A First of Its Kind Apprenticeship Program- Core Drilling

JUNEAU, Alaska—A first-of-its-kind apprenticeship program is delivering core driller training that will allow Alaskans to compete locally and globally in the mining industry.

Statement of U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis before U.S. Senate HELP Committee on green jobs skills training for workers

"The department has also encouraged states to expand existing training programs, such as registered apprenticeship programs , that have the potential to prepare workers for careers in the renewable energy sectors and for other green jobs ...

Smart Grid Engineers and Apprenticeship Opportunity

If you can get an apprenticeship at an electric power company, and learn about the system as you work your way through school, you will place yourself in a good position for promotion to Engineer status. Before you become an Engineer, you will also need to have 2-5 years working with power grids. Being able to show that you know about the ... NEWS & PRESS. Green Jobs News ? Local career site sizzles with Green Collar Jobs ? Green Collar Job Site Helping Obama's Vision ...

New York State Apprenticeship Opportunities in the Hudson Valley Region

If you are willing to take on the challenge of learning new skills, and you learn best through “hands-on” experiences, then registered apprenticeship is a good option for you.

California Green Stimulus Coalition

Support a triple bottom line: Good green jobs will bring a triple benefit by creating economic sustainability for employees and business owners, improving the environment, and building up communities, especially those most at risk in this ... The state's community college system and State-approved apprenticeship programs are perfectly suited to help build career ladders for millions of low-income Californians.

Clinic Aims to Revive Apprentice Program

The Guam Workforce Investment Board held a Registered Apprenticeship Action Clinic yesterday to prepare Guam's workforce for the upcoming military buildup. The clinic included sessions on apprenticeships for both high school students and adults, funding sources for apprenticeship programs, as well as testimony from graduates of apprenticeship programs. Check out this link for more information on Guam's Action Clinic: http://guamdol.net/content/view/351/186/

Green Jobs on the Way to Ohio

" Apprenticeship program or two year certificate there will be programs all the way up to Ph.D.," said University of Cincinnati Assistant Dean Cheryl Brueggeman. Brueggeman said while California may lead the nation in renewable energy, ..."

REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT ON REDUCING SPENDING IN THE BUDGET

Beshear announces over $18 million for employment, training programs

Kentucky Governor issued a press release announcing stimulus funding and mentions Registered Apprenticeship as one of the training options available through the KY One-Stop system. "One-Stop Career Center services include: career and skills assessments, resume writing and interview preparation workshops, adult education, job training, postsecondary education scholarships, academic certifications and licenses, registered apprenticeships, and career advancement and supportive services activities."

Women: Construction's Untapped Resource

The Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Act authorized ... community-based organizations and registered apprenticeship sponsors. ...

Registered Apprenticeship

To compete and win in the global economy, Registered Apprenticeships are a key in growing a knowledgeable, skilled workforce. This video is made to increase awareness of jobs that require technical skills.

Virginia Governor Kaine Promoting RA to Employees

Apprenticeships Offer Jobless a Chance

Norman Moore wants to provide his son, Norman Jr., a better life. Mr. Moore is a single dad with no job and no money, so he and his toddler son live on public assistance in transitional housing in Northwest Washington. He is looking at Apprenticeships to turn his life around.

Brightening Opportunities for "Green Jobs"

Stimulus aid heats up solar training for "green jobs," reshapes lives. U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet met Saturday with trainees and future business entrepreneurs who hope to reshape their lives in the expanding renewable-energy field. They are among as many as 6,000 Colorado residents who will get new "green jobs" directly or indirectly because of the $80 million that Colorado will get through the federal economic recovery act, Bennet said

What IS Right for Virginia: Perriello Bill Expanding Job Training

“Apprenticeship programs offer a tangible benefit to employers and the local economy, as well as helping veterans, and they help to create skilled workers filling the exact jobs needed in our economy...I applaud Congressman Perriello for understanding the needs of our returning troops, and working tirelessly on their behalf,” said Bill Wellman, a retired naval officer from Buckingham County and a member of Congressman Perriello’s Veterans Advisory Board.

Supervisors sign off on plan to spend $4 million to create 180 jobs

County supervisors signed off today on a plan to spend $4 million in federal stimulus funds on community outreach, youth work experience training and affordable housing projects, all of which are expected to create about 180 jobs. Projects include:a "pre-apprenticeship program" in which 60 high school juniors and seniors receive on-the-job training and mentoring for three months or longer.

CNMI Action Clinic in the News- US Labor to help locals gain work skills

AN official of the U.S. Department of Labor says they are ready to help locals gain different work skills to meet the islands’ demand for a skilled workforce in the wake of the impending federalization of its immigration system that will eventually reduce the number of foreign workers here. Alfred B. Valles, state director of the U.S. DOL’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training for Hawaii/Pacific, said his office is ready to partner with Northern Marianas College and the private sector to meet the CNMI’s demand for a skilled labor force tailored for its current and future industries.

Michigan Devotes $1M to New Apprentices

The following is a message from Andy Levin: Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth Deputy Director Andy Levin today announced that Michigan will devote $1 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) to create the Michigan Registered Apprenticeship Pilot (MRAP) program. MRAP funds will provide incentives to employers who partner with their local Michigan Works! agencies to sponsor 1,000 new apprentices in U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) registered apprenticeships.

Unable to Find Work in Field of Expertise, Job Hunters Try Something New

Check out Dennis Law's article where apprenticeship applications are increasing with non-traditional applicants.

State launches program for retraining workers

In an effort to encourage more employers to create apprenticeships, the state of Michigan set aside $1 million of the stimulus money coming through its Workforce Investment Act fund to create the Michigan Registered Apprenticeship Pilot program, the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth announced last month. The program is set to launch Aug. 1.

Federal Money to Help Apprenticeship Programs

The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $2,212,751 to assist state apprenticeship agencies, including $100,000 to Kansas, in the development of strategies to better serve dislocated workers and other unemployed individuals through expanded partnerships with the Registered Apprenticeship system, which is administered by the department's Employment and Training Administration.

Taking training to the next level

One easy way to get a good prospective employee trained and committed for the long term is to set up a training program called Registered Apprenticeship ...

Imperial County Apprenticeship

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and National Electrical Contractors Association to Strengthen Imperial County Green Energy Economy with Opening of New Electrical Training Center. Senator Barbara Boxer, Congressman Bob Filner and Assemblymember Manuel Perez Applaud Training Center as Critical to Developing a Local, Skilled Workforce for Imperial County's Green Economy.

20 Jobs that Pay America's Average Salary

Several jobs are learned through apprenticeship programs and on-the-job training.

Well-Kept Secret: Job Retraining Program Offers a Lot for a Little

It may be one of the best kept job-retraining secrets in Maine. It offers an attractive benefits package and good pay and the training program itself is free. And it's being held up as a model for how business, education and labor can help strengthen the new economy. Click on the link and listen.

Local Jobless Rate 5.4 Percent

The labor market in Pratt, Kansas has improved and Apprenticeship is one reason for its upswing.

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