Workforce

Calhoun, Wallace community colleges offer programs for females only

Alabama's community colleges are recognizing a new interest in welding, offering a number of programs for students currently in high school.

New welding center opens at Wallace State

Up-to-date technology prepares students in four main welding processes, as well as principles of weld inspection and testing.

Child care dilemma

Initiatives around Alabama aim to increase access to child care for the workforce.

$30 million workforce training center planned for Decatur

A $30 million workforce training center planned for Decatur will focus on electric vehicles and emerging technologies

Preparing students for a career

Some standout members in Alabama's higher education institutions share their thoughts on the role of higher education in workforce development.

ACCS opens Innovation Center in Decatur

Facility will house the Skills for Success program and more.

Truist Foundation supports Strive career training program

The foundation provided $1 million for a new site in Birmingham.

Governor advances bioeconomy with technician program

The new bioscience technician program is open to candidates with a high school diploma.

Seasonal housing coming to Foley

Two residence halls are being built to house 600 seasonal workers initially in Foley.

Guest Column: Focusing on the next level of the workforce

To eliminate ‘Help Wanted’ signs, we must shift our focus to labor force participation. The Ivey Administration is doing that.

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