Gain insight into the emerging trends and promising practices for advancing economic mobility through innovative workforce development strategies. This webinar series provides the opportunity to learn from the successes and challenges of local Community Action Agencies who have implemented innovative workforce development strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to identify actionable strategies that can be replicated and adapted to meet the unique needs of their own local community.
Part One
This webinar training focused on Pre-Apprenticeship as a pathway to prepare for education and employment opportunities. It highlights the example of a “Leap to Teach” program in Detroit, Michigan that addresses the impact of the nationwide teacher shortage for their local community by preparing individuals for a career in Early Childhood Education.
Part Two
This webinar training will focus on Registered Apprenticeships as a workforce development opportunity that not only helps to fill in-demand job vacancies but also creates meaningful career pathways for individuals and contributes to the prosperity of the local community by building the workforce and strengthening the local economy. This webinar will feature an example of a registered apprenticeship program in Missouri that is building the local energy and weatherization workforce.