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LCPtracker Launches New Software Application That Helps Pave Pathways for Construction Careers

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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ORANGE, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LCPtracker, Inc., an industry-leading provider of prevailing wage and construction workforce reporting solutions, announced the launch of Workforce Manager, an innovative cloud-based software solution designed for workforce development programs to track participants' progress as they advance their skills, earn certifications, and ultimately secure a career in construction.

Key Points: 
  • Workforce Manager offers a platform to facilitate these efforts and help programs continue to make an impact on people's lives.
  • "I am excited for this new journey that LCPtracker is embarking on," said Mark Douglas, CEO of LCPtracker.
  • In addition to empowering workers on the jobsite, we are now also supporting those aspiring to build careers in construction.
  • This new initiative helps pave the way for a brighter future, aligning with our commitment to empower individuals on their professional journeys."

Where Would Vulnerable Students Be Without School Counselors?

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206812721/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206812721/en/
    Learn4Life student Jayvon credits the comprehensive support from school counselors for helping him overcome multiple, recurring obstacles to graduate high school.
  • School counselors recognize that homelessness and displacement may greatly affect the whole child, encompassing mental, physical, social/emotional and academic development.
  • They act as liaisons with the school and community partners to connect students and their families with wraparound services.
  • They gave me food, jackets in the winter, transportation to get to school, and just really went above and beyond.

CompTIA joins workforce development funding program to provide technology training throughout Illinois

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, announced today it has been approved by the DuPage County Workforce Innovation Board to provide workforce development solutions to local job training centers throughout Illinois, expanding its ongoing efforts to grow and diversify the technology workforce in the state and across the country.

Key Points: 
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, announced today it has been approved by the DuPage County Workforce Innovation Board to provide workforce development solutions to local job training centers throughout Illinois, expanding its ongoing efforts to grow and diversify the technology workforce in the state and across the country.
  • CompTIA is now listed on the state’s Eligible Training Provider Lists (ETPL), which means local and state workforce development agencies can tap into federal funds allocated via the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to pay for CompTIA programs.
  • CompTIA’s comprehensive training programs, including CompTIA A+ , CompTIA Security+ , CompTIA Data+ , CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA IT Fundamentals , are available through the Illinois Work Net Center, an American Jobs Center, which manages WIOA-funded programs.
  • “Our team specializes in workforce and economic development, education, training, and job placement programs, including apprenticeships and more.

CompTIA Joins Workforce Development Funding Program to Provide Technology Training throughout Michigan

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, announced today it has been approved by the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity to provide workforce development solutions to local job training centers throughout Michigan, expanding CompTIA’s efforts to grow and diversify the technology workforce in the state and across the country.

Key Points: 
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, announced today it has been approved by the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity to provide workforce development solutions to local job training centers throughout Michigan, expanding CompTIA’s efforts to grow and diversify the technology workforce in the state and across the country.
  • CompTIA is now listed on the state’s Eligible Training Provider Lists (ETPL), which means local and state workforce development agencies can tap into federal funds allocated via the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to pay for CompTIA programs.
  • CompTIA’s comprehensive training programs, including CompTIA A+ , CompTIA Security+ , CompTIA Data+ , CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA IT Fundamentals , are available through Michigan Training Connect, which manages WIOA-funded programs.
  • “CompTIA specializes in workforce and economic development, education, training, and job placement programs, including apprenticeships and more.

The Academy Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence in Tech Education

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Academy, South Florida's premier tech education hub, is proud to mark a significant milestone: two decades of unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier education in the ever-evolving world of technology. Founded by Christopher Perez, The Academy has consistently provided students with a cutting-edge education, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in the IT industry.

Key Points: 
  • Founded by Christopher Perez, The Academy has consistently provided students with a cutting-edge education, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in the IT industry.
  • Over the past 20 years, technology has undergone radical transformations, witnessing the rise of smartphones, flash drives, Bluetooth, and much more.
  • Christopher Perez, the founder and CEO of The Academy, established this institution with a clear mission: to offer high-quality tech education at an affordable price.
  • The Academy is a leading education provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) training grant, offering eligible participants in the South Florida community free IT education.

Mary Jo Schmick Joins Sagitec Solutions' Workforce Practice

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sagitec Solutions is delighted to announce the appointment of Mary jo Schmick in Sagitec's Workforce practice. With over 15 years of senior leadership experience in workforce development, service delivery, and management, Mary jo brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team.

Key Points: 
  • Sagitec Solutions is delighted to announce the appointment of Mary jo Schmick in Sagitec's Workforce practice.
  • ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sagitec Solutions is delighted to announce the appointment of Mary jo Schmick in Sagitec's Workforce practice.
  • Expressing her enthusiasm for her new role, Mary jo Schmick stated, "I'm truly excited to join Sagitec Solutions and contribute to the vital mission of constructing a robust workforce product.
  • Neil Adcox, Executive Director at Sagitec, said, "We are thrilled to welcome Mary jo to our Workforce practice, along with Grey Parks.

Five Keys Charter School Launches School Pathways' SIS+ Product Suite to Simplify Administrative Processes and Support Student Success

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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CHICO, Calif., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Five Keys Charter School has implemented School Pathways' Online Registration platform, Student Information System (SIS), and Personalized Learning System (PLS) as its new integrated education solution. School Pathways software will help Five Keys more effectively manage administrative processes while offering greater flexibility to support the unique instructional model of Five Keys Charter School.

Key Points: 
  • CHICO, Calif., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Five Keys Charter School has implemented School Pathways' Online Registration platform, Student Information System (SIS), and Personalized Learning System (PLS) as its new integrated education solution.
  • School Pathways software will help Five Keys more effectively manage administrative processes while offering greater flexibility to support the unique instructional model of Five Keys Charter School.
  • School Pathways software will enable Five Keys to track student work records and samples more effectively while adhering to California's Independent Study compliance laws.
  • "We are excited about the launch of this new program and partnership," said Five Keys President and CEO Steve Good.

First National Assessment of Workforce System Knowledge of Registered Apprenticeship Reveals Large Gaps, Opportunities for Growth

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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HOUSTON, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Safal Partners, a nationally-recognized leader in Registered Apprenticeship (RA) and public workforce innovation, and the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) released the "Workforce System Registered Apprenticeship Baseline Knowledge Report" today.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Safal Partners, a nationally-recognized leader in Registered Apprenticeship (RA) and public workforce innovation, and the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) released the "Workforce System Registered Apprenticeship Baseline Knowledge Report" today.
  • This first-ever national assessment of the public workforce system's knowledge of RA reveals four key knowledge gaps and highlights current work to shrink those gaps.
  • National assessment of public workforce system's knowledge of registered apprenticeship reveals four key knowledge gaps.
  • NAWDP led development and distribution of the assessment; aggregated results from respondents representing a cross-section of public workforce programs highlighted significant core knowledge gaps in workforce professionals' understanding of 1) basic RA knowledge, 2) RA system knowledge, 3) RA funding knowledge, and 4) RA sharing best practices.

PRIDE Industries Launches Youth Employment Services Program

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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Roseville, CA, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, today debuts its Youth Employment Services (YES!)

Key Points: 
  • Roseville, CA, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, today debuts its Youth Employment Services (YES!)
  • “The addition of the Youth Employment Services Program will allow us to provide employment preparation and on-the-job support specifically tailored to young adults.”
    The YES!
  • “It’s estimated that there are 2,000 opportunity youth in Sacramento and Placer counties,” said Carlos Perez, Work Force Inclusion Manager for Youth Services at PRIDE Industries.
  • program should visit the Career Hub, call 916-676-2540, or contact PRIDE Industries’ I AM ABLE Helpline at 844-426-2253 (844-I-AM-ABLE).

PARTNER4WORK ANNOUNCES AS MUCH AS $8.6 MILLION IN FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADULT, YOUTH WORKFORCE PROGRAMS

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022
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The base contract year for adult and youth programs is July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, with three subsequent option years, exercised at the discretion of Partner4Work.

Key Points: 
  • The base contract year for adult and youth programs is July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, with three subsequent option years, exercised at the discretion of Partner4Work.
  • P4W expects to award one WIOA Title I adult/dislocated worker contract, one one-stop operator contract, and as many as 18 youth contracts.
  • Nationally recognized for innovation, Partner4Work, formerly Three Rivers Workforce Investment Board, is the workforce development organization that connects funding, expertise and opportunities for employers, job seekers, agencies and policymakers to develop a thriving workforce in the Pittsburgh area.
  • As stewards of more than $26 million in public and private workforce funds, Partner4Work oversees and funds workforce programs for adults, dislocated workers and youth; educates the community through labor market analytics; and implements innovative solutions to the region's systemic workforce challenges.