Develop a skilled workforce, meet IRA apprenticeship requirements, and support prevailing wage compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) through Thrive Techs.

For over 25 years, Thrive Techs has partnered with the Construction and Renewable Energy industries to redefine workforce development. We create customized, employer-driven apprenticeship and training programs that align with industry needs and prepare individuals with the hands-on skills required to succeed on the job. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and measurable results is why organizations choose Thrive Techs.

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Thrive Techs ensures your training and apprenticeship programs align with all required standards, so you can focus on building your workforce with confidence.

IRA-Compliant Registered Apprenticeship Programs for Construction & Renewable Energy Employers

Prevailing Wage Apprenticeship Requirement

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law on August 16, 2022, provides enhanced clean‑energy tax incentives for taxpayers who satisfy specific prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements.

To meet the IRA’s prevailing wage requirement, taxpayers must ensure that all laborers and mechanics performing construction, alteration, or repair work on a qualified facility are paid no less than the applicable Davis‑Bacon prevailing wage rates, as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor.

To meet the IRA’s apprenticeship requirements, taxpayers must comply with both the participation and labor‑hours components:

• Participation Requirement: Any taxpayer, contractor, or subcontractor employing four or more individuals at any point during the construction, alteration, or repair of a facility must employ at least one qualified apprentice.

• Labor‑Hours Requirement: A minimum percentage of total labor hours on the project must be performed by Apprentices who are registered in an approved US Department of Labor or State Apprenticeship Agency Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). The Employer sponsoring the Apprentice is required to adhere to the prescribed Apprentice-to-Journey Worker ratio on a daily basis.

On June 25, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued the final rule governing compliance with the IRA’s prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PWA) requirements. Subsequently, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed on July 4, 2025, accelerated the phase‑outs for Section 48E projects while maintaining tax incentives for other energy projects and preserving the PWA requirements.

Apprenticeship Annual Cost, $750 - $1495 per Apprentice Includes:

Occupations:

• Artificial Intelligence

• Construction Craft Laborer

• Electrical

• Line Erector/Linemen

• Project Manager

• Heavy Equipment Operator - Pending

Registration of Apprentices

• Register Employees with US DOL or State Apprenticeship Agency.

• Process IRA and/or Davis Bacon certifications for prevailing wage projects.

• Provide documentation regarding Apprentice-to-Journeyworker ratios and wage schedules.

Administration of Registered Apprenticeship

• Unlimited US DOL Davis Bacon Apprentice Verification Certificates

• Monitor and Track Related Technical Instruction (coursework) and on-the-job learning/training hours.

• Document proof to support any granting of advanced standing or credit.

• Keep track of each apprentice’s ongoing advancements.

• Manage cancellations, suspensions, transfers, and completions as needed.

• And more...

Delivery of Flexible Related Technical Instruction (coursework)

• Utilize curriculum that aligns with the occupational needs and industry standards.

• Deliver training through instructor led and/or virtual instruction.

• Administer and Track apprentice training and award of credentials accordingly

• Success Coaches who mentor apprentices and provides regular feedback and support

We support compliance with:

• Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) apprenticeship requirements

• Davis-Bacon & Prevailing Wage projects

• U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs)
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• Construction Craft Laborer, Electrical, Linemen, Project Manager, Safety, and Artificial Intelligence, ....