Archive for Tag: workforce development

Bill preparing NJ students for careers in manufacturing advances in Assembly

TRENTON, N.J. – In order to meet the workforce demands of an evolving manufacturing industry and prepare students for successful careers in New Jersey, the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee voted Thursday to advance  the “Manufacturing in Higher Education Act,” sponsored by Assemblymen Hal Wirths and Brandon Umba....

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Space resolution designating National Apprenticeship Week in New Jersey signed

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey now recognizes the second week in November as National Apprenticeship Week following the governor’s signature of Assemblyman Parker Space’s resolution on Monday. Apprenticeship programs combine classroom instruction with on-the-job paid training to build a pipeline of highly-qualified workers who can then use their industry-recognized...

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New Jersey could soon celebrate National Apprenticeship Week

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Parker Space’s resolution designating the second week in November as National Apprenticeship Week in New Jersey is headed to the governor’s desk after passing the Assembly on Thursday. Apprenticeship programs combine classroom instruction with on-the-job paid training to build a pipeline of highly-qualified workers who...

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Some students in apprenticeship programs could have their tuition waived under bill cleared by committee

TRENTON, N.J. – The Assembly Labor Committee cleared a bill on Monday to boost workforce development and make apprenticeship programs more accessible for students earning less than the state’s median income. “Apprenticeship programs build a strong workforce and allow students to earn as they learn,” Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis (R-Union),...

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