A business-led network helping to bridge the skills gap by connecting what America learns to how business works.
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Our new report "Ready to Build?" – created with the help of @Burning_Glass – analyzes the jobs & skills needed for #infrastructure modernization: nationalnetwork.org/blog/rea…
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A new report released by @nationalnetwork focuses on three particular “mismatches in the labor market” that affect the infrastructure sector, and highlights implications of these gaps.
With help from a National Network grant, @MSSCCredentials has launched an innovative effort to connect #veterans and other underserved populations to top-notch #manufacturing #training programs in Texas. nationalnetwork.org/innovati…
Until recently, owners and operators of #seniorliving communities have largely been on their own when it comes to #workforcedevelopment strategies. @BrentWeil explains how @Argentum is working to change that: nationalnetwork.org/blog/arg…
.@Argentum, the leading association for the professionally-managed #seniorliving industry, is supporting career pathways and #lifelonglearning to close the workforce gap through @SrLivingWorks. Learn more: nationalnetwork.org/blog/arg…
“A Recipe for Employment Success”: @NRAEF’s “Restaurant Ready” program is providing training for young adults in that will serve them well throughout their careers, regardless of industry. #OpportunityYouth
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With help from a National Network grant, @APTA_Transit is launching a virtual #workforcedevelopment center - an industry go-to resource for #elearning & development opportunities, programs & best practices. Learn more: nationalnetwork.org/innovati…
.@ASEtests’ “Instructor Guide” is helping Americans gear up for careers as #AutoTechnicians. This free #elearning tool supported by National Network helps new entrants & refreshes existing instructors. Read more nationalnetwork.org/innovati…
86 percent of U.S. manufacturers have open skilled positions and 94 percent report having difficulty recruiting qualified employees. How do we make students believe they have a future in manufacturing? @NTMATalk is taking action: bit.ly/2ItK8ju
Over the next 15 years, the building safety industry will experience a loss of 80 percent of its existing skilled workforce. Who will keep us safe? Learn how @IntlCodeCouncil is taking action: bit.ly/2IuuuEz.
Magic happens when @AHLA @gradsoflife @dcgoodwill partner to provide #opportunityyouth with hospitality training,#certifications and career opportunities. Nearly all graduates are employed within 1 week of graduating. Read bit.ly/2HD4B92 Watch bit.ly/2rMyue1
Check out @nationalnetwork director Emily Stover Derocco's @thehill opinion piece: "Retooling #apprenticeship for the 21st century" tinyurl.com/y9jxwjum
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Retooling apprenticeship for the 21st century thehill.com/opinion/educatio…
Competency-based #WorkandLearn models, including #apprenticeships, are proven approaches to #workforce preparation that deliver for #employers &
#Americans
"Apprenticeships for the Modern World" highlights successful programs that include #BlendedLearning, #mentorship, competency-based training, a direct tie to industry-recognized #credentials & either paid work experience or an employment relationship bit.ly/2CXL9S4
Everyone wins if we get this right. Now is the time to put workable #reforms into action for #students, #workers, #employers & the #USEconomy #SkillsGap Learn more: bit.ly/2CXL9S4
Featured in “#Apprenticeships For the Modern World”: A collaboration between @Accenture and @ChiCityColleges to train #students for #ITcareers #WorkandLearn bit.ly/2CXL9S4
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.@nationalnetwork highlights successful programs that showcase industry-led solutions to tackle skills gaps and define quality in #apprenticeships #leadershipshape ow.ly/k8wQ30if6zK