On July 19, 2023, the Department added a crucial new occupation to the list of professions we recognize as apprenticeable: registered nurse (RN). Apprenticeship creates a new pathway to a career as an RN for people who might not be able to stop working to go to college — one that will also help hospitals […]
On August 30th, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana is hosting its annual workshops to assist small businesses in accessing contracts, learning about procurement processes, and networking with decision-makers in the public and private sectors. As part of Hispanic Month celebrations, the LWC and the Registered Apprenticeship will be present to offer resources. This […]
We are excited to announce that the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Apprenticeship Agency will participate in this year's Oil and Gas Job Fair in the heart of Acadiana. The job fair is an opportunity for sponsors and apprentices to connect with employers and resources. Over 100 job opportunities will be available for multiple areas […]
The LWC and the apprenticeship agency are pleased to announce a summary of the details discussed in the H-CAP meeting will be presented to our apprentices and sponsors in a PowerPoint presentation. The H-CAP's Healthcare Apprenticeship Resources Playbook: A Guide to Federal and State Funding Webinar is available for those needing more information on healthcare […]
Join us for the September Network webinar, The Role of Apprenticeship Professionals in Increasing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs), on Tuesday, September 19, from 2 to 3 p.m. ET. We will discuss the roles apprenticeship professionals can play in increasing DEIA in RAPs, from working with sponsors to embed DEIA […]
Please join us for a webinar on how you can get involved with National Apprenticeship Week (NAW). NAW is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship for re-building our economy, advancing racial and […]
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act) is the first federal legislation to address access and equity for people with disabilities. In addition to helping set the stage for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this civil rights law prohibits discrimination based on disability in federal government employment, among other contexts. To honor the spirit […]
Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) falls on the first Friday in October. It is an opportunity to highlight careers in modern manufacturing and recognize the importance of the nation’s manufacturers to our everyday lives. MFG Day also provides an opportunity to promote manufacturing careers to women, veterans, and other populations historically underrepresented in manufacturing. Manufacturing boasts […]
The Evangeline Parish School District organizes the annual College, Career, and Job Fair for high school juniors and seniors on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. The fair will occur at the Mamou Recreational Center from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This year, we have partnered with the Louisiana Workforce Commission/Apprenticeship to include a job fair component […]
