The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is the coordinating and oversight body for Wisconsin’s 16 public, two-year technical colleges that prepare students to thrive in the face of rapid changes in the workplace, creating economic vitality for individuals, employers and communities throughout the state.
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From Training to Career: Ascendium Equips Hundreds of Apprentices with Tools of the Trade Scholarship
Wisconsin employers struggle to find, attract, and keep qualified employees, especially in skilled labor occupations where individuals need specialized training for in-demand jobs. Apprenticeships can offer a solution to employers who face shortages of skilled labor by allowing them to create their own highly skilled workforce. According to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (Wisconsin DWD-BAS), over 3,000 employers are currently involved in Wisconsin apprenticeship. These employers train thousands of registered apprentices annually in around 200 occupations, with new occupations approved regularly as employment needs shift over time.
WTCS celebrates Aspen Prize winner Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is proud to celebrate Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, of one of its 16 colleges, for winning the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Apprenticeship Completion Report
Are you curious about how apprenticeships are shaping careers and futures? A recent survey of apprenticeship completers in Wisconsin has some exciting insights to share.