2024 USMAP Program
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) continues to provide strong results for our service members and participating partners.
2024 USMAP Program
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) continues to provide strong results for our service members and participating partners.
Value of Apprenticeships
What do service members gain from USMAP?
From increased earnings potential and enhanced career advancement to opportunities for educational growth and continued employment, apprenticeships offer a comprehensive platform for building successful and fulfilling careers for our service members, post-service.
Maximize Earning Potential
Service members completing apprenticeships see significant salary increases, with higher completion rates correlating with higher earnings.
Enhanced Wage Growth and Lifetime Earning
Service members in apprenticeships experience a 49% earnings increase after completing the apprenticeship, highlighting immediate financial benefits and a path to higher lifetime earnings due to their new skills and certifications.
Industry-Leading Advancement
The tailored training and skills acquired through apprenticeships lead to substantial earnings growth, outpacing traditional entry-level positions, especially in technology and healthcare sectors.
Educational Advancement
Apprenticeships can be pathways to higher education achievements, including associate's, bachelor's, or even master's degrees.
Continued Employment Post-Apprenticeship
Most service members remain with their sponsoring employer, demonstrating the strength of the apprenticeship bond.
Diverse Opportunities, Diverse Rewards
Earnings growth for service members in apprenticeships is inclusive, showing substantial increases across different races, ethnicities, and gender.
How do employers benefit from hiring USMAP apprentices?
Service members bring proven dedication, discipline, and a strong work ethic, along with valuable skills and certifications acquired through their training. Tapping into this talent pool helps employers reap numerous benefits; they not only gain skilled workers but also contribute to the fulfillment of supporting our service members.
Strategic Pipeline Development
A reliable pipeline of veteran apprentices ensures a steady flow of skilled workers, enhancing the firm's ability to meet demand fluctuations.
Reduced Training Costs
The combination of related technical instruction and on-the-job learning in apprenticeships ensures efficient and cost-effective training for veterans, who often have foundational skills from their military service.
Dual Return on Investment
Employers see substantial returns, with direct and indirect benefits ranging between $25,000 and $30,000 per registered apprentice, while apprentices also boost company growth post-training, driving increased earnings across sectors.
Sustained Employment
Two-thirds of apprentices remain with their sponsoring employer, demonstrating strong loyalty and reducing turnover costs.
Cultural Enhancement
Apprenticeships contribute to firm culture with higher employee engagement, loyalty, and a workforce aligned with the company's mission and values.
Optimized Size Benefits
Employers of all sizes gain net benefits from apprenticeships, with smaller employers in particular seeing higher net benefits per apprentice due to a more personalized training approach.
Stories of Success
"Navy COOL was the most important tool I used to make informed decisions on which certifications, licenses, and apprenticeships would be the best fit for my personal journey as a leader, Career Counselor, and Enlisted Classifier. As I am planning to transition from Naval service, I have utilized all the resources of the Navy Credentialing Programs including USMAP for my earned apprenticeships, Counselor (Professional & Kindred), Electronics Technician (Professional & Kindred), and Maintenance Mechanic (Any Industry), and am also working toward completing Sourcing Recruiter. Using MilGears, I plan to input my JST and earned USMAP apprenticeships to create a downloadable resume highlighting my Naval training and experiences for the next step in my career search."