For generations, apprenticeships have been a cornerstone of workforce training, preparing workers for skilled trades but rarely leading to a college credential. In Michigan, a new initiative seeks to change that.
Launched by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity in 2025, the Michigan College Credit for Apprenticeships Program allows people enrolled in registered apprenticeship programs to earn college credit for their on-the-job training. Depending on the apprenticeship program and credits awarded, state leaders said, some participants may need only one additional semester of coursework to earn an associate degree.
The initiative is part of Michigan’s broader effort to increase the share of working-age residents with a degree or postsecondary credential. The state has set a goal of reaching 60 percent attainment by 2030; currently, 51.8 percent of residents have earned a credential, while college enrollment has continued to decline.
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