Welcome to AACC’s hub for developing electric vehicle registered apprenticeships across the expanding electrified transportation sector. Whether you’re an educator, employer, or community leader, this site is designed to help you launch, strengthen, or scale EV training programs that address real workforce needs.
The EV industry is evolving —and so is the demand for a skilled, adaptable, and safety-conscious workforce. From gigafactory technicians to skilled equipment maintenance workers, the jobs of tomorrow require new skill sets, new standards, and creative partnerships.
Who is this site for?
- Colleges and training providers building curriculum or launching new apprenticeship tracks.
- Employers looking to upskill or hire new talent.
- Community groups and governments looking to boost understanding of the EV apprenticeship ecosystem.
How to Navigate
- Explore each sector’s page to see promising practices, curriculum samples, and credentials.
- Download templates, tools, and sample syllabi.
- Join upcoming events and conferences listed in each section.
- Reach out if you’re ready to partner on workforce development.
What you will find on this site
These resources explore five critical pillars of the EV workforce—each with their own unique apprenticeship opportunities, training models, and success stories:
- Battery Manufacturing
- Vehicle Assembly and Manufacturing
- EV Infrastructure
- Maintenance & Repair
- Safety & Environmental Health
You will also find information about EV apprenticeship best practices, including:
- Establishing EV Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways
- When to Register an Apprenticeship vs. Not Register an Apprenticeship
- Corporate Management of Apprenticeship Programs
Finding Commonality Across All Sectors
- Soft skills matter. Communication, time management, and workplace essentials like managing finances and nutrition can make or break retention, especially for early career workers.
- Local partnerships are key. Employers, colleges, and regional governments must co-design programs that serve the local labor markets.
- Stackable credentials work and are highly desired. Modular programs that allow learners to “earn and learn” are more flexible and inclusive and have higher retention rates.
- Wraparound services create success. Transportation, mentorship, and flexible scheduling can dramatically improve program completion and satisfaction in programming.
- Safety is foundational.
Community Resources
Partners play an important strategic role in the success of apprenticeship programs. In addition to partnering with colleges, AACC collaborated on the EV Hub with key partners across multiple sectors to develop resources and materials that support the creation and expansion of EV apprenticeships. Some of these partners include: