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 […]
This year, we recognize #LaborRightsWeek Aug. 28-Sept. 1. Visit www.dol.gov/LaborRightsWeek to learn more about your rights at work. View our free workplace rights resources in English and Spanish: www.dol.gov/LaborRightsWeek #LaborRightsWeek Do you work in the United States? Whatever your age, wherever you’re from, you have rights. Learn more: www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/immigration #LaborRightsWeek Everyone who works in the […]
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 […]
Today, the LWC (Louisiana Workforce Commission) and the Apprenticeship Department celebrated their second Tradeshow and Conference with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana. The event allowed businesses to share their goals of serving underserved and Hispanic communities in Region 4. The attendees were able to assist Hispanic businesses in overcoming negative impacts and help […]
Employers and organizations in the healthcare industry are utilizing Registered Apprenticeships to combat the predicted shortage of skilled workers and changing industry trends. The H-CAP Academy is hosting a webinar to provide insight into healthcare apprenticeships and offer resources for obtaining Federal and State funds. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about public funding […]
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 […]
National Hispanic American Heritage Month begins on September 15th and is celebrated through October 15th. The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution, and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans […]
Rigzone, in partnership with the Louisiana Workforce Commission-Apprenticeship, recently participated in an Oil and gas Job Fair where over 100 employers were present to showcase over 200 job openings for entry-level and expert candidates. Many candidates who attended the fair had already received upskilling through LWC programs such as WIOA career services and apprenticeships and […]
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 […]
