San Antonio, Texas, March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – New Apprenticeship (NEW), a federally registered tech apprenticeship program has graduated the first cohort of tech apprentices. The group of learners based in Dallas, TX, and Raleigh, NC have successfully completed a rigorous 12-month apprenticeship program with Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting.
After completing information technology coursework in addition to on-the-job training, graduating apprentices possess the skills needed to become leaders in the tech industry. NEW’s expert instructors in IT Services and Incident Management, have augmented and accelerated the on-the-job experience and mentorship they receive at Infosys. This historic conclusion furthers NEW’s firm mission to open up tech career opportunities for high -potential talent in under -representation communities. All graduates now possess an apprenticeship mindset focused on lifelong learning and mastery in their field.
Brad Voeller, CEO at NEW, reflects on the journey of the partnership with Infosys: “Two years ago we started talking to Infosys management about reinventing their early career in acquiring tech through Apprenticeship “Their decades of experience in pioneering innovative talent techniques, and their vision to champion a more sustainable model have made that dream come true.”
Tan Moorthy, Executive Vice President of Infosys said, “The power of apprenticeship programs is their recognition of potential. Delivering skills through on-the-job training is focused on what exactly “needed for success and allowing the apprentice to show their ability. It’s a win for the apprentice and a win for the company. We look forward to seeing excellence from our next apprenticeship cohort.”
These recent graduates have succeeded Infosys with 100+ NEW apprentices hired in 2021 and an additional 100+ currently training for apprenticeship opportunities in Q1 of 2022. In their Tech Process Associate roles, supported by apprentice Infosys in applying IT service management principles and practices to support employees or business users, who use software/platforms to set up necessary business functions, such as workflows, monitoring, security or other functions, and more.
Many of NEW’s recent apprenticeship graduates have also completed in-demand certifications such as ServiceNow Certified Systems Administrator (CSA), Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS), and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), validating their skills and credentials within the tech industry. All graduates will also receive a United States Department of Labor Apprenticeship Certification that demonstrates an impressive list of proven, on-the-job competencies.
Additionally, NEW apprenticeship graduates earn credits for their bachelor’s degrees through Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). NEW and SNHU have partnered to provide this opportunity to all apprentices as part of their collaborative degree apprenticeship model in case the apprentice decides they want to pursue their degree at SNHU.
“SNHU and NEW have developed something particularly unique together for apprentices and employers,” said Jeremy Owens, Associate VP of University Partnerships, SNHU. “Through this work with NEW, SNHU continues to help guide apprentices to new opportunities that allow them to be more mobile in careers for the workforce. We are really excited to give all approved NEW apprentices access and the opportunity to pursue their degree. ”
NEW is excited to congratulate these graduates and hopes to celebrate their future achievements as they continue to grow and become leaders in technology.
About the New Apprenticeship
Founded in 2016 in San Antonio, TX, New Apprenticeship partners with employers national to transform lives by bridging the gap between what schools teach and only experience can bring. Offering programs not only in IT, but in Digital Marketing, AWS Cloud Computing, and Data Analytics as well, NEW offers a unique approach to both learning and acquisition. The organization continues to provide talent for employers in need of a skilled, adaptable, and future-ready workforce. NEW’s experience-based learning and performance coaching system gives talent the skills they need to accelerate their careers and provides employers with highly qualified and productive talent, creating future leaders in technology. For more information visit: NewApprenticeship.com. Employers can learn more about NEW’s talent solution here.
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