Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce
Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce

Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2017-06-04

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 0309440068

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Skilled technical occupationsâ€"defined as occupations that require a high level of knowledge in a technical domain but do not require a bachelor's degree for entryâ€"are a key component of the U.S. economy. In response to globalization and advances in science and technology, American firms are demanding workers with greater proficiency in literacy and numeracy, as well as strong interpersonal, technical, and problem-solving skills. However, employer surveys and industry and government reports have raised concerns that the nation may not have an adequate supply of skilled technical workers to achieve its competitiveness and economic growth objectives. In response to the broader need for policy information and advice, Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce examines the coverage, effectiveness, flexibility, and coordination of the policies and various programs that prepare Americans for skilled technical jobs. This report provides action-oriented recommendations for improving the American system of technical education, training, and certification.

Peace Jobs
Peace Jobs

Author: David J. Smith

Publisher: IAP

Published: 2016-03-01

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 1681233320

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This book is a guide for college students exploring career options who are interested in working to promote peacebuilding and the resolution of conflict. High school students, particularly those starting to consider college and careers, can also benefit from this book. A major feature of the book is 30 stories from young professionals, most recently graduated from college, who are working in the field. These profiles provide readers with insight as to strategies they might use to advance their peacebuilding careers. The book speaks directly to the Millennial generation, recognizing that launching a career is a major focus, and that careers in the peace field have not always been easy to identify. As such, the book takes the approach that most any career can be a peacebuilding career provided one is willing to apply creativity and passion to their work. ENDORSEMENTS: The 30 profiles and other examples of career options across disciplines in Peace Jobs should be a required resource for all high school and college career offices. Packed with valuable realistic examples of how students, from a wide array of backgrounds, connected their passion with a paid career, it answers the ever present question “but what job can I get in peacebuilding”? Jennifer Batton Co-Chair, Peace Education Working Group and Chair, North America, Global Partnership for the Prevention of Armed Conflict Coordinator, International Conference on Conflict Resolution Education If changing the world is your calling, David Smith offers the guiding framework to channel passions and talents into meaningful employment. In Peace Jobs, millennials and others can discover ways to apply their social conscience to traditional and transformative career opportunities. Tony Jenkins, PhD Director, Peace Education Initiative, The University of Toledo Managing Director, International Institute on Peace Education Coordinator, Global Campaign for Peace Education

Careers Begin Here: Recruiting.jobcorps.gov
Careers Begin Here: Recruiting.jobcorps.gov

Author: Labor Dept., Job Corps

Publisher: Government Printing Office

Published:

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9780160936289

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Careers Begin Here: Recruiting.jobcorps.gov This full-color booklet filled with photographs and helpful graphics provides all of the basic information anyone considering joining the Job Corps needs to know. It describes hands-on training, living on a Job Corps campus, connecting with teachers/counselors/employers/graduates, how to apply to Job Corps (requirements/eligibility), provides quotes from actual members about what Job Corps is like and how it has helped them, the type of job training available and how this training can translate into real-world success, academic and professional connection opportunities, a United States map with Job Corps campus locations, and a blank page to write any questions one may have to ask one's Job Corps Admissions Representative. ITEM AVAILABLE DATE 02/03/17. Related items: Apprenticeships: Career Training, Credentials, and a Paycheck in Your Pocket can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/029-001-03405-9 High-Earning Workers Who Don't Have A Bachelor's Degree can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/029-001-03325-7?ctid=197 Resumes, Applications, and Cover Letters can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/029-001-03480-6?ctid=197 Other publications by the Department of Labor (DOL) can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/agency/197

Youth Employment and Training Programs
Youth Employment and Training Programs

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1985-02-01

Total Pages: 510

ISBN-13: 0309035953

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Do government-sponsored youth employment programs actually help? Between 1978 and 1981, the Youth Employment and Demonstration Projects Act (YEDPA) funded extensive programs designed to aid disadvantaged youth. The Committee on Youth Employment Programs examined the voluminous research performed by YEDPA and produced a comprehensive report and evaluation of the YEDPA efforts to assist the underprivileged. Beginning with YEDPA's inception and effective lifespan, this report goes on to analyze the data it generated, evaluate its accuracy, and draw conclusions about which YEDPA programs were effective, which were not, and why. A discussion of YEDPA strategies and their perceived value concludes the volume.

Corps Strength
Corps Strength

Author: Paul J. Jr. Roarke

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2010-09

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1459602048

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Renowned for its rigorous fitness training, the Marine Corps requires every member to be physically fit, regardless of age, grade, or duty assignment. Corps Strength applies the same techniques used to develop and maintain each Marine's combat readiness to a day-to-day program for top-level fitness. Every aspect of training is incorporated into the program - including warm-ups, stretching, upper body, core strength, lower body, cardio, running, goal-setting, and motivation. The author has trained thousands of people and witnessed time and again the amazing results achieved by these proven techniques. Regardless of current fitness levels, this personalized training methodology will enable readers to begin today and immediately progress in absolute strength, muscular endurance, aerobic capacity, and joint flexibility. The workouts in this book are packed with grueling mind- and body-draining tasks that test the mettle of any athlete while bringing him or her to top physical form.