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Government 'won't leave generation of young people behind' - Reeves. Back in the Commons, Reeves turns to youth employment. The number of young people not in education, training or employment "increased by 113,000" over the last five years, she says. The number of "inactive people reached record highs" under the Tories, she adds, pledging that "this government will not leave an entire generation of young people behind". She says the government is "already taking action", reforming apprenticeships and through its youth guarantee - with more plans to be set out "in the coming weeks". #SpringStatement

The senior living industry welcomes $145 million in federal funding to expand apprenticeship programs aimed at addressing staffing shortages and upskilling caregivers. This investment supports sustainable workforce pipelines and improved care quality for aging populations. Learn more here. #SeniorLiving #WorkforceDevelopmen

Florida is officially ranked #1 in the nation for workforce education, reaching its 2030 goal five years early. With record-breaking CTE enrollment, expanded apprenticeship programs, and more than $12 billion invested in workforce pathways, Florida continues to lead in preparing students for high-wage, in-demand careers. This milestone reflects historic growth across K-12, postsecondary, and adult education programs statewide. Source: Office of Governor Ron DeSantis, “Florida Reaches #1 in Workforce Education,” February 2026. #WorkforceEducation #FloridaEducation The Florida College System FLORIDA COLLEGE SYSTEM FOUNDATION INC

Strong workforce is one critical piece of the pie that draws industry to our state and builds vibrant communities.

200,000 miles. One mission: build a stronger early childhood education workforce. From South Carolina to California—and up through Washington, Idaho, and Illinois—this journey has been equal parts breathtaking landscapes and boots-on-the-ground work with the people who keep childcare running: educators, directors, apprentices, and community partners. Every mile represents a conversation, a classroom, a training room, and a commitment to making high-quality credentials and career pathways more accessible for working adults. This video is a cross-country highlight reel of the places, people, and purpose behind the travel. If you’re an employer, workforce partner, funder, or ECE leader who wants to expand credentialing, apprenticeship, and wraparound support in your region—let’s connect. #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECE #ChildcareWorkforce #Apprenticeship #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerPathways #CDA #NonprofitLeadership #EducationLeadership #SouthCarolina #California #Washington #Idaho #Illinois

U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes is now officially recognized as a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor. Our program (Registration #2026-VA-140058) has been registered with the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry as part of the National Apprenticeship System for the occupation of Child Care Development Specialist. What this means: ✔ Federally recognized Registered Apprenticeship pathway ✔ Paid, employer-sponsored training model ✔ Nationally portable Certificate of Completion ✔ Workforce-aligned system for early childhood professionals ✔ Structured On-the-Job Training + Related Technical Instruction Through our CEO Apprenticeship (Childcare Educator Operator) model, we are building more than classrooms — we are building compliant, workforce-aligned Childhood Development Home operators across Virginia. This registration reinforces our commitment to: • Regulatory excellence • Quality assurance in home-based care • Entrepreneurial pathways in early childhood • Workforce system alignment across regions Thank you to Virginia Works and the Division of Registered Apprenticeship for your continued partnership as we expand a scalable, systems-based approach to early childhood workforce development. The work continues. #RegisteredApprenticeship #WorkforceDevelopment #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ApprenticeshipUSA #VirginiaWorks #ChildcareEntrepreneurship #Ulaunch

It's still #CTEMonth! ✨ CTE is a broad term for education that combines academic and technical skills with the knowledge and training needed to succeed in today’s labor market. At ASPIN, our Community Health Worker (CHW) program reflects that model — blending structured online instruction with dedicated instructor support, mock skill development, and opportunities for field placements and Registered Apprenticeships aligned with in demand Healthcare & Human Services careers. As we expand this pathway, we’re working with employer partners to assess capacity for enhanced Work-Based Learning and are proud to partner with Greater Lafayette Career Academy and Blue River Career Center to pilot CHW CTE programs beginning Fall 2026. We are actively seeking opportunities to collaborate with orgs, schools, employers, and community partners interested in exploring what CHW CTE pathways could look like for the learners you serve. Let’s work together to create career-connected learning that leads to real opportunity. #CTEMonth #IndianaCTE #CHW #WorkBasedLearning #CareerPathways #WorkforceDevelopment

An exciting new initiative led by six Mass. community colleges and employer partners is addressing urgent workforce challenges. The colleges are launching apprenticeship degree programs that take a long-proven workforce development approach, common in careers such as plumbing and electrical trades, and apply it to new occupations where there is significant need for talent with post-secondary credentials. With this model, students earn both wages and credit while in the program. These programs open doors to high-demand careers for students who may need to work while they learn, while providing employers with a reliable, local pipeline of skilled talent. The initiative is supported by over $6 million in grants from the Richard and Susan Smith Family Foundation and Accelerate the Future. Bunker Hill CC, Massachusetts Bay Community College, Quinsigamond Community College, Middlesex Community College, North Shore Community College, Northern Essex Community College https://lnkd.in/eAzRuA8v

Big moves for youth apprenticeships in California! Last month, UNITE-LA joined education, workforce and policy leaders in Sacramento to help move from planning to implementation of a statewide youth apprenticeship system to expand equitable career pathways for youth. Edgar Castillo represented UNITE-LA and shared how new legislation is streamlining access and strengthening regional coordination. Read the full story and more in UNITE-LA’s February newsletter: https://bit.ly/4rYhw83

National child care shortages demand innovative solutions – and early childhood educator apprenticeships are proving to be exactly that. A recent piece by The Hechinger Report highlights how apprenticeship models are helping to transform the early childhood field. By aligning paid work, mentorship and formal training, these programs help address staffing shortages while expanding access to quality early learning. The impact goes beyond the classroom. When families can reliably access child care, parents are able to participate in the workforce, businesses experience greater stability, and local economies benefit. Stories like these remind us that investing in early childhood educators is investing in both our economy and our children’s futures. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gFEU7z8U