Expanding stem and healthcare workforce development education in upstate new york

The Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education awarded Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) a $2,065,000 Project Grant under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (CFDA 84.116) program. The 3-year grant, effective June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2026, will support HVCC's efforts to expand STEM and healthcare workforce development education in Upstate New York. Key products and services to be delivered include:

• Enhancing STEM and healthcare-related educational programs and opportunities to develop skilled workers for in-demand regional fields
• Integrating electric vehicle charging system training modules into existing HVCC degree programs like electrical construction and green technology management
• Providing emergency relief and student support utilizing COVID-19 pandemic CARES Act funding, including as a sub-grantee

Additionally, HVCC has a history of leveraging federal funding to expand workforce development programs, such as delivering machinist apprenticeship training to the Watervliet Arsenal and developing drone pilot training in partnership with Education & Training Resources LLC.