Indiana University partners with school districts across Indiana to prepare K–12 teachers, principals, and school counselors through paid, U.S. Department of Labor-approved registered apprenticeships.
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How IU Registered Apprenticeships work
Indiana University’s degree apprenticeship programs provide school district employees structured, paid routes into teaching, school leadership, and school counselor roles.
The key components include paid on-the-job learning, assigned mentorship, and IU coursework. Each Registered Apprenticeship leads to a degree or certification, preparing graduates to enter education careers with real-world experience.
Indiana University provides:
- Registration and standards
- Compliance oversight and reporting
- Academic coursework coordination
- Documentation and tracking framework
- Technical assistance
School employers provide:
- Talent development direction and strategy
- Apprentice selection and hiring
- Mentorship assignment
- Supervision and competency tracking
- Local implementation oversight
Education occupations
School employer partners can implement degree apprenticeships in these areas:
Interested in becoming a Registered Apprentice?
Registered Apprenticehip candidates must be employed and selected by a participating school employer partner. Contact your district's HR office to inquire about district participation.
In the News
- Apprentices blend paid classroom experience with degree work. Read the full story
- Apprenticeships expand pathways into teaching statewide. Read the full story
- U.S. Department of Labor approves IU as apprenticeship sponsor. Read the full story
Questions about Registered Apprenticeships?
Registered Apprenticeships begin with district leadership commitment and workforce planning.
The Office of School Partnerships comes alongside to work directly with superintendents, HR leaders, and school district administrators to assess readiness and implementation timelines.
Contact our team for guidance on program eligibility, partnership models, or next steps.