Lincoln Tech Apprenticeship Courses Certified

The state Department of Labor has certified new apprenticeship coursework programs run by vocational training organization Lincoln Technical Institute.

Lincoln’s electrical and electronic systems technology and air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems programs all meet rigorous state and federal standards for registered apprenticeship training.

The certifications were announced April 30 at an event in New Britain recognizing National Apprenticeship Week and highlighting growing opportunities for apprentices in Connecticut.

“Connecticut is committed to workforce development and preparing highly skilled workers for in-demand careers,” Gov. Lamont said at the event.

“Registered apprenticeships are a great way to develop a diverse, job-ready workforce that meet the needs of employers and provide good careers for workers.

“Congratulations to Lincoln Technical Institute and our Department of Labor on getting these courses out there.”

Meeting Workforce Needs

Lincoln’s coursework programs incorporate advances in electrical and HVAC technology and were expanded to include other critical professional skills.

The programs are scheduled to begin next month at Lincoln’s New Britain, East Windsor, and Shelton campuses and represent 1,200 hours of industry-specific instruction and professional development.

The programs are aligned to meet Connecticut’s workforce needs, with the state expected to add more than 13,000 positions in HVAC and electrical by 2032, based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

“In addition to our technical training, Lincoln students leave our programs career-ready, professional, and proficient in other skills important to employers,” Lincoln CEO Scott Shaw said.

Connecticut businesses currently employ about 7,000 registered apprentices.

“As technology advances, so must the training we offer to our students who are interested in becoming registered apprentices.”

Over 1,800 Connecticut businesses currently employ about 7,000 registered apprentices working across more than 50 occupational areas

“Today underscores the importance of partnerships in preparing the next generation of registered apprentices,” deputy labor commissioner Scott Polzella said.

“These are important jobs that require specific expertise—skills that Connecticut’s registered apprentices will now have.”