Blue Ridge Community College and the Henderson County Chamber are continuing their partnership to connect education and employment though local apprenticeship programs.

Apprenticeships offer students the opportunity to earn a paycheck while gaining valuable hands-on experience and classroom training. These programs are open for applicants ages 18 and up, including recent high school graduates, adult learners and those looking to change careers.

These programs are made possible through strong partnerships between Blue Ridge Community College, The Chamber, and local employers. Interested in joining the program as an employer? We encourage you to reach out and learn how these programs can help develop future skilled professionals.

Since its launch in 2019, Apprenticeship Blue Ridge has significantly expanded workforce development opportunities through Blue Ridge Community College. The program began with the “Made in Henderson County” mechatronics engineering pathway to address local manufacturing needs and has since grown to include a network of over 60 employers and multiple career pathways. 

As of 2025, more than 300 apprentices from Western North Carolina and beyond have been served to date through the program, benefiting from strong partnerships with economic development agencies and local chambers of commerce. Through industry collaboration and community engagement, Apprenticeship Blue Ridge continues to shape the future of the local and regional workforce.

For any questions regarding the program, visit blueridge.edu/apprenticeships or contact the Chamber.