Employment and Workforce Development

Pennsylvania's workforce development system boosts both businesses and workers. It helps them compete in the global, knowledge-based economy. The system improves employer competitiveness and innovation. It also prepares Pennsylvanians for well-paying jobs. 

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Overview

The Employment and Workforce Development system helps businesses in Pennsylvania. It helps them become stronger and more successful. It does this by making sure workers have the right skills and training to do their jobs well. When workers are well-trained, it helps businesses be more competitive and innovative. This is especially important in today's global, high-tech economy.

The workforce development system also helps people in Pennsylvania find well-paying, good jobs. These jobs are important for the state's economy and help support families. The system provides training and education. They prepare people for careers that are in high demand. This benefits both workers and businesses in Pennsylvania.

The workforce development system is important. It helps businesses grow and succeed. It helps people in Pennsylvania get skills for well-paying, in-demand jobs. This makes the whole state stronger and helps improve the quality of life for everyone.

Job Seeker/Worker Services

PennSERVE and AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs. Each program has a different approach to improve lives and foster civic engagement.

PennSERVE & AmeriCorps

PA CareerLink®

Pennsylvania CareerLink® is a comprehensive career website. It contains resources for people looking for individuals, employers, and training providers.

PA CareerLink®

Job training

Access online resources designed to help with your job search.

Job training

Workforce Development Services

Apprenticeship and Training

Apprenticeship programs allow employers to train their future workforce while providing individuals with a learn-and-earn approach to career development.

Apprenticeship and Training

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

WIOA requires the governor of each state to submit a four-year unified or combined state plan outlining the state’s workforce development strategy.

WIOA

Local Workforce Development Boards

LWDB support the state's public workforce system, which provides education, training, and programs to develop the local and regional workforce and drive economic growth.

LWDBs

Workforce Development Resources

Resources include a media library for our Bureau of Workforce Development Administration and a detailed breakdown of our Opioid Program.

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