The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration awarded a $11,899,770 Project Grant to the State of New Mexico Workforce Solutions Department on November 1, 2024. The grant is funded under the Registered Apprenticeship program (CFDA 17.285), which supports the expansion, diversification, and modernization of registered apprenticeship opportunities across the United States. Through this award, the State of New Mexico Workforce Solutions Department will develop new apprenticeship programs, create pre-apprenticeship initiatives, and increase access to workforce training in key industries such as healthcare, information technology, education, clean energy, manufacturing, and construction trades. The grant aims to help the state build apprenticeship systems that connect individuals with skilled career pathways, with a particular emphasis on supporting underrepresented populations and addressing workforce development needs.
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