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More people in North Carolina will receive help preparing for jobs in high-demand occupations, thanks to a $5.25 million federal grant awarded to the state. The money will be used to create and implement a new program called NCWorks Certified Career Pathways.
North Carolina employers have received a boost in workforce investments, thanks to a grant program through NCWorks.
Thirty-one of the state’s employers received grants this month totaling $246,807 to train 612 workers. The federally funded NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants are reimbursements awarded twice a year to employers who qualify for financial assistance in workforce training. As a result, more businesses enhance employee talent and workers can sharpen their skills through training at no cost to themselves.
Thirty-one of the state’s employers received grants this month totaling $246,807 to train 612 workers. The federally funded NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants are reimbursements awarded twice a year to employers who qualify for financial assistance in workforce training. As a result, more businesses enhance employee talent and workers can sharpen their skills through training at no cost to themselves.
The NCWorks Commission approved a ground-breaking strategic plan today that creates an integrated workforce development system that is responsive to the needs of employers and better prepares workers for North Carolina’s economy. This means that for the first time, North Carolina now has a comprehensive plan that sets the direction of the entire workforce system.
U.S. Labor Secretary Thomas E. Perez is visiting North Carolina today to learn more about the state’s successful apprenticeship programs and how the customized training improves employer productivity and strengthens the skills of workers. North Carolina has several apprenticeship programs formed by businesses partnering with NCWorks and the N.C. Apprenticeship and Training Bureau.
, N.C.-- North Carolina has awarded $205,000 to 26 employers across the state to help them invest in building the skills of their workers.
The NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grant program assists businesses with reimbursements for the cost of training programs, provided such services meet state requirements. Each business applies for a grant through its local workforce development board, which reviews the application and submits its recommendations for evaluation to the N.C. Division of Workforce Solutions.
The NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grant program assists businesses with reimbursements for the cost of training programs, provided such services meet state requirements. Each business applies for a grant through its local workforce development board, which reviews the application and submits its recommendations for evaluation to the N.C. Division of Workforce Solutions.
oro, N.C. - Governor Pat McCrory announced the 2014 recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development today. Two companies and four North Carolinians will receive the recognition tonight in Greensboro. The awards honor individuals and businesses for outstanding accomplishments and contributions in helping North Carolina achieve its workforce development goals.
Governor Pat McCrory is visiting factories across the state to highlight North Carolina-made products as part of Manufacturing Day.
The Governor kicked off the tour this morning in Dunn with a visit to Godwin Manufacturing Company which makes truck components, including those used by the state Department of Transportation.
The Governor kicked off the tour this morning in Dunn with a visit to Godwin Manufacturing Company which makes truck components, including those used by the state Department of Transportation.
, N.C. - Citing the need for educators and business leaders to work hand-in-hand to provide training that will equip workers with skills that are in-demand, Governor Pat McCrory launched the “1000 in 100” workforce development initiative today.
, N.C. - Governor Pat McCrory and the state of North Carolina have been selected for a nationally recognized program that will support its efforts to strengthen the state’s workforce.
More than 30 students across North Carolina took new steps in their future careers by formally joining Registered Apprenticeships this week.
In an apprenticeship, participants prepare for an industry through a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentices earn progressively higher wages as they move through the programs. The Apprenticeship & Training Bureau works with companies across the state to set up programs in which they can train apprentices according to their needs.
In an apprenticeship, participants prepare for an industry through a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentices earn progressively higher wages as they move through the programs. The Apprenticeship & Training Bureau works with companies across the state to set up programs in which they can train apprentices according to their needs.