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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 2023

In This Issue 2022 Cat® Simulators Student Showdown Winners | Dozer Operator Safety Tips Infographic | Catholic Charities Community Services Provides Career Pathways | Free Training Sessions: Cat® Simulators and

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January 31, 2023
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Simformed Nov/Dec 2022

In This Issue Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville Helps Meet Industry Needs With Heavy Equipment Operator Training, Cat® Simulators Demand for Heavy Equipment Operator Infographic, Cat Simulators Systems and

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December 1, 2022
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Ag Chemical Safety Infographic

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates 20,000 physician-diagnosed pesticide poisonings occur each year among the approximately 2 million U.S. agricultural workers. Knowing how to handle, when to apply and how

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October 24, 2022

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