Official Compliance Document
Instructional Delivery Framework
RTI Governance Statement
Related Technical Instruction (RTI) is delivered through state-approved training providers and licensed credential partners aligned to occupation-specific curriculum. Authorized program holders coordinate curriculum delivery and RTI scheduling under licensed instructional supervision. Credentialed subject matter experts provide supplemental instruction, mentoring, and supervised module support. On-the-Job Training (OJT) is conducted by approved employer partners in real work environments under documented work process schedules. All instruction is tracked through the institutional Learning Management System (LMS) under centralized program oversight by Elevate for Humanity.
Institutional Classification
Hybrid Workforce Training Provider — Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor with authorized RTI providers and employer OJT sites operating under centralized curriculum oversight.
Curriculum Ownership
Elevate maintains curriculum standards and assessment protocols for all programs. RTI providers deliver instruction under these standards. Curriculum alignment is verified through MOU agreements and periodic program reviews.
Instructional Authority Hierarchy
Six-level accountability structure defining who is responsible at each stage of training delivery.
Sponsor (Oversight & Compliance)
Elevate for Humanity
Curriculum standards, enrollment, funding navigation, progress tracking, credential verification, RAPIDS registration, ETPL compliance, institutional accountability
Primary RTI Providers
State-Approved / Licensed Credential Partners
Occupation-specific classroom instruction, clinical rotations, lab sessions, certification exam preparation. Credentials must match the occupation taught.
Program Holders
Authorized Curriculum Managers & RTI Coordinators
Curriculum delivery coordination, module sequencing, RTI scheduling, progress documentation. Operate under licensed instructional supervision of Tier 1 Credential Partners.
Subject Matter Experts
Credentialed SMEs (Supplemental Instruction)
Mentoring, supplemental labs, module support, practice sessions. Not sole RTI authorities — state-approved providers are always involved.
Employer Partners
OJT Providers (Hands-On Apprenticeship Training)
Structured workplace training under documented work process schedules, supervisor verification, wage progression, periodic evaluations.
Central Compliance System
Institutional LMS
Single system of record for RTI attendance, module completion, assessments, instructor verification, OJT hour logging, and cohort progress reporting.
Formal Role Definitions
These definitions standardize terminology across all compliance documents, partnership packets, and ETPL submissions.
- Credential Partner
- A state-approved or licensed instructional authority whose credentials match the occupation they teach. Credential Partners are the primary RTI providers and may issue industry certifications.
- Program Holder
- An authorized RTI coordinator who manages curriculum delivery under the instructional supervision of a Credential Partner. Program Holders are not independent instructors — they coordinate scheduling, module delivery, and progress documentation.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME)
- An industry professional with occupation-specific credentials who provides supplemental instruction, mentoring, and lab support. SMEs are never the sole RTI authority for any program.
- Employer Partner
- An approved employer providing structured OJT under a documented work process schedule with designated supervisors and periodic evaluations.
Provider Tier System
All instructional partners are classified into three tiers based on authorization level, credential requirements, and scope of instruction.
Credential Partners (State-Approved RTI Providers)
State-approved or licensed instructional authorities that deliver occupation-specific classroom, clinical, and lab instruction. These are the primary RTI providers — their credentials match the occupation they teach.
Requirements
- State licensure or accreditation for the occupation taught
- Documented curriculum aligned to industry and DOL standards
- Qualified instructors with verifiable occupation-specific credentials
- Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Elevate
- Credential match: license/approval must correspond to the program delivered
Examples: Accredited nursing programs (CNA), ELDT-compliant CDL schools, DOE-approved trade schools, licensed barber schools
Program Holders (Authorized RTI Coordinators)
Credentialed operators who manage curriculum delivery and RTI coordination under licensed instructional supervision. Program Holders are not independent instructors — they coordinate RTI delivery, manage module sequencing, and ensure curriculum alignment between Credential Partners and Elevate standards.
Requirements
- Signed program holder agreement defining scope of coordination
- Demonstrated subject matter knowledge in the assigned occupation
- Operates under the instructional authority of a Tier 1 Credential Partner
- Responsible for RTI scheduling, module delivery, and progress documentation
- Subject to periodic program review by Elevate
Examples: Barber apprenticeship coordinators, healthcare training managers, trade program leads
Credentialed Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
Industry professionals with occupation-specific credentials who provide supplemental instruction, mentoring, lab supervision, and module support. SMEs operate under Elevate curriculum oversight and are not sole RTI authorities — state-approved training providers are always involved in RTI delivery.
Requirements
- Active industry license or certification for the occupation
- Minimum 3 years of documented field experience
- Signed instructor agreement with defined scope of instruction
- Subject to Elevate curriculum standards and assessment protocols
- Credential must match the occupation being supported
Examples: Licensed master barbers, EPA-certified HVAC technicians, CompTIA-certified IT professionals, AWS-certified welders
Employer Partners
Approved employers who provide structured workplace training under a documented work process schedule. OJT hours are tracked, supervised, and verified. For registered apprenticeship programs, employers commit to wage progression tied to skill milestones.
Requirements
- Signed OJT agreement with work process schedule
- Designated workplace supervisor for each apprentice or trainee
- Commitment to wage progression (registered apprenticeship programs)
- Monthly or quarterly evaluation submissions
- Compliance with workplace safety and labor standards
Examples: Host barbershops, healthcare facilities, HVAC contractors, trucking companies, IT employers
RTI Hour Structure by Program
Fixed RTI hour minimums per program regardless of provider. All hours are tracked through the institutional LMS.
| Program | Total Hours | RTI Hours | OJT Hours | Delivery | Credential | Issued By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barber Apprenticeship | 2,000 | 144 | 1,500 | In-Person + LMS | Indiana Barber License | Indiana PLA / USDOL |
| CNA Certification | 150 | 105 | 45 | Hybrid | CNA Certification | Indiana ISDH |
| CDL Commercial Driving | 160 | 40 | 120 | In-Person | CDL Class A/B | Indiana BMV |
| HVAC Technician | 400 | 200 | 200 | Hybrid | EPA 608 + OSHA 10 | EPA / OSHA |
| IT Support | 320 | 280 | 40 | Online + Labs | CompTIA A+ | CompTIA |
| Cybersecurity | 400 | 360 | 40 | Online + Labs | CompTIA Security+ | CompTIA |
| Welding | 400 | 160 | 240 | In-Person | AWS D1.1 + OSHA 10 | AWS / OSHA |
| Electrical | 400 | 200 | 200 | Hybrid | OSHA 10 + NCCER Core | OSHA / NCCER |
Authorized RTI Provider Registry
Per-program registry of credential partners, program holders, and RTI authorization. This registry answers the question: “Who delivers RTI for each program?”
| Program | Credential Partner | Partner Type | Program Holder | RTI Hours | MOU | Credential Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barber Apprenticeship | Licensed Barber School (State-Approved) | State-Approved School | Barber Apprenticeship Coordinator | 144 | Required | Indiana Barber License (PLA) |
| CNA Certification | Accredited Nursing Program | State-Approved School | Healthcare Training Manager | 105 | Required | CNA Certification (ISDH) |
| CDL Commercial Driving | ELDT-Compliant CDL School | State-Approved School | CDL Program Coordinator | 40 | Required | CDL Class A/B (BMV) |
| HVAC Technician | DOE-Approved Trade School | State-Approved School | Trades Program Lead | 200 | Required | EPA 608 + OSHA 10 |
| IT Support | Authorized CompTIA Academy | Authorized Training Center | Technology Program Lead | 280 | Required | CompTIA A+ |
| Cybersecurity | Authorized CompTIA Academy | Authorized Training Center | Technology Program Lead | 360 | Required | CompTIA Security+ |
| Welding | AWS-Accredited Testing Facility | State-Approved School | Trades Program Lead | 160 | Required | AWS D1.1 + OSHA 10 |
| Electrical | DOE-Approved Trade School | State-Approved School | Trades Program Lead | 200 | Required | OSHA 10 + NCCER Core |
Note: Specific provider names are maintained in internal compliance files and disclosed to authorized reviewers (ETPL, DWD, DOL, workforce boards) upon request. This public registry documents the structural framework and provider type requirements.
Competency Tracking & Assessment
How student progress is measured, documented, and reported across all programs.
LMS Module Completion
Structured modules with required completion thresholds. Progress is recorded automatically and visible to students, instructors, and program administrators.
Competency Examinations
Occupation-specific assessments administered at defined milestones. Results are documented in the student record and used for certification readiness determination.
Instructor Verification
RTI providers and SMEs submit attendance records and skill evaluations. Instructor sign-off is required before advancing to the next training phase.
Employer OJT Evaluations
Workplace supervisors complete monthly or quarterly evaluations documenting skill acquisition, hours completed, and readiness for independent work.
AI-Assisted Tutoring
AI tutoring provides reinforcement and individualized learning support within the supervised instructional framework. It is an academic support tool, not a primary instructor or credential authority.
Progress Reporting
Cohort sponsors and workforce partners receive structured progress reports including RTI hours completed, OJT hours logged, assessment scores, and projected completion dates.
Employer OJT Structure
On-the-Job Training requirements for employer partners participating in registered apprenticeship and workforce training programs.
Work Process Schedule
Each OJT employer receives a documented work process schedule specifying the hour breakdown by skill area. This schedule is aligned to the occupation and filed with the apprenticeship registration.
Supervisor Verification
A designated workplace supervisor is assigned to each apprentice or trainee. The supervisor documents hours, verifies skill acquisition, and submits evaluations through the LMS or standardized reporting forms.
Wage Progression
For registered apprenticeship programs, employer partners commit to a wage progression schedule tied to skill milestones. Wage increases are documented and reported as part of the apprenticeship record.
Periodic Evaluations
Employers submit monthly or quarterly evaluations covering attendance, skill development, workplace conduct, and readiness for advancement. These evaluations are maintained in the student file.
Credential Issuance (Dual-Issuer Model)
Elevate operates a dual-issuer model: credential partners and certifying bodies issue industry credentials, while Elevate issues program completion certificates. This separation ensures credential legitimacy and clear institutional accountability.
CNA certification (Indiana ISDH), CDL license (Indiana BMV), CompTIA A+ (CompTIA), EPA 608 (EPA), Indiana Barber License (PLA), AWS D1.1 (AWS)
Issued by the licensed authority — not by Elevate. Elevate facilitates enrollment, training, and exam preparation.
Program completion certificates, module completion records, workforce readiness certificates, RTI hour documentation
Documents that the student completed the Elevate training pathway. Does not replace industry credentials.
Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship issued through the registered apprenticeship framework (RAPIDS)
Federal credential issued upon completion of all RTI and OJT requirements under the registered apprenticeship.
Registration & Compliance References
Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor
RAPIDS ID: 2025-IN-132301
Sponsor of Record: 2Exclusive LLC (DBA Elevate for Humanity)
ETPL / INTraining
Location ID: 10004621
Indiana Department of Workforce Development