Think Small. Build Big. One Apprentice at a Time.

Think Small. Build Big. One Apprentice at a Time.  (Earn 1.5 CEUs)

Join us for an exclusive Panel Discussion on the game-changing benefits of implementing apprenticeship programs in your company!  

Panelist include: 
Mary Jo Berry, Operations Manager/Apprentice Sponsor, Full Service Chimney
Roberta Rowland, Director of Business Services Representative, Workforce Partnership Kansas City
Makayla Hagenhoff, Apprenticeship Manager,  Workforce Partnership Kansas City
Eryn Knecht, Program Manager, Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship
Stefen Townsend, Full Employment Council
Rohina Behrmann, Full Employment Council
The Collectives Apprentice Focus Group Members!

📅 Date: April 16, 2025
📍 Location: McCray Millwork 3200 McCormick Rd, Kansas City, KS  66115
🕒 Time: 11 am - Lunch
                11:45 am - 1 pm Panel 

Discover how registered apprenticeship programs can transform your workforce by improving recruitment, retention, and overall company culture. Our expert panel will guide you through:  

✅ The Business Benefits – How apprenticeship programs strengthen your team and improve project outcomes.  
✅ Tax Credits & Incentives – Learn about financial benefits available to employers.  
✅ Your Role as an Employer – Understand expectations, training structures, and how to integrate apprentices into your company.  
✅ The Collective’s Support – Discover how we provide resources, mentorship, and ongoing assistance to ensure your success.  
✅ Inside the RAPIDS Experience – Get a firsthand look at how apprentices track progress and skill development.  
✅ Real-World Impact – Hear from a company that has successfully implemented an apprenticeship program and how it has elevated their workforce and revolutionized recruiting.  

Think Small. Build Big. One Apprentice at a Time.
A Workforce Development Initiative by the Professional Remodeling Collective

How It Works: A Remodeling-Focused Registered Apprenticeship Program

Our Why
The remodeling industry isn’t like other trades—it’s personal. Every project tells a story, every job site is someone’s home or business, and every interaction reflects the human side of our work. The Professional Remodeling Collective believes the future of this industry lies in thoughtful, individualized training that blends craftsmanship with communication, professionalism, and customer care.

Program Overview
What is the Collective's Registered Apprenticeship Program?
A structured, flexible training model built for remodeling—designed by remodelers, for remodelers. The Collective is the multi-employer sponsor, providing minimal standards in core competencies, pay scale, and continuing education (CEU) requirements, while allowing employers to customize and grow from that base.

How does it work?

• Employers enroll in the Collective’s apprenticeship program. Currently this is a member only program. Join now! 
• Each apprentice is matched 1:1 with a trainer (journeyman).
• Employers follow the minimum program standards but can:
  • Pay more than the published scale
  • Add competencies or unique skills
• Apprentices complete 144 hours of CEU per apprentice year, including online human-centric customer service training and leadership training provided by the Collective through RemodelED.
• Employers benefit from a clear recruiting framework, defined onboarding, and tax credits (where available by state)
• Past experience counts: Apprentices can receive credit toward their program for relevant experience, allowing for faster advancement and individualized learning paths.

• Direct response to industry need: The Collective serves on the Remodeling Futures Steering Committee of the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, whose recent report confirms a growing labor gap in remodeling-specific skilled trades.
• A powerful tool for our members: Whether you’re a small team or large firm, this program helps you:
  • Recruit talent with confidence
  • Provide professional onboarding experience
  • Clearly define pay scale and skill development
• Invest in the future: No matter how small or big your company is, your commitment is an investment in the future. Help shape the next generation of remodelers who are not just technically skilled—but excellent team players, communicators, and professionals.

• Carpenter – Remodeling Specialist (3 year program)
• Project Management Specialist (1 year program)
• Designer – Remodeling Specialist (2 year program)
• Home Improvement Specialist (Handyman) (TBD)
• Sales – Remodeling Specialist (TBD)
• Tile Installer – Remodeling Specialist (TBD)

• Countertop Installer
• Stone Fabricator
• Flooring Installer
• Cabinet Builder
• Door Builder
• Painter

• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Administrative Support