Perkins (Career & Technical Education) is sponsoring regional reports completed by RealTime Talent to support local consortia and others in workforce development in navigating changes in their local labor market due to COVID-19. The reports and the presentations will provide the foundation for exploring how these current impacts may influence enrollment, industry, career advancement, and... Continue Reading →
August CAREERwise Newsletter: Health Care Careers in Minnesota
The August CAREERwise Newsletter is now available online. In this edition, job seekers and career changers will discover Health Care Careers in Minnesota and learn about virtual and interactive career services from CareerForce. Career counselors will find online tools, including a new Work Values Assessment from CareerOneStop. This month MN FutureWork highlights articles about the... Continue Reading →
June CAREERwise Newsletter: COVID-19 Job Search Resources Dashboard and Reality Check Tool
The June CAREERwise Newsletter is now available. In this edition, learn about the new COVID-19 Job Search Resources dashboard. Job seekers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can use this dashboard to find employers who are hiring now, top occupations, virtual career fairs, and many other resources. Career Counselors will learn about the... Continue Reading →
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Guidance
Admissions representatives and advisors working with low income, unemployed, dislocated, or underemployed students may wish to ensure students have verified whether they are eligible for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) education grants as part of their intake process – and will want to be aware of college credit and noncredit programs that are eligible... Continue Reading →
March CAREERwise Newsletter: Job Seeker Resources and Career Planning for People with a Criminal Conviction Webinar
The March CAREERwise Newsletter is now available online. In the newest edition, job seekers who are unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic can find helpful resources. Career counselors can register for the upcoming April 9th webinar showcasing the Career Planning for People with a Criminal Conviction website and workbook. Read the latest MN FutureWork highlights about the impact... Continue Reading →
MPMA Education Foundation Makes Second $30,000 Contribution to Workforce Development Scholarships
Original article from January 29, 2020 The Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association (MPMA) Education Foundation today presented Minnesota State with a contribution of $30,000 for scholarships that will be offered to new students entering advanced manufacturing programs at Minnesota State colleges. The contribution will supplement scholarships that are being offered under the Workforce Development Scholarship program... Continue Reading →
January CAREERwise Newsletter: Career Tool Update – Career Videos and the Reality Check Tool
The January CAREERwise Newsletter now available. Topics in the latest edition are below. What’s New? Our career videos have been updated. Find hundreds of engaging videos, now organized by career cluster. Coming Soon: The Reality Check Tool will soon have a new look and feel. January FAQ Learn where to go if you’re looking for wages and career information... Continue Reading →
Countdown to 2019 CTE Works Summit
Are you and your regional career pathway colleagues ready for Minnesota Career and Technical Education’s 10th annual state conference? 5) Register for the November 5-6 conference.Deadline for purchase orders and checks is September 27; Credit card payments accepted through Nov. 6, based on availability. 4) Book your discounted hotel room at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest... Continue Reading →
September CAREERwise Newsletter: Nontraditional Careers
The September CAREERwise newsletter is now available. Topics in the latest edition are below. Skill Requirements Don't Have a Gender, so Why Should Jobs? If you're searching for a new job, you might want to consider a nontraditional career for your gender. Take a look at this list of nontraditional careers for men and women... Continue Reading →
Hundreds of $2,500 Scholarships Available Throughout Minnesota for Students Pursuing High Demand Careers
ST. PAUL, Minn., July 8, 2019 – Hundreds of college-bound students across Minnesota now have the opportunity to be awarded workforce development scholarships worth $2,500 or more that will help them launch a career in a high-demand occupation in Minnesota. These scholarships were made possible by a $7 million appropriation from the Legislature after a... Continue Reading →
Minnesota State Centers of Excellence 2nd Quarterly Newsletter
This quarter, we’re featuring stories on energy. The Minnesota State Energy Center of Excellence consists of 13 Minnesota State colleges and universities offering 40 energy-related programs developed in partnership with representatives from major utilities, labor organizations, rural electrics, and state agencies. Read the 2nd Quarterly Newsletter. • Sign up for their quarterly newsletter •... Continue Reading →
June CAREERwise Newsletter: How to Choose Your Major
The June CAREERwise newsletter is now available. Topics in the latest edition are below. How to Choose Your Major: Students can find tips and resources to help select their major on the How to Choose Your Major section on CAREERwise. They’ll also be able to see which occupations graduates from different majors are working in... Continue Reading →