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What is TIRAP?

The Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (“TIRAP”) is a joint venture of the Department of Labor, government agencies, and the telecommunications industry members invested in improving workplace quality, safety and efficiency, by addressing industry workforce needs, and providing employment and advancement opportunities. The TIRAP is governed by By-Laws that provide for administration through an Executive Board. The Executive Board is comprised of individual members of the telecommunications industry who are nominated and elected to the board. For the current list of TIRAP executive board members and advisors, click here.

The TIRAP Board is responsible for:

  • Identifying apprenticeable occupations
  • Developing and updating the work process for the program
  • Developing and updating a career lattice framework
  • Identifying additional topics/areas of expertise and development of the minimum training requirement
  • Reviewing employer program progress
  • Coordinating and consulting with the DoLOA and other partners on program improvement
  • Facilitating communication in the industry
  • Supporting the industries needs for quality, safety and efficency

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TIRAP Updates

  • Department of Labor Approves More High-growth Industry Career Path Opportunities January 13, 2021
  • WIA Announces New Member on Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program Advisory Board October 26, 2020
  • DoL Awards WIA Funding to Develop 5G Workforce September 28, 2020

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