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The Future of Apprenticeships in North America

May 13, 2026

How simulation-based training develops skills and prepares job-ready operators Apprenticeships are resurging across North America as industries search for sustainable ways to build skilled talent. The construction industry alone needs more than 500,000 skilled workers every year, and heavy equipment operators remain among the highest-demand roles. As employers face rising workforce shortages, apprenticeships offer a proven pathway to develop job-ready talent. A major shift is underway toward competency-based education, where apprentices advance by demonstrating competence rather than by meeting a set number of hours. Individuals now pursue apprenticeships not only to enter the field but also to reskill and upgrade their

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Boddington Gold Mine

The road to gold begins in Perth, Australia. Boasting the world’s largest gold mine, Boddington, the mine reached 2 million ounces of gold produced in 2012 and expected total gold

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April 27, 2021
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Dexter Institute Private Career College

The Dexter Institute Private Career College, Nova Scotia, offers students extensive theory and practical training in heavy equipment operation. Starting in February each year, the Heavy Equipment Operator Program trains

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April 20, 2021
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National Safety Zone Awareness Week

Each year there are thousands of crashes in roadway construction zones. National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), April 26th-30th, encourages safe driving through highway work zones. Help bring awareness and

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April 19, 2021
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Simformed March/April 2021

In This Issue Skill Builder Simulator Line. Accepting Bitcoin. Download a free infographic on Blind Spot Awareness. See Collins Career Center’s New Heavy Equipment Program. New Cat® Simulators Skill Builder

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March 30, 2021
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Simformed January/February 2021

In This Issue Live stream Cat® Simulators training & demos. Develop a workforce with community input. Download a free infographic on safety. Full & compact simulators available.  Live Stream Room

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February 4, 2021
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Simformed November/December 2020

In This Issue Free Publicity. Cat® Simulators Support. Excavator Curriculum. Fatigue Danger. Free Publicity Want some free publicity for your heavy equipment operator program? The simulators are an excellent hook.

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December 1, 2020
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Simformed September/ October 2020

In This Issue Compact, Portable Training. SimLite Excavator. Grant Opportunities. Heavy Equipment Curriculum. SimLite for Easy Travel & Remote Learning The pandemic has created a need for more remote learning

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September 29, 2020
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Build 21st Century Skills

What will it take to be a successful heavy equipment operator in today’s workplace? A set of 21st century skills. How do you build them? Integrate Cat® Simulators + SimScholars™

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July 30, 2020
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Simformed July/August 2020

In This Issue New Compact Simulator. Meet our Scholarship Winner. Importance of a Machine Walkaround. Measurable Benchmarks. Online training sessions. Coming Soon! SimLite Excavator We have an exciting announcement: We

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July 30, 2020
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Simformed May/June 2020

Free Online Training Sessions During this global pandemic, we know that online training options are more important than ever. While we are all sheltering in place, it is a great

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June 2, 2020

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