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ELKTON, MD — Cecil College said nine students completed its HVAC technician apprenticeship program, qualifying them to apply for Maryland HVACR journeyman licenses without taking the state licensing exam.
Cecil College HVAC Graduates Earn Maryland License Eligibility Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new federal online portal is designed to help employers and workers build artificial intelligence skills through apprenticeship programs, as demand grows for tech-ready employees across industries.
New AI Training Portal Aims to Future-Proof Workforce Read More
DOYLESTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania officials highlighted the growing role of apprenticeships in the state’s workforce strategy Monday, recognizing top programs and participants during an annual awards ceremony tied to expanded …
Apprenticeships Take Center Stage in PA Workforce Push Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor issued new federal guidance aimed at making it easier for employers and organizations to create Registered Apprenticeship programs, a workforce training model …
Labor Department Moves to Speed Up Apprenticeship Approvals Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials have approved a new registered apprenticeship program designed to train workers for careers in multimedia production and related creative industries.
New Pa. Apprenticeship Opens Path to Media Careers Read More What This Means for You The January jobs report shows 172,000 new private-sector jobs, including gains in construction trades. The Labor Department released a national framework to help workers build …
Labor Department Highlights Job Growth, AI Skills Plan, And $145 Million Apprenticeship Expansion Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Gov. Josh Shapiro today announced a new $3 million state investment to expand the Steamfitters Local Union 420 Training Center, a move state officials say will dramatically …
Shapiro Bets $3M on Apprentices as Steamfitters Program Set to Triple Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor on Wednesday opened a new national application portal for a $35.8 million incentive fund that will pay Registered Apprenticeship sponsors $3,500 for …
Labor Department Opens $35.8M Fund to Pay $3,500 per New Apprentice Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor announced a $98 million funding initiative designed to expand pre-apprenticeship programs and steer young Americans into high-demand industries as the Trump administration …
$98M Federal Push Aims to Fast-Track Youth Into High-Demand Careers Read More
WILLIAMSPORT, PA — Pennsylvania officials on Wednesday showcased a new bus maintenance technician apprenticeship at the Pennsylvania College of Technology, highlighting a $12.5 million statewide investment aimed at expanding job …
Shapiro Bets Big on Apprenticeships as New Bus Tech Program Revvs Up Read More