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Europe Corporate Training Market size to increase by USD 43.03 billion during 2022-2027| Digitization of learning materials is notably driving the market growth- Technavio

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Monday, December 18, 2023

What is the projected size of the Europe Corporate Training Market in the next five years?

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  • What is the projected size of the Europe Corporate Training Market in the next five years?
  • The Europe Corporate Training Market is projected to reach a value of USD 43.03 billion in 2027.
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    What are some of the major companies operating in the Europe Corporate Training Market?
  • The market growth in Europe's corporate training sector is propelled by the digitization of learning materials, driven notably by the adoption of cloud-based services like CMS and corporate training platforms.

Nashville State Community College, Tennessee Oncology Form Medical Assistant Certification Program

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nashville State Community College and Tennessee Oncology have partnered to offer interested Tennessee Oncology employees the opportunity to invest in their own educational and professional development at no personal cost.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nashville State Community College and Tennessee Oncology have partnered to offer interested Tennessee Oncology employees the opportunity to invest in their own educational and professional development at no personal cost.
  • Similar to other healthcare providers, Tennessee Oncology, a nationally recognized oncology practice with 35 clinics throughout Tennessee and North Georgia, consistently looks for trained and licensed Medical Assistant professionals.
  • The Medical Assistant training certification program is the first phase between Nashville State and Tennessee Oncology, a partnership that will address a multi-pronged workforce strategy in other medical fields.
  • "With this Medical Assistant program, we are tailoring this program to fit the needs of Tennessee Oncology."

National Utilities Diversity Council (NUDC) hosts December 12 webinar: Returning Citizens and Utilities: Platinum Level Programs Inside Prisons and After Reentry

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Monday, December 11, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Utilities Diversity Council (NUDC) announced today that Dr. Keesha Middlemass, Associate Professor of Political Science at Howard University, will be part of its December 12 virtual panel – Returning Citizens and Utilities: Platinum Level Programs Inside Prisons and After Reentry.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Utilities Diversity Council (NUDC) announced today that Dr. Keesha Middlemass, Associate Professor of Political Science at Howard University, will be part of its December 12 virtual panel – Returning Citizens and Utilities: Platinum Level Programs Inside Prisons and After Reentry.
  • Registration can be accessed on the NUDC website https://nudc.com/
    Dr. Middlemass, whose book, Convicted and Condemned: The Policies and Politics of Prisoner Reentry (NY University Press) won the 2018 W.E.B.
  • Lastly, the panel will address the role of regulators and utility leadership, who can both have a tremendous impact on these programs.
  • The National Utilities Diversity Council educates, develops best practices and guides efforts that will promote diversity in the utilities and communications industries in the areas of governance, employment, procurement, language access/customer service, and philanthropy.

Government of Canada launches Union-Led Advisory Table to help workers succeed in Canada's economic future

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O'Regan Jr., and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced the launch of the Union-Led Advisory Table.

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  • Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O'Regan Jr., and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced the launch of the Union-Led Advisory Table.
  • It will advise the Government on the most pressing issues facing workers today, including automation and the changing labour market.
  • The Union-Led Advisory Table will provide recommendations to the Government on how best to support workers affected by economic change, with a focus on supporting skilled, mid-career workers in at-risk sectors and jobs.
  • The Advisory Table will complete its work later in 2024 and will share its findings with the ministers soon after.

March of Dimes Canada's SkillingUp Gets Major Federal Funding Injection

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

Supported by DIGITAL and funded by the Government of Canada's Skills for Success Program, this investment more than doubles SkillingUp's current program funding.

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  • Supported by DIGITAL and funded by the Government of Canada's Skills for Success Program, this investment more than doubles SkillingUp's current program funding.
  • The new funding will complement investments from Microsoft Canada and CIBC Foundation empowering learners for in-demand jobs of today and tomorrow's digital economy.
  • "We're thrilled to announce this new funding as we celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities," said Len Baker, March of Dimes Canada's President and CEO.
  • We're proud to support March of Dimes Canada and the SkillingUp initiative, which will help remove barriers for the next generation of leaders and changemakers."

Government of Canada invests to help Albertans improve their skills and find jobs in today's labour market

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Monday, November 20, 2023

In 2021–22, more than 100,000 Albertans received training and employment supports through the labour market agreements.

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  • In 2021–22, more than 100,000 Albertans received training and employment supports through the labour market agreements.
  • Labour market agreements fund both Labour Market Development Agreements (LMDAs) and Workforce Development Agreements (WDAs) through bilateral agreements with the provinces and territories.
  • The Government of Canada's largest investment in training is through bilateral labour market transfers with provinces and territories.
  • Over the past two decades, provincial and territorial training and employment programs funded by labour market transfers have helped millions of Canadians improve their skills.

Montgomery County Community College Launches New IT Apprenticeship Program

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Friday, November 17, 2023

HOUSTON, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Safal Partners, a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) national Industry Intermediary for cybersecurity and tech apprenticeship expansion, is pleased to announce that Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has achieved a significant milestone with the approval of the MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program for IT (MAP IT@Montco). This innovative program, built on MCCC's extensive experience and commitment to education, has been crafted to address the dual needs of local businesses and students, focusing particularly on underserved communities in Montgomery County. 

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  • Expedited approval of innovative IT Generalist Registered Apprenticeship Program in PA with help from Safal Partners.
  • The MAP IT@Montco IT Generalist Apprenticeship Program received expedited approval at the November 2023 Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Council meeting, a notable achievement.
  • "I attribute this success to the College's longstanding dedication to IT education and the meticulous design of the program."
  • Montgomery County Community College's comprehensive curriculum includes more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as customized workforce training and certifications.

National Institute of Innovation and Technology (NIIT) and Manufacturing Works of Ohio Announce Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) Under New National Program

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

HANOVER, Md. and CLEVELAND, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Institute of Innovation and Technology (NIIT)–the U.S. Department of Labor's Intermediary responsible for expanding Registered Apprenticeships throughout the nation in semiconductor and nanotechnology supply chains and lead in executing a national strategy to expand the U.S. talent pipeline––and Manufacturing Works, a Northeastern Ohio-based nonprofit in the workforce development space have announced several new Registered Apprenticeship (RAs) programs under a new partnership, designed to provide greater career opportunities for Ohioans.

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  • New program, announced during National Apprenticeship Week, supports workforce development in semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries
    HANOVER, Md.
  • The innovative, competency-based programs, which are designed for the tech sector and advanced manufacturing-related industries, are part of NIIT's Growing Apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductor (GAINS) program.
  • In this initial wave, Manufacturing Works will be establishing 33 new RAPs across Ohio under the GAINS program.
  • The following list includes all of the companies establishing RAPs through NIIT and Manufacturing Works' partnership in Ohio:

Florida Entrepreneur Introduces New Marco's Pizza Location to Magnolia Community

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

MAGNOLIA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza opened its newest location in Magnolia on Oct. 30. Located right across from the Magnolia Publix at 2196 Everglades Ln., guests can expect menu items created using fresh, high-quality ingredients.

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  • MAGNOLIA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza opened its newest location in Magnolia on Oct. 30.
  • Marco's also meets consumers' ever-changing dietary preferences by offering Cauliflower Crust pizza and was the first national pizza delivery brand to offer Pizza Bowls – a crustless pizza baked in a bowl.
  • The new Marco's location in Magnolia will also serve the Pizzoli , Marco's newest handheld menu offering and for a limited time, the Hot Honey Magnifico pizza.
  • For more information about the Marco's Pizza location in Magnolia, please visit www.marcos.com , call (321) 766-9090, or download the mobile app.

New Program Gives High School Students Job Training and Placement in Allied Healthcare Careers

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Monday, October 23, 2023

After a comprehensive and successful two-year pilot with more than 900 students, MedCerts has launched a training program for high school students to earn a nationally recognized credential in Allied Healthcare and Health IT careers.

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  • After a comprehensive and successful two-year pilot with more than 900 students, MedCerts has launched a training program for high school students to earn a nationally recognized credential in Allied Healthcare and Health IT careers.
  • The new program combines online training and, if needed as part of the certification, a residential experience in a healthcare setting guided by healthcare professionals.
  • For many students, securing a job right after high school with college credits in hand could make higher education more attainable.
  • MedCerts has opened the program to public and private schools for the 2023-24 school year, to be managed through career centers, vocational training, or existing healthcare training programs and academies.