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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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Simformed – January/February 2025

In This Issue Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville Includes Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Training Canada Heavy Equipment Operators in the Workforce Infographic Maintenance Tips for Maximum Uptime Series: Mining

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February 4, 2025
Kevin Martin Simformotion Employee Spotlight
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Simformotion Spotlight – Kevin Martin

Why did you choose to work at Simformotion? Over the years, I have designed, supported, and enhanced embedded interface technologies for Simformotion while eagerly watching the industry grow. Since the

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January 27, 2025
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Simformed November/December 2024

In This Issue New Cat® Simulators Small Dozer System Cat Simulators Motion System Provide Real-World Machine Behavior, Making Heavy Equipment Operating Learning More Effective and Realistic HMS Safety Tips Infographic

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December 3, 2024
Cat Simulators Hydraulic Mining Shovel Software
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Simformed September/October 2024

In This Issue New Cat® Simulators Hydraulic Mining Shovel System Northwestern Alaska Career and Technical Center Provides High School Students with Vocational Exploration, Life and Work Readiness Skills New Apprenticeship

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September 30, 2024
Collaborative Worksite Training for Construction
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Simformed July/August 2024

In This Issue New Cat® Simulators Collaborative Worksite TrainingTM Package The Spotlight 2024, Issue 1 Georgia’s Heavy Equipment Operator Training Event Articulated Truck Walkaround Infographic We’re on Instagram Cat® Simulators

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July 30, 2024

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