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It is so important for theses young individuals to recognize that construction is not merely a last resort option but rather, it stands as one of the most crucial trades in the process of building and fortifying America's infrastructure.

It is well known and documented that Maine has a workforce shortage. “Help Wanted” signs appear often on Main Streets in every county. Demographically, Maine is the oldest and most rural state. More Mainers are retiring from, rather than entering, our workplaces. These subject matter experts need to impart their knowledge, skills and wisdom upon the upcoming generation of talent to help our economy thrive. Meanwhile, young adults are searching for new and increased onramps to the career pathways they want and need. Furthermore, to achieve its 10-year strategic goals, Maine needs to attract and retain 75,000 more workers into the state’s talent pool by the end of this decade. This is no small or temporary endeavor.

Career and Technical Education that includes Vo-Ag, business, marketing, health sciences and industrial technology, to name a few, help prepare students for life after they graduate high school—whether that path is through a University, 2 year college or straight into the workforce

Is this where we should direct our young people’s attention? 🤔 The rise of AI and robotics is set to replace many white-collar jobs. While new jobs will emerge, not everyone will fit into these roles. Accountants, bankers, sales reps, administrators, recruiters, interpreters, and even coaches, beware. If you're not replaced, you'll be fewer and working alongside AI and robots. 🤖 Don’t laugh. This is coming. 📉 We're talking massive changes in just a few years, not decades. 📆 However, in the foreseeable future, AI and robots won't be able to do everything. They can't fit a new bathroom or rewire a house. 🛠️ Skilled plumbers, electricians, gas fitters, and similar trades will become highly valued. 💡 For schoolchildren and teenagers, it’s wise to figure out what AI or robots can’t do in the near future. Study that trade. Keep your options open with other studies, but prepare for a different world of work. Head to where the puck will be, as they say in ice hockey. 🏒 #futureofwork #ai #robotics #careercoaching

Building and accelerating our region’s skilled trades pipeline is crucial in addressing an urgent housing affordability crisis. Education is foundational to this. The Ontario government’s recent announcement fast-tracking high school students into rewarding skilled trade careers is a welcome and important step in addressing an ongoing shortage of skilled trades workers in the province. With a laser focus on our region’s prosperity and livability, CivicAction looks forward to continuing to partner with stakeholders to strengthen coordination within the sector, support retention of talented workers, build safe workplaces for all, and identify solutions that can speed and scale our region’s skilled trades capacity - now and into the future

🏗️Southern Nevada is facing a critical shortage of skilled trade workers. Here's how trade schools and programs are stepping up to meet the demand🛠️ 🏫 Apprenticeships, trade schools, and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs are creating vital pipelines for skilled workers 💰 Many trades offer competitive salaries, with some reaching six figures within a few years 🎓 Apprenticeships often provide free tuition and the opportunity to earn college credits 🏢 CCSD has seen a 27% increase in CTE enrollment, with new academies opening to meet demand The skilled trades offer: 💵 Comparable pay to many college degrees 🧠 Transferable skills 🚀 Rapid employment opportunities 📚 Pathways to further education Let's change the narrative: skilled trades are essential for our economy and offer rewarding career paths! 💪 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/g4mNe2U4 #SkilledTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerEducation

The United States will need thousands of new skilled construction workers to address the nation's housing deficit, which the National Association of Home Builders estimates at 1.5 million homes. Earlier this year, I had the privilege of joining James Tobin, CAE, President of the National Association of Home Builders, Maria Flynn, CEO of Jobs for the Future (JFF), and Dr. Andy Hines of the University of Houston at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Conference to discuss the skills shortage that impacts every industry, particularly the skilled trades. The encouraging news is that there is widespread agreement on the need to provide our youth with greater exposure to a diverse set of careers from a young age. The NAHB is doing commendable work to support school districts and organizations like B&GC in this endeavor. Here is the summary of our discussion at the B&GC conference which links to NAHB's workforce development page rich in resources to promote careers in construction in your community. https://lnkd.in/ewByUXtc #Skilledtrades #constructionjobs #Skillsshortage #apprenticeships #youth

JVS alum Ibrahim Mohamed is featured in today's CalMatters article by Adam Echelman highlighting the High Road Training Partnership (HRTP), which provides state funding for programs that train workers for quality jobs and/or transform workplaces to provide better conditions, benefits, and wages for employees. Funding for workforce development programs that focus on family-sustaining careers in in-demand industries is vital to advancing economic equity and building a future where all workers can thrive. JVS receives HRTP funding for our training programs that support jobseekers on their paths to economic mobility, and our outcomes show what is possible when workforce development programs are adequately funded and centered around long-term worker achievements. Thanks to Ibrahim, JVS Senior Manager of Partnership Impact Elizabeth Toups, Contra Costa Water District, and CCWD DEI Workforce Development Program Manager Steven Currie (he, him, his) for being a part of this article. #HRTP #WorkforceDevelopment #QualityJobs #SustainableJobs #JVS #JVSBayArea https://lnkd.in/gmvuEQHW

Interesting video from Axios where they highlight the rise of skilled trades enrolment from Gen Z in the USA. 🚧. #construction #onpoli #canpoli #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #contractors #skilledtrades #jobs #apprentices Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills / Travail, Immigration, Formation et Compétences Skills Ontario Skilled Trades Ontario / Métiers spécialisés Ontario https://lnkd.in/gsXQpsu2