Partnering for Progress:
PCCA and LAC
LAC, LASCE & The Power & Communication Contractors Association
The Power & Communication Contractors Association (PCCA) is the national trade association representing companies that construct broadband systems and electric power facilities, including transmission and distribution lines, as well as substations.
Learning Alliance Corporation (LAC) and Learning Alliance School of Continuing Education (LASCE) collaborate with PCCA to provide Department of Labor-registered Apprenticeship Programs and customized educational and training solutions. By equipping members' workforces with in-demand credentials and ensuring compliance with Davis-Bacon, Prevailing Wage, and Inflation Reduction Act regulations, we enhance productivity and contribute to the overall business's bottom line.
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Nationwide Approval Map –
U.S. Registered Apprenticeship Programs
State-Approved Programs Offered by Learning Alliance
Additional Approved Areas:
- Marshall Islands
- American Samoan
- Micronesia
- Northern Mariana Island
- Palau
- Puerto Rico
ERISA
Backed Apprenticeship Programs (Davis-Bacon Act Compliant)
The Learning Alliance Corporation (LAC) ERISA-covered apprenticeship programs align seamleasly with our Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP's), offering employers a comprehensive solution to meet the requirements of public projects amd Requests for Proposals (RFP's) often awarded to unions. Through the strategic intergration of ERISA standards, RAP's, and David-Bacon Act compliance, our programs provide unparalleled advantages for employers seeking to compete in the public sector while investing in a skilled workforce.
Key Benefits of the LAC ERISA Backed Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP's)
1) Compliance
with Davis-Bacon Act Requirements
The Davis-Bacon Act mandates that contractors on federally funded
construction projects pay prevailing wages and benefits, often including participation
in approved apprenticeship programs. The LAC ERISA-backed RAP’s provide:
· Prevailing Wage Benefits: Apprenticeship
Standards to comply with Prevailing Wage Requirements.
· Certified Apprenticeship Programs: Registered
with the U.S Department of Labor, our programs satisfy prevailing wage
apprenticeship standards.
2) Enhanced Competitiveness in
the Public RFP’s
Public projects frequently prioritize contractors with robust training
and workforce development initiatives. LAC’s RAP’s and ERISA programs help
employers:
· Meet Training Benchmarks: Demonstrate a
commitment to workforce training and compliance with apprenticeship utilization
requirements.
· Achieve Preferrred Bidder Status: Align
with union-level apprenticeship standards, enhancing bid competitiveness.
3) Alignment
with Union-Level Standards
Union apprenticeship programs often set the benchmark for skills
training and workforce benefits. The LAC ERISA-backed RAP’s delivers equivalent
advantages, including:
· Structured Training Pathways: Comprehensive RAP’s that mirror union offerings in quality and rigor.
· Retirement and Fringe Benefits: The support and system needed to help employees align internal retirement plans and health benefits with ERISA-compliant retirement plans ensures parity with union benefit structures.
4) Streamlined
Workforce Development
The LAC ERISA-backed RAP’s integrate workforce development and
benefits administration into a single framework, supporting employers in
building a pipeline of skilled professionals. This includes:
· Customizable Training Programs: Tailored to
industry needs, ensuring that apprentices meet specific project requirements.
· Wraparound Support Services: Success coaches, mentors
and supportive services to reduce barriers to participation.
· Skill Certification and Credentialing:
Apprentices receive industry-recognized certifications that boost employer credibility
and workforce readiness.
5) Cost-Effective
Compliance
Our programs reduce the cost and complexity of compliance with
apprenticeship and benefit requirements by offering:
· Centralized Administration: Simplifies reporting
and management of apprenticeships.
· Tax Advantages: Contributions to ERISA plans are tax-deductible, offering financial incentives to employers.
· Long-Term ROI: Investment in the programs ensure
a well-trained, loyal workforce that reduces turnover and recruitment cost.
6) Support for Economically Disadvantaged
Communities
Employes participating in the LAC ERISA-backed RAP’s gain access to
a diverse talent pool, including veterans, minorities and economically
disadvantaged individuals. Benefits include:
· Community Development Impact: Demonstrates corporate social responsibility by investing in underserved communities.
7) Seamless Integration of Retirement
Benefits
Employers offering retirement and benefit(s) to employees
historically gain the following benefits:
·
Employee Retention: Enhanced benefits improve
employee satisfaction and loyalty.
·
Competitive Advantage: Aligning with union-equivalent
retirement benefits strengthens employer bids.
How do RAP's Work?
The Learning Alliance Corporation ERISA programs offer employers a powerful tool to meet the rigorous requirements of public projects while investing in a future-ready workforce. By aligning with RAP's and meeting Davis-Bacon Act standards, the programs ensure compliance, enhance competitiveness, and foster economic and workforce development. Employers partnering with LAC gain access to a proven framework for success in both private and public sector projects.
Registration and Certification
Employers partner with LAC to enroll apprentices in our Registered Apprenticeship Programs. All programs are certified by the U.S Department of Labor to meet federal and state requirements.
Reporting and Compliance
LAC provides comprehensive support for compliance documentation, including:
· Benefit allocation reports
· Program performance metrics
ERISA Trust Administration
Employers work with LAC to align internal benefits for compliance. If an employer doesn't have a benefits solution, the employer will have the option to contribute to the LAC ERISA Trust, which manages retirement and fringe benefits in compliance with federal regulations, including:
· Defined benefit or defined contribution plans.
Comprehensive Training Delivery
Apprentices receive training through LAC's RAP's, which include:
· On-the-job training under experienced mentors.
· Classroom instruction aligned with industry standards.
· Certification in high-demand skills such as telecommunications, construction and heavy equipment operation
Apprenticeships Provided by LASCE
Learning Alliance School of Continuing Education (LASCE) is a rapidly expanding Registered Apprenticeship Program Sponsor in Florida and nationwide. As an apprenticeship program sponsor, LASCE serves underrepresented communities through career development pathways in Information Technology, Advanced Communications, and Renewable Energy. All apprenticeships provided by LASCE are approved by the U.S Deparment of Education, the U.S Deparment of Labor and the U.S Department of Veteran Affairs.
Some of the apprenticeships we provide are:
· Electrical
· Line Erector (Power-Line Distribution Erector)
· Energy Technician 1
· Telecommunications Technician
· Fiber Optics Technician
· Overhead Utility Installer Technician
· Subsurface Utility Technician
· Underground Utility Installer Technician
· Central Office Technician
· Project Manager
Grant
Services
Learning Alliance Corporation (LAC) offers comprehensice
Grant Services to support organizations in accessing critical funding
opportunities from the U.S Department of Labor (DOL), U.S Deparment of
Education (DOE) and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs.
LAC specializes in aligning training programs with federal and state workforce
development priorities, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and
optimizing funding utilization.
By leveraging expertise in workforce readiness, registered apprenticeships, and career-focused education, LAC assists partners in developing and managing proposals that meet the high standards of these funding sources. Through these Grant Services, LAC empowers communities by expanding access to skills training, enhancing job retention outcomes, and driving economic development through federally supported innitiatives.
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