Sponsorship & Compliance
Q: What is a fractional sponsor?
A fractional sponsor is when Apprentix acts as the official registered sponsor, so you don’t have to create your own program or join a union.
Q: How quickly can we become compliant?
Same day. Once you join, your employees can be registered as apprentices immediately.
Q: Who enforces compliance?
The IRS enforces IRA requirements (because of tax credits).
The Department of Labor enforces apprenticeship rules.
Private compliance and auditing firms may also review documentation.
Q: Do I have to recruit new apprentices through Apprentix?
No. You convert your own employees into registered apprentices using our platform.
Apprenticeship Program
Q: What trades/occupations are supported?
Apprentix is federally approved in six:
Craft laborer
Heavy equipment operator
Electrician
Surveyor
Wind turbine technician
Pipe fitter
Q: Can apprentices work across state lines?
Yes. Apprentix uses reciprocity agreements to allow apprentices to work nationwide without re-registering in every state.
Q: How does classroom instruction work?
Contractors can provide in-house training or use third-party education providers. Apprentix supplies the standards but does not deliver technical instruction. Apprentix will map what you're already doing to the standards for non-licensed trades so that you can get credit for what you're already doing.
Q: Can Apprentix help us find education providers?
Yes, Apprentix will make introductions to you for education providers relevant to the craft.