The Workforce Development Board of
Herkimer, Madison & Oneida Counties'
Apprenticeship Newsletter
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The Workforce Development Board’s Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Grant Highlights the Positive Impact of Registered Apprenticeship Programs to Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week
RADAR, in partnership with Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC), hosted an Apprenticeship Roundtable Discussion via Zoom to kick off National Apprenticeship Week.
Panelists included: representatives from the New York State Department of Labor, MVCC, Project Managers from our Workforce Development Board Apprenticeship grant programs, and a local employer.
Each panelists addressed aspects of Apprenticeships, and the benefits of Apprenticeships for businesses as well as workers. Some 107 people attended this event from various business sectors. Many who attended are now looking into ways they can contribute to the growing initiative to create Registered Apprenticeships and access to no-cost Pre-Apprenticeship training.
This workforce product is funded by a $2,999,993.00 grant 100% funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and Administered by the Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) Grant Program. This product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warrantee, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, concerning such information, including any information linked sites and including, but not limited to, the accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Manufacturing Businesses: Do you need help
upskilling your Workforce?
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The Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison & Oneida (WDB/HMO) has partnered with the NYCAN (NY College Apprenticeship Network) grant to reimburse on-the-job training costs for advanced manufacturing companies that have less than 50 employees and a registered apprentice program.
Wages can be reimbursed at 50% up to $25 an hour for six months of on-the-job training (OJT) with minimum paperwork.
The undirected funding provides many benefits for small to medium-sized manufacturing companies and ensures the apprentice is trained in accordance with the company’s standards and procedures.
If you would like to know how your company can take advantage of this funding or know of a company that would benefit, please contact Alice Savino at asavino@working-solutions.org
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Businesses: Our Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) Grant Can Help You
Create a "Talent Pipeline"
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Job Seekers: We can help you jumpstart your new career |
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Our Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness Grant Offers Training Opportunities that Can Help you Jump Start Your Career! |
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Questions? Contact Sommer Edwards at 315-207-6951 ext.133
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Workforce Development Board Announces Free Website to Connect Students with Local Businesses Offering Internships and Part-Time Job Opportunities
Utica, NY – The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), is hosting a website called “Connect Mohawk Valley” that allows local businesses to post their internships and part-time job opportunities for students for free.
The WDB’s Connect Mohawk Valley site provides significant benefits to both employers and students. It is a convenient vehicle for businesses to get the word out about their opportunities at no cost, while students attending area schools can view and apply to them in one central repository.
To sign up, a business simply goes to www.connectmohawkvalley.com and clicks the “Sign Up” button located on the top right of the page. A simple form is provided, and once submitted is quickly approved so that the employer can begin posting their opportunities immediately. When a student applies to the opportunity, a notification is sent to the employer by email. The employer can log in to add or change opportunities at any time.
The website also offers students handy resources, such as tips on interviewing, business etiquette, networking and more. The website has a category for apprenticeships as well.
We also utilize these online resources to help get the word out about news, events and other opportunities from our partners and other Mohawk Valley businesses and organizations.
The WDB HMO, dba Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, which is a network of federal, state, and local offices that supports economic expansion and develops the talent of the nation’s workforce. We can act as an extension of your human resources department, providing a wide range of services, all free of charge. To learn more about our services, go here: https://www.working-solutions.org/
And contact us to find out how we can help.
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For more information Email:
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Interested in Joining the Laborers' Union?
Here are some certifications we can pay for:
- Flagger
- Aerial Platform/Boom Lift/ Scissor Operator
- Trench & Excavation
- Scaffold Safety
- OSHA
- Confined Space Awareness
- Rigger Signalman/Operator Safety
To learn more contact Sommer Edwards:
315-207-6951 ext.133
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Benefits of Apprenticeship
- Helps recruit and develop a highly skilled workforce.
- Improves productivity and the bottom line.
- Provides opportunities for tax credits and employee tuition benefits in some states.
- Reduces turnover costs and increases employee retention.
- Creates industry driven and flexible training solutions to meet national and local needs.
- Allows workers to earn and learn at the same time.
More and more companies are realizing the advantages we can offer in helping to train their future workforce.
Employers: If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please let us know!
We can also help you set up a new apprenticeship program.
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Article: Workforce—Talent Pipeline
Best practices you can use to recruit and retain talent--including leveraging apprenticeships!
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Women today account for less than 1 in 3 manufacturing workers, despite representing about half of the overall workforce, says the Manufacturing Institute.
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Are you a smaller company looking to get additional training for your employees? We have heard from some of you regarding the need for safety classes and more. If you would be interested in teaming up with other companies that are in a similar situation, let us know.
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About the Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison, Oneida (HMO) Counties:
The role of the local Workforce Development Board (WDB) is system focused and strategic in nature. As a decision-making entity, the WDB determines priorities of service, negotiates measures, facilitates integration, and ensures quality outcomes. By understanding workforce development needs, anticipating trends, and focusing on system outcomes and performance, the WDB can effect substantial long-term change in the economic well being of the community.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Have Questions?
Please Contact us!
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Alice Savino, Executive Director
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This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. This product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it. |
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