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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Students pursuing short-term job training programs will soon be able to use federal Pell Grant funding for programs lasting as little as eight weeks under a new …
New Pell Grant Expansion Could Fast-Track Workers Into Jobs Read More
WORCESTER, PA — Pennsylvania officials are expanding efforts to connect students with disabilities to agriculture careers through accessible hands-on training programs designed to prepare the next generation of workers for …
Accessible Farm Training Opens New Career Paths for Students Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College will host a hands-on career exploration event this month aimed at connecting students and career changers with skilled trades employers facing persistent labor …
DCCC Hosts Trade Event as Skilled Labor Demand Rises Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Labor have opened two federal grant competitions aimed at expanding career-focused education programs and teacher training aligned …
Education, Labor Launch Grants Focused on Workforce Skills Read More
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
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
LANCASTER, PA — More Pennsylvania students with disabilities are gaining access to job training, college pathways, and career support as the state proposes new funding to expand workforce programs.
Pa. Expands Disability Job Programs, Boosts Funding Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new federal grant competition aims to expand college and career training opportunities as officials move to better align education programs with workforce needs.
Federal Grant Shift Targets Workforce Training Shortage 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
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials have awarded more than $4.1 million in grants to expand career training programs that connect high school students with hands-on work experience and pathways to …
State Awards $4.1 Million to Expand Schools-to-Work Programs Read More