Iowa Workforce Development

Registered Apprenticeship (RA) allows participants to earn while they learn on-the-job skills. And, employers gain a skilled employee once they've completed the program requirements. With more than 950 Registered Apprenticeship programs and over 9,700 active participants, it's no secret that RA is helping build Iowa's future workforce. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gpn2DfxM

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has been a champion for Registered Apprenticeship programs for years but now IWD will be even more involved in how they operate across the state. Kolby Knupp, Program Manager at the Iowa Office of Apprenticeship, joins the Mission: Employable podcast to talk about how the state is taking over Registered Apprenticeships from the U.S. Department of Labor and what that means for employers and future apprentices in #Iowa. #NAW #NAW24 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #apprenticeship #MissionEmployable #podcast #workforce 🎬 https://lnkd.in/gBh-CM7u 🎧 https://lnkd.in/giuycXEM

A new #childcare #grant is open! Find out how your business can help expand child care offerings throughout the state with the Child Care Business Incentive Grant. The deadline to apply is December 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM. Learn more or apply here: https://ow.ly/xo7Q50UcUwK A webinar will be held on December 3, 2024, at 11:30 AM. Interested businesses can register at https://ow.ly/Sc1T50UcUwL

If you’re an employer looking to start a Registered Apprenticeship—it all starts with a conversation. The Iowa Office of Apprenticeship (IOA) can help guide your business in creating, launching, and attracting apprentices to build your future workforce. Program participants can earn while they learn, growing their skilled knowledge. #NAW #NAW24 #apprenticeship #nationalapprenticeshipweek Learn how to get started by completing the Apprenticeship Sponsor Interest form here: https://ow.ly/aF4F50UcIUo

Iowa's workforce relies on its greatest natural resource—people. The Iowa Office of Apprenticeship (IOA) was recently recognized as a State Apprenticeship Agency by the U.S. Department of Labor. The newly formed office aims to enhance apprenticeship opportunities for Iowans and help them explore Registered Apprenticeship by expanding programs from employers and career pathways for apprentices. #NAW #apprenticeship #nationalapprenticeshipweek Learn more about the office by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gpn2DfxM

Iowans filing for unemployment can learn how to protect themselves from cyber fraud threats. This can happen when using an untrusted device or if you have a lapse in computer security features. When possible, using secure Internet connections and multi-factor authentication (MFA) can help curb cyber fraud attempts. #FraudWeek #FraudAwareness Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gpftD3nY

Iowa’s unemployment rate moved to 3% in October due to hesitancy in hiring. The state’s overall labor force increased by 200 Iowans. Read more about the state’s latest workforce report at https://lnkd.in/gF-yiubr

Registered Apprenticeship opportunities provide an environment where participants can earn while they learn. For Iowa's future #workforce, these opportunities might mean exposure to an #industry or path many might not have considered. Learn more about how #students can start their #career journey, start learning, and start earning before they even leave #highschool. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW #NAW24 #RegisteredApprenticeship #apprenticeship Learn more about Registered Apprenticeship opportunities by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gpn2DfxM

International Fraud Awareness Week (November 17 – 23): The deceptive practices of fraud can come in many forms, including providing false information to gain benefits or access to sensitive information for malicious purposes. Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is committed to increasing awareness and providing #resources that Iowans and employers can use in their everyday lives to protect their information in Unemployment Insurance (UI) accounts. #FraudWeek #FraudAwareness To learn more, including how to report potential fraud to IWD, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gpftD3nY

Governor Reynolds recognized the important role Registered Apprenticeship (RA) plays in building Iowa’s #workforce by signing a new proclamation ahead of National Apprenticeship Week (November 17 – 23). The proclamation was signed at Broadlawns Medical Center during an event highlighting new #healthcare careers. RA programs provide pathways to future #employment through hands-on learning while program participants earn a living wage. Whether you are an employer, participant, or have completed a program – we can’t wait to see what kind of future you build! #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW #NAW24 Learn more about Registered Apprenticeship in #Iowa by visiting: https://lnkd.in/ggPxRD3k