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With A Grateful Heart
Dec 8 2024I am truly at a loss for words when it comes to expressing my gratitude to both of you and everyone who played a role in helping us secure the Quest Grant. Thank you also for the invitation to attend this morning's meeting. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing the success stories...
Gov. Evers, DWD Announce All-Time Record-High Number of Apprentices in Programs 112-Year History
Nov 18 2024Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today celebrated “National Apprenticeship Week” by announcing that Wisconsin’s Registered Apprenticeship Program has reached a record 17,089 enrolled apprentices, an all-time record. This surpasses record-high participation in both 2022 and 2023 and marks the third consecutive year...
Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) recently announced that Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program will add four new occupational pathways to its program offerings in the 2024-2025 school year: law enforcement, fire protection, project management, and barbering/cosmetology.“I declared 2024 the Year of the Worker in Wisconsin,...
As highlighted in Governor Tony Evers' hashtag#NDEAM proclamation, a diverse workforce is a strong workforce. Creating inclusive workplaces drives innovation, fosters creativity, and strengthens our communities.This month, discover how DWD's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation can help your business build a disability-friendly culture and attract qualified talent. Learn more: dwd.wi.gov/dvr/business
West Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board (West Central Works) seeks to provide workforce solutions for the businesses and workers in Barron, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Pepin, Pierce, Polk and St. Croix counties. Its Business Services Team provides educational opportunities for employers on retention issues to keep businesses informed on...
BLS Data: Wisconsin Employment Breaks Fourth Consecutive Monthly Record; Jobs Also Reach New Record High
Sep 19 2024The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced new record highs for jobs and employment during August 2024, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is the fourth consecutive monthly record for state employment, highlighting the unprecedented number of workers participating in Wisconsin's economy...
Gail was enrolled in the WIOA Adult program in November of 2021 with the goal of becoming a Medical Assistant. With the help of her Career Planner, Gail was able to enroll in the Medical Assistant program at Northwood Technical College. Gail’s Career Planner ensured that she had the school...
Micayla was enrolled into the WIOA Adult and Support to Communities Programs on December 23rd of 2023 with the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist, working part-time at a café during the duration of her time in the program. Support to Communities formed a contract with the Wisconsin Peer...
Wendella: WIOA Adult Program
Sep 10 2024Wendella entered the WIOA Adult program in February 2023 with interest in pursuing CNA training. While in the program, Wendella successfully completed CNA training through Northwoods Tech and received WIOA assistance with tuition and fees, textbooks, nursing supplies such as a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope, and the testing fees...
Korey Klammer was enrolled in the WIOA Dislocated Worker program on 04/14/2023 following a mass layoff at HTI in the Spring of 2023. At HTI, he worked as a technician and was not able to find a position with equal pay given his level of seniority and experience. As a...
A healthcare-oriented job fair is set to take place in Eau Claire.According to a flyer, the job fair is scheduled for Aug. 28, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., located at Eau Claire County Job Center, 221 West Madison Street Eau Claire, WI 54703.Click here for all the details!
Workforce Development Month 2024
Aug 21 2024Every September, we celebrate Workforce Development Month to recognize, honor, and publicize the contributions of our nation's workforce development professionals.We encourage you to use this month to increase awareness and understanding of your work and to inspire new actions. We hope that the prompts below are helpful in guiding your...
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Workforce issues persist well into 2024 nationwide. Employers can’t seem to find enough staff to match their requirements, while individuals face the difficult challenge of balancing work with school, training and family life.West Central Wisconsin experiences similar issues with unique concerns. Despite a comparatively young population and high labor force...
Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced that 4,637 students in 17 school districts will benefit from advanced manufacturing training in preparation for high-demand job opportunities thanks to grants from the Wisconsin Fast Forward Program.“Advanced manufacturing is an important part of our economy...
Just as spring brings new growth out of winter’s clutches, Northwood Technical College offers youth and young adults in West Central Wisconsin the opportunity to gain new career opportunities. To that end, “Northwood Tech” became the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) service provider for the West Central Wisconsin Workforce...
Thank You… for the opportunity to complete the Autism for Educators program at CVTC! The course was very meaningful and certainly supported me in my current role as a special education assistant at Sherman Elementary School. The willingness of ECASD to partner with this program in correlation with professional development days...
The Department of Workforce Development today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary estimates for May 2024, which showed Wisconsin's employment hit a record high of 3,048,000 during the month. This is 6,500 more people employed than a year ago.Preliminary employment estimates for May 2024 showed Wisconsin's seasonally...
DWD Develops Database for Employers' Substance Abuse Prevention Plans on Public Work Projects
Jun 17 2024The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has launched an online, searchable database of substance abuse prevention policies for all contractors and subcontractors who perform public works projects.Wisconsin employers must have a written policy in place for the prevention of substance abuse among employees before working on a public works...
The launch of the $100 million Wisconsin Investment Fund, the largest public-private investment in startups and entrepreneurs in state history, provides a promising boost to the state’s longstanding commitment to innovation. It also provides another powerful reason for businesses to put down roots in Wisconsin.Wisconsin’s $50 million investment, with funds...
YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP WEEK
May 9 2024Join us for the 1st Youth Apprenticeship Week which takes place May 5-11, 2024.Building off the success of National Apprenticeship Week, Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW) is a nationwide celebration that highlights the benefits and value of Registered Apprenticeship program opportunities for youth, ages 16–24. Employers, educators, labor unions, workforce professionals,...
Venture into Your Possible Career this May
May 6 2024As the old saying goes, April showers bring May…career awareness? While that may not be exactly how most remember that saying, May is certainly a time for young people and employers to convene and let their future educational and work aspirations “flower” into the realm of possibility!Specifically, May 9 is...
More than a month after the closures of two Hospital Sisters Health System hospitals, organizations are still working to assist employees laid off by the closures.One organization working to help those laid off by HSHS and Prevea is the West Central Workforce Development Board.The West Central Workforce Development Board, also...
Workforce Board hosts job fair
Feb 20 2024The West Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board is helping healthcare workers continue their careers in the Chippewa Valley.The department held a job fair today with more than 75 employers and organizations focused on healthcare and other in-demand occupations and skills.It’s the second job fair that the board has held since...
