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Capital Workforce

 

WELCOME TO CAPITAL WORKFORCE PARTNERS

 

Serving 37 municipalities in
North Central Connecticut,
Capital Workforce Partners keeps
the pulse of the needs in the “local” marketplace. Established under the Federal Workforce Investment Act,
this "workforce investment board" coordinates comprehensive programs provided through contracted private and public partners and service providers.

These programs are critical in developing a skilled, educated and vital workforce. Led by a consortium of the region’s chief elected officials, and representatives from business, education, labor and public groups serving on its Board of Directors Capital Workforce Partners is an essential “Partner” for economic development in the region.

A Partner in
What is CTWorks?  
 

WHAT'S NEW

RFQ - Mortagage Services Specialist Agency

Click Here for RFQ

Deadline for Letters of Interest - July 11, 2008

June 4, 2008 - Allied Health Symposium - A festive, celebration of our Allied Health Workforce Advancement partnerships took place at Riverfront Recapture's Boathouse.  The event featured guest speaker, Maria Flynn from Jobs for the Future and testimonials from students participating in School-at-Work programs, Bridges to Health Care Careers and the Allied Health Career Advancement program.

June, 2008 - B.L.U.E. is BRIGHT - Ekimmy Green (l) and Pricilla Rodriguez (r)  proved to themselves that they could accomplish anything they set their minds to.  They completed CWP Competency Training at the Blue Hills Civic Association where they increased their computer, customer service, and job readiness skills.  Both these young women feel that the B.L.U.E. program has helped them to become better role models for their children.

May 20, 2008 - Reaching to the Sky - CT Dept. of Labor Commissioner Pat Mayfield (4th fr l) along with CWP Pres. & CEO Tom Phillips (3rd fr l) and Rick Mullins and Tom Lorenzetti of CCSU - ITBD (1st and 2nd on l) visit the management and staff of 2008 Workforce Star honorable mention, SPX Precision Components in Newington.

May 16, 2008 - Building the HealthCare Talent Pipeline - Here is the graduates of the Manchester CNA program who are excited about beginning their careers in the Allied Health Field.  They look forward to using their classroom instruction, hands-on skills practice and clinical experience to help those in need.   Capital Workforce Partners funds this initiative. (Photographer: Shelly McKenzie)

May 2, 2008 - Hartford Jobs Funnel Program Manager Yolanda Rivera huddles with her most recent graduates at City Hall.  19 graduates completed an 8-week Brownfields Training program that results in Environmental Technician certification, a great key to open the door to employment and self-sufficient wages. It also helps our community work toward a "greener" and "safer" environment, by having more qualified technicians ready to work.

 

 

Meet Our Dynamic New Britain LIFE team - These individuals, along with their LIFE Coach, Martha Rolon (lower right) and Workshop Lead, Rose Bracero from HRA Energy Assistance (far left) are on their way to a better future.  LIFE stands for Low Income Families Employment, and the program is designed to help individuals improve their careers.

SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND LEARNING PROGRAM

Application Package - Click Here

Deadline Extended:
May 16, 2008

 

JOB SEEKERS - Laid Off? Transitioned Out? 
Need A New Job? 

Hartford CTWorks accepts walk-ins for dislocated worker certification and has a daily sign-in list.
Enfield CTWorks
will provide certifications for walk-ins as well, or an appointment can be scheduled with a phone call. 
New Britain CTWorks,
certifications are performed twice a month in a group setting - call 827-7012 for the next session.

For locations and hours of these facilities - Click here.

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EMPLOYERS - Do You Qualify For Training Funds?   
Click here for our Incumbent Worker Training Program Description and Application

Capital Workforce Partners Mission:

We leverage public and private resources to produce skilled workers for a competitive regional economy.

Jobs for People, People for Jobs

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