This is a one-time survey of sponsors
of registered apprenticeship programs, using a stratified random
sample with oversampling of sponsors in high growth industries who
have recently begun apprenticeship programs. The survey will be
conducted by phone or Internet at the respondents choice. The
findings will fill a gap in knowledge by providing, for the first
time, systematic information on the views of sponsors concerning
costs and benefits and on interactions with other parts of the
workforce development system.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.