout replaces multiple tools with a single, centralized system for managing all aspects of the Calibrate program.
Automated Compliance: Real-time tracking and automated reporting ensure full alignment with DOL and internal regulatory requirements.
Real-Time Visibility: Managers, mentors, and apprentices gain clear, up-to-date insights into performance, hours, and advancement at every stage.
United can scale the Calibrate program nationally while maintaining consistency, compliance, and quality across all locations.
Apprentices experience a clearer, more engaging training journey with streamlined access to learning, progress tracking, and support.
Employer partners and internal teams save time and resources with simplified workflows and real-time program oversight.
Love for GoSprout:
We absolutely love GoSprout — it’s given us the structure, visibility, and efficiency we needed to take Calibrate to the next level. Managing compliance, tracking progress, and scaling our apprenticeship program has never been easier.
Volvo
From Manual to Modern: Volvo Trucks Streamlines Apprenticeships with GoSprout
Automotive Manufacturing
Volvo Group Trucks faced significant hurdles in establishing and managing their Registered Apprenticeship Program for Industrial Machinery Mechanics, Electricians, and Tool and Die Makers. The complexity of federal and state regulations made the registration process daunting. Additionally, the company struggled with managing a growing number of applicants and maintaining engagement with multiple employers across different trades. Ensuring compliance with industry standards added to the administrative burden, making it difficult to create a structured and scalable apprenticeship framework. These challenges impacted Volvo’s ability to effectively develop and retain skilled talent, essential for maintaining their industry leadership.
Challenges:
Volvo needed guidance on meeting federal and state registration requirements for their multi-trade apprenticeship program.
Volvo struggled with managing increasing applicant numbers and ensuring compliance.
Required a system to effectively track apprentice progress and performance.
Implementation:
GoSprout provided a comprehensive, tailored solution to address Volvo Group Trucks’
challenges. The platform offered detailed guidance throughout the federal and state registration process, simplifying the complex regulatory landscape. GoSprout’s robust applicant management tools enabled efficient handling of applications, sorting, tracking, and communication. The platform also facilitated strong employer engagement by providing collaboration tools and a dedicated employer portal. Furthermore, GoSprout’s compliance management features ensured that all industry standards and apprenticeship regulations were met, significantly reducing administrative workload. This strategic partnership enabled Volvo to develop a scalable and effective apprenticeship program, enhancing their ability to cultivate a skilled workforce and maintain their competitive edge in the automotive manufacturing industry.
Solution Highlights:
GoSprout provided step-by-step guidance.
Provided real-time data and analytics for better decision-making and program
adjustments.
Streamlined the registration process and improved applicant handling.
Outcomes:
GoSprout provided expert guidance on registration, efficient applicant management,
and compliance tools.
The platform also enhanced employer engagement and collaboration.
Love for GoSprout:
Volvo Trucks’ commitment to excellence in workforce development aligns perfectly with GoSprout’s mission to simplify and scale apprenticeship programs. By replacing manual systems with our all-in-one platform, Volvo now has full visibility and control over their apprentices’ progress, enabling them to focus on training the next generation of skilled technicians. This partnership is proof that innovation in apprenticeship management can drive success for companies and industries alike.
Yacht Habit
Building the Next Generation of Yachting Professionals
Maritime & Yachting Workforce Development
The nonprofit arm of Yacht Habit, dedicated to introducing diverse communities to yachting while preserving its traditions. It offers education, training, and workforce programs to help young minds succeed in the maritime industry.
Challenges:
The yachting industry faces workforce shortages due to challenges in attracting and
retaining skilled professionals.
Yacht Habit Foundation aimed to establish a Registered Apprenticeship Program to create a sustainable talent pipeline but encountered complexities in the process.
They needed expert guidance to structure Related Technical Instruction (RTI) and align
with state and federal apprenticeship standards.
Implementation:
Yacht Habit Foundation partnered with GoSprout to design, launch, and manage a Registered Apprenticeship Program. GoSprout streamlined paperwork, secured approval, and developed a high-quality Related Technical Instruction (RTI) curriculum to equip apprentices with essential skills. Structured as a multi-employer model, the program connects various yacht operators with a steady stream of trained professionals.
With this scalable system, the foundation is set to expand opportunities and strengthen the maritime workforce for long-term sustainability. This partnership is transforming workforce development in yachting, creating inclusive career pathways and proving apprenticeships are vital for cultivating specialized talent.
Solution Highlights:
For Yacht Habit Foundation & Industry: Launched a scalable, registered apprenticeship
program that streamlines approval processes, connects multiple employers, and builds a
diverse, skilled maritime workforce.
For Apprentices: Provides structured training, hands-on experience, and industry-recognized certifications, offering a direct path to high-paying maritime careers.
Yacht Habit Foundation partnered with GoSprout to launch a Registered Apprenticeship
Program, ensuring approval, structured curriculum, and scalability.
The multi-employer model connects various yacht employers, building a strong pipeline of skilled maritime professionals.
Love for GoSprout:
The future of yachting relies on skilled professionals, and apprenticeships are key to a sustainable workforce. GoSprout simplified the complex process, guiding us through approvals, training, and employer connections. Now, we’re not just training apprentices—we’re shaping the industry’s future.
