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Instructional design for vocational education and training programs has traditionally struggled to meet their desired goals. In particular, apprenticeship programs across the globe have expressed a desire for more effective instructional design methodologies that better fit their learners and expected outcomes. With significant workforces shifts following a global pandemic impacting all industries, it is particularly important for vocational education and training such as apprenticeship programs to revisit their training practices. This article explores the current status of apprenticeship programs across the globe and the challenges they are facing, takes an in-depth look at the traditional training concerns experienced by apprenticeship programs and why they exist, and finally provided an effective method for overcoming these concerns. Throughout the article the authors offer suggestions based on existing research, as well as their vast experience and knowledge with designing effective apprenticeship training programs.

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