Astute Talent Pathways connects North Carolina employers with motivated college talent through registered apprenticeships — combining paid, hands-on work experience with classroom instruction and college credit. A pre-apprenticeship pathway for high school seniors is coming soon, pending state approval.
Registered apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with related classroom instruction, giving employers a pipeline of skilled, loyal workers and giving students a debt-free path into a career.
Develop workers trained to your exact standards, reducing recruitment costs and increasing retention through direct investment in your team.
Apprentices gain real-world experience, an hourly wage, and industry certification — all while still working toward their college degree.
Astute handles needs assessment, program design, candidate sourcing, training, mentorship, and ongoing compliance support.
Every apprentice's schedule is built around their coursework — there's no rigid track to follow.
College students can start their apprenticeship as early as their first year, or join in year two — whichever fits their program.
Apprentices work at least 16 hours (about 2 days) per week with their employer partner, scheduled around classes.
Apprentices gain hands-on experience, a paycheck, and progress toward an industry-recognized credential as they complete their degree.
Astute Talent Pathways is pursuing state approval for a pre-apprenticeship pathway that will let 12th graders begin their journey before college.
Once approved, seniors will be able to join as pre-apprentices, getting an early start on the skills and industry exposure that carry into a full college apprenticeship. This pathway is not yet available — check back or contact us to be notified when it launches.
From healthcare to technology to business operations, Astute builds registered apprenticeship programs across high-growth occupations.
Technology
Technology
Technology
Healthcare
Healthcare
Business & Finance
Education
Business Ops, Real Estate, Hospitality
We partner with community colleges, school districts, and the state apprenticeship agency to make registered apprenticeship simple for employers.
Schedule a consultation and learn how Astute Talent Pathways can help you launch a registered apprenticeship program.
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