Strong Foundations through Registered Apprenticeship Programs



Creation Date: 10/18/2022


Name: Ashley Cosby
Career Pathway: Health Science
Location of Service: 62901-1245
Program: Apprenticeship Illinois
Organization: Man-Tra-Con Corporation
Program Details: Training
Impacted Geographical Area: LWIA


Ashley Cosby is completing a Registered Apprentice Program in Dental Assistance. She started her apprenticeship in January 2022 and is completing Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) through Shawnee Healthcare Systems. The apprenticeship has allowed Cosby to upskill by participating in the Clinical Dental Assistant program offered through a partnership between Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and online course provider ed2go.

Cosby, pictured to the left with fellow apprentice Brooke Loyd, states: "I believe that success starts with a strong foundation, and this program provides that foundation. There is so much to learn in the dental industry; thanks to the Apprenticeship Program, I feel more prepared for when I am no longer in training. Access to in-person and hands-on training has been essential in helping me understand the fundamental practices in a dental office. Shawnee Health is providing me the opportunity to start a successful career off on the right foot."