Sessions

Concurrent Session
Becoming a More Diverse Company Through Inclusive Apprenticeships in HR
203-204
In-Person Monday 10/25/2021 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM   Add to calendar
Competencies: Interpersonal (Behavioral), Workplace (Technical)
Workplace Application:
Attendees will learn how inclusive apprenticeship programs in HR and other in-demand industries are good for their business by creating a pool of qualified talent, contributing to their company's financial success, lowering turnover, bringing new perspectives to the table, and supporting DEI goals and how their companies can create their own inclusive apprenticeship programs. 

How can your company bounce back from the pandemic stronger than ever, while doubling down on your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts? Participate in inclusive HR apprenticeships! Come find out how inclusive apprenticeships in HR and other in-demand sectors can increase your company's diversity, retention, and revenue and learn the steps your company can take to implement apprenticeships that strengthen your DEI goals by implementing apprenticeships. The session will spotlight the new SHRM Foundation's Human Resource Registered Apprenticeship Program (HR RAP) and dive into best practices for inclusion of people with disabilities in your recruitment, onboarding, and training processes, presented by the Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship (PIA).

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the benefits of an inclusive apprenticeship program and how it supports their company's DEI efforts.
  • Understand how registered apprenticeship programs work and how they can partner with SHRM Foundation's HR Registered Apprenticeship Program. 
  • Advocate for the development of an inclusive apprenticeship to their company's executive leadership.
  • Understand the best practices for the recruitment, onboarding, and training of apprentices with disabilities.
  • Begin the process of establishing an inclusive apprenticeship program in their company.
Josh Christianson Photo
Presenter:
Josh Christianson, Project Director,
Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship
Mary Wright Photo
Presenter:
Mary Wright, Manager, Apprenticeship,
SHRM Foundation