Your college savings can now fund high-demand careers through the United States Help Desk Academy, an approved United States Department of Labor National Registered Apprenticeship Program.
"Under federal law, 529 funds are qualified for fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for participation in a National Registered Apprenticeship Program that's registered with the U.S. Secretary of Labor"
USE OUR NATIONAL REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM NUMBER #2024-ZA-130342 WHEN MAKING WITHDRAWALS FROM YOUR 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PLAN
529 college savings plans are tax-advantaged investment accounts that help families save for education expenses. Recent federal changes now allow these funds to pay for qualified expenses in National Registered Apprenticeship Programs.
Tax-free growth and withdrawals for qualified expenses. Many states offer additional tax deductions for contributions.
Families get state tax benefits even if they use an out-of-state 529 plan, maximizing flexibility and savings opportunities.
Choose from plans across America, with special employer payroll deduction options and tax benefits
Future Path 529
MBT Employer Tax Credit
ScholarShare 529
Tax Benefits
MESP
Employer Payroll Options
LoneStar 529
No State Income Tax
Florida 529
Tax-Free Growth
CollegeAdvantage
State Tax Benefits
PA 529
Tax Deductions
Bright Start
Tax Benefits
Nevada offers an MBT (Modified Business Tax) employer tax credit opportunity, making it attractive for employer-sponsored apprenticeship programs and payroll deduction plans.
Follow these four simple steps to use your 529 plan for apprenticeship expenses
Confirm the apprenticeship program is listed on Apprenticeship.gov as a National Registered Apprenticeship Program
Obtain a Required Cost Sheet from United States Help Desk Academy detailing qualified expenses
Contact your 529 plan provider to request a qualified distribution for apprenticeship expenses
Submit payment directly to United States Help Desk Academy with required documentation
Because 529 plans now cover fees, books, supplies, and required equipment for Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs), we'd love to partner with your State 529 Plan to help your families use their 529 dollars for high-demand careers. Our National Registered Apprenticeship Program is fully registered with the U.S. Department of Labor and already serves learners in all 50 states.
Get answers to common questions about using 529 plans for apprenticeships
Tracking success metrics for 529 apprenticeship program utilization
Total 529 dollars applied to Registered Apprenticeship Program expenses across all participating families
Average time from 529 account funding to apprenticeship program start date
Percentage of 529 accounts using recurring contributions and gifting features for apprenticeship funding
Transform your 529 college savings into career-launching apprenticeship opportunities
Important: Always consult with your 529 plan provider and tax advisor to understand state-specific rules and tax implications for your individual situation.
National Registered Apprenticeship Program #2024-ZA-130342 | Empowering America's workforce through registered apprenticeship programs and 529 education savings
National Registered Apprenticeship Program | U.S. Department of Labor Approved
Visit Apprenticeship.gov to verify program registration