Wednesday, May 2, 2012

ACT - Tomorrow's Workforce Now

http://www.tomorrowsworkforcenow.com/about/ 

Tomorrow’s Workforce Now is an initiative designed by ACT and key community college presidents to help improve America's workforce by providing evidence-based selection tools that will benefit thousands of employers and tens of thousands of individuals. Community/regional conveners, or “champions,” such as community college partners, will organize groups of employers who will have the opportunity to use the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) Plus - at no cost - to assess up to 20 individuals each.
This initiative requires strong leadership and organization at the local level. A growing number of community colleges across the nation have committed to such leadership roles in implementing the program. Community colleges, acting as local champions, will work with other partners including businesses, workforce agencies, and economic development agencies to help build communities equipped to create and compete for high-quality jobs and careers.
The program is supported by the American Association of Community Colleges, California Community Colleges, and many individual community colleges across the nation.

Right Skills Now - http://www.themanufacturinginstitute.org/Education-Workforce/Right-Skills-Now/Right-Skills-Now.aspx  
Injust-released study by The Manufacturing Institute, over 80% of manufacturers report they cannot find people to fill their skilled production jobs.  As a result, there are over half-a-million manufacturing jobs open right now.  Responding to this talent crisis, and the need to create jobs in this country, The Manufacturing Institute worked with the President’s Jobs Council to tailor the national manufacturing certification system into a nationally replicable fast-track solution to deliver JUST IN TIME TALENT to small manufacturers.  This accelerated program allows individuals to earn college credit and national industry certifications in 16 weeks, preparing them for immediate employment in high-quality manufacturing jobs and giving them a solid foundation to advance in higher education and careers.

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