About the Scheme

• The National Apprenticeship Training Scheme is a one year programme equipping technically qualified youth with practical knowledge and skills required in their field of work. 
• The Apprentices are imparted training by the organizations at their place of work. 
• During the period of apprenticeship, the apprentices are paid a stipend amount, 50% of which is reimbursable to the employer from the Government of India. 
• At the end of the training period the apprentices are issued a Certificate of Proficiency by the Government of India which can be registered at all employment exchanges across India as valid employment experience. 
• The apprentices are placed for training at Central, State and Private organizations which have excellent training facilities. 
• The scheme has demonstrated to enhance the employability of students who have successfully completed the apprenticeship training. 

Why in News?

• The Union Cabinet has approved continuation of the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme for next five years. 
• This increased expenditure on apprenticeship is in line with the thrust which National Education Policy 2020 has given to apprenticeship.

Reference:

1. https://newsonair.gov.in/News?title=Govt-approves-continuation-of-National-Apprenticeship-Training-Scheme-for-next-5-years&id=430227