Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board

Happy National Apprenticeship Day! Apprenticeships are an outstanding investment, the latest Workforce Board research shows. Our recent Matrix report shows Washington apprenticeship programs deliver a return on investment of $7.80 for every dollar invested. And apprentices have some of the highest employment rates and annual earnings among the many workforce programs evaluated by our agency. Order a free copy of our Matrix report today: https://lnkd.in/gYr4W_kc Check out this article from the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g73MDvGT #apprenticeships

In case you missed it: The Workforce Board's Marina Parr highlights short-term credentials in this webinar with other leading experts. #credentials

Washington's population is aging and demand for long-term healthcare workers is rising, with 97% of facilities struggling to recruit staff. To help meet this need, we launched a campaign called Be the Reason to raise awareness and shift perceptions about long-term care careers. This campaign was funded by the 2023 Legislature. This initiative focuses on attracting talent to rural and underserved areas where skilled professionals are most needed. Our outreach includes social media, video ads in English and Spanish and more. Learn more and help us make a difference: https://bit.ly/42rLSWA

Congratulations to Peter Guzman, far right, of the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries for a well-earned retirement. Guzman, an apprenticeship program manager, is retiring later this year after 28 years of state service, as well other careers. He announced his retirement at today’s Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council meeting. Council members are also pictured here. Thank you, Peter, for your partnership with the Workforce Board as we work to support a successful business climate and living wage jobs in Washington. #apprenticeship

Excited to be part of this panel! Many different perspectives on this growing segment of the credential marketplace. Register today and find out more.

ICYMI: NonStop Local KHQ recently highlighted the Workforce Board's long-term care report. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YqJgpy

The Workforce Board seeks more volunteers to review this year’s WAVE scholarship applications. We have a record number of applications which means we could use your help. We're looking for people from the business, labor, nonprofit, workforce and education communities. To volunteer, just send us a note with your name, organization and contact information. Here's the latest news on how to volunteer: https://bit.ly/4j0ldpH WAVE is a merit scholarship for career and technical education (CTE) students. Applicants represent every corner of Washington – urban, rural, Eastern and Western. A record number of students applied this year – 570 from all over Washington. That’s a 71 percent increase compared to last year. Thank you for your consideration. You may learn more about volunteering here: https://lnkd.in/gRpDJ8MA Please feel free to reach out with questions. #wavescholarship

Washington is not prepared to care for a quickly growing senior population, a new Workforce Board report shows. Low wages, shortages and turnover in the state’s long-term care industry create major challenges and expenses for families and communities. But consistent schedules, better training, educational support and career opportunities are among several solutions proposed by the Long-Term Care Workforce Initiative, led by the Workforce Board. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkMXWPcF

As Washington State's population ages, the demand for long-term healthcare workers is rising, with 97% of facilities struggling to recruit staff. To help meet this need, we launched a campaign called Be the Reason to raise awareness and shift perceptions about long-term care careers. This campaign was funded by the 2023 Legislature. This initiative focuses on attracting talent to rural and underserved areas where skilled professionals are most needed. Our outreach includes social media, video ads in English and Spanish and more. Learn more and help us make a difference: https://bit.ly/4iST4RF

A record number of Washington students have applied for the Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) scholarship. And now more volunteers from business, labor and the community are needed to help review this surge in applications. When the application window closed March 17, 570 students had applied. That’s a 71% increase compared to 2024. A new application portal, ongoing outreach and increased awareness resulted in interest from all over the state. Each of Washington’s 49 legislative districts are represented – urban and rural, Eastern and Western Washington. Read more and volunteer today: https://lnkd.in/gYwbB8H6