5. Go to www.doleta.gov/atels_bat/, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Registered Apprenticeship Web site. Complete one of the following activities by writing a short paper and/or discussing your answers in class.

a. Click on High Growth Job Training Initiative. Choose and click on one of the apprenticeship programs listed under the menu on the left side of the page. What are the purpose and goals of the program you chose?

b. Click on For Employers. Using information found within this location, discuss what a company needs to do to set up an apprenticeship program. What are the potential benefits of apprenticeship programs? What do you believe is the most important benefit? Defend your choice.