Apprenticeships
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Youth vocational training tackles skilled trades shortage
At just 20, Charles Goede from Waterford, Connecticut, is a three-year apprentice plumber with Local 777.
Vocational Training Funding Instability Threatens Economy
Nine out of ten apprentices remain employed upon completing their registered program.
Vocational training struggles to tackle skilled labor shortage
The food and beverage manufacturing industry alone faces a projected 65,000 open job vacancies by 2025, according to Institute Smartprosperity Ca .
Skilled Trades vs. University Degrees: The Workforce Development Shift Is Happening Now
New members joining Iron Workers Local 25 can expect a total starting package of $57 an hour.
Singapore's aging skilled trades struggle to attract young talent
In Singapore, the median age of a craftsman hit 56, according to Straitstimes .
Ontario invests $2.6M in Mohawk College for skilled trades training
In Hamilton, over $2.
Organizations Expand Trades Training to Meet Skilled Labor Demand
Since 2018, The Home Depot Foundation's partnerships alone have certified over 70,000 participants in skilled trades, highlighting a massive, accelerating push to fill critical labor gaps.
Lowe's Foundation Invests $34 Million in Skilled Trades Training
Since 2023, the Lowe's Foundation has poured over $34 million into Gable Grants, spearheading a national effort to rebuild America's skilled trades workforce.
AI Training for Trades Workers: A Path to Economic Resilience
Microsoft and the North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) offer free AI literacy courses and credentials to millions of skilled trades workers across North America.
Young people drive surge in CSCS card applications
Nearly one in five new CSCS Alliance cards, essential for UK site access, went to under-25s in 2025.
Skilled Trades Need 2.1 Million Workers by 2030. Attracting Talent in 2026 is Key.
Last year, nearly 600,000 jobs were posted for major skilled trades positions, yet only about 150,000 new workers entered the labor pool through apprenticeship programs.
Lowe's Foundation invests $250 million in skilled trades training programs
The Lowe's Foundation plans to invest a quarter-billion dollars to train 250,000 skilled tradespeople by 2035, according to Lowe's Foundation .
Government Funds Boost Skilled Trades Training
The U.S. Department of Labor alone has injected over $162 million into expanding Registered Apprenticeships. This marks a national pivot towards bolstering the skilled trades workforce. This substanti
HCC Apprenticeship Program Secures New Funding for Skilled Trades
Houston Community College recently secured a $17 million investment from Bloomberg Philanthropies , signaling a major push to expand skilled trades through apprenticeships.
Western Australia sees fewer trade apprentices as demand rises
Western Australia's skilled trades pipeline has shrunk to a five-year low, with nearly 5,000 fewer apprentices and trainees enrolled since 2021.
Apprenticeships Surge Past Traditional Training, But Equity Gaps Remain
In 2024, over 560 candidates applied for just 27 spots in the prestigious Rolex apprenticeship program, resulting in a staggering 4.
High school construction programs build future skilled workforce
At L'Anse Creuse High School, students scan QR codes on an 'apprenticeship wall' to instantly apply for local construction jobs, bypassing traditional college applications.
Labor Dept. Awards $30M for Skilled Trades Education Apprenticeship Programs
The U.S. Department of Labor is injecting $30 million into skilled trades training programs. BlackRock simultaneously launched a $25 million initiative. This marks a combined $55 million surge in publ
Vocational Training Struggles with Tech Amidst Skills Chasm
By 2030, 2.1 million skilled trade jobs are projected to remain unfilled, a deficit that could cost the economy $1 trillion annually, even as AI and robots begin to reshape these very roles. This stag
BlackRock launches $100 million initiative for skilled trades training
BlackRock, a financial giant known for its investment prowess, has committed $100 million to train up to 50,000 skilled craft workers, marking a significant philanthropic pivot into vocational educati
Skilled Trades Surge as Tech Giants Expand Apprenticeships Amid Labor Shortage
In some North American markets, building data centers for tech giants now accounts for up to 50% of total work hours for union construction members, according to the Construction Owners Club .
Apprenticeships Surge: Vocational Training Tackles Skilled Trades Labor Shortage
In 2023, Southern Home Services hired Matt Ellenberg to enhance training.
Hands-on apprenticeships pay more than you think
The average starting salary after completing an apprenticeship program is a surprising $77,000, offering a direct path to financial stability without college debt.
Michigan skilled trades programs are not equitable, new report finds.
In Michigan, where skilled trades jobs are projected to grow by 13% over the next decade, only 18% of current apprenticeships are held by individuals from underrepresented minority groups.
Apprenticeships Address Skilled Trades Labor Shortage
CBRE and Meta are launching a multiyear initiative called LevelUp to recruit and train thousands of fiber technicians for U.
National Apprenticeship Week Highlights Skilled Trades Opportunities in 2026
Montana's Registered Apprenticeship Program grew by 33% over the past decade, reaching 3,464 active apprenticeships across 65 occupations in 2025, according to the National Governors Association .
BlackRock's $100M Investment Signals Urgent Need for Skilled Trades Apprenticeships
By 2027, the U.S. will need an additional 456,000 workers just to meet demand for construction services. This gap is so vast that corporate giants like BlackRock and Lowe's now pour hundreds of millio
Lowe's Invests $450M in Skilled Trade Worker Training Programs
Lowe's has committed an additional $200 million to train 250,000 tradespeople by 2035, bringing its total investment to $450 million and signaling a massive corporate intervention into the national sk
What Are Skilled Trades Apprenticeships and Why Do They Matter?
The number of female apprentices in the U.
Apprenticeships target 2026 skilled trades labor gap
Despite North Carolina being ranked the 2026 Top State for Workforce Development by NC Governor (.