Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program is sponsored by Maryland Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship. This program provides reimbursement to Maryland Registered Apprenticeship sponsors and employers to offset the cost of recruiting and training Registered Apprentices, with a higher incentive for High School Level Registered Apprentices.

Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program - Office of Apprenticeship - Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning Accessibility Information Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program - Office of Apprenticeship Maryland is investing in apprenticeship as a proven workforce solution.

The Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program helps employers offset the cost of training Registered Apprentices, making it easier to build skilled talent while growing your business. Important Notice: One-Time Exception to MAIP Application Deadline The Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program (MAIP) Policy requires sponsors or employers to submit applications within 30 days of registering a Registered Apprentice with MD Labor.

However, under the Process for Policy Development Policy, the Assistant Secretary of the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) may grant written exceptions to active policies under certain circumstances. The DWDAL Assistant Secretary has approved a one-time blanket exception to the 30-day MAIP application deadline for certain employers or sponsors.

An employer or sponsor may qualify for this exception if they: Hired a new Registered Apprentice between March 1, 2025 and January 28, 2026, who has completed or will complete seven months in a Registered Apprenticeship on or after October 1, 2025 Registered the apprentice with MD Labor within 30 days of hire Otherwise meets all requirements outlined in the MAIP policy and grant agreement This exception is intended to ensure that employers and sponsors who became eligible for reimbursement on or after October 1, 2025, the date the MAIP authorizing statute took effect, are able to access reimbursement available through the MAIP program.

All other MAIP program terms and requirements remain in effect as outlined in the MAIP policy. Under the Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program, Maryland Registered Apprenticeship sponsors or employers may receive up to $3,000 for each newly registered adult apprentice, or up to $7,500 for each newly registered high school level apprentice, to offset eligible training expenses.

Grant funds may be used to support a range of apprenticeship-related expenses, including: Instructional expenses (tuition, fees, books, materials) Mentorship and on-the-job learning expenses Apprentice recruitment expenses Costs associated with disability accommodations Supportive services for apprentices Applications must be submitted within 30 days of an apprentice’s initial registration with the MD Labor Office of Apprenticeship Apprentices must be within their first year of employment as a Registered Apprentice Apprentices must remain employed and registered for at least seven months following application submission Additional details, limitations, and eligibility requirements are outlined in the Program policy.

Established under the Registered Apprenticeship Investment for a Stronger Economy (RAISE) Act, the Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program is a grant program designed to assist Maryland businesses with the costs of training Registered Apprentices.

By reducing barriers to participation and supporting employer investment in Registered Apprenticeship, the Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program advances Maryland’s commitment to expanding apprenticeship opportunities, building a pipeline of skilled workers, and aligning training with industry needs. For additional information about the Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program, contact [email protected] .

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