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Maryland approves 3 new apprenticeship programs, adds 16 youth apprenticeship employers

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Tuesday announced that the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council has approved three new registered apprenticeship programs and 16 new youth apprenticeship employers. These additions to Maryland’s apprenticeship programs are expanding opportunities for students and workers in high-wage skilled trade jobs and non-traditional industries while supporting the workforce needs of local businesses. “Thanks to […]

Governor’s budget provides $7.5M for EARN Maryland, record $3M for state apprenticeship program

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Thursday announced that the Hogan administration’s proposed Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) budget provides $7.5 million for the nationally-recognized Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) Maryland grant program and a record $3 million for the state’s apprenticeship program. “Governor Larry Hogan’s proposed budget is a testament to his administrations commitment to creating greater opportunities for […]

Maryland Department of Labor awarding nearly $17M in federal funds to local adult education providers

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Department of Labor Secretary Tiffany P. Robinson on Wednesday announced that the Dept. of Labor will be awarding nearly $17 million in federal funds to local organizations that will help expand access to adult education opportunities for Marylanders. The Dept. of Labor is now accepting proposals for these grant funds to support local programs in adult basic and […]

Maryland adds 9,800 jobs, unemployment rate remains at 3.6 percent

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday released state jobs and unemployment data. According to the preliminary survey data, Maryland added 9,800 jobs in November. During the last four months, Maryland has gained 32,000 jobs, which is the strongest stretch in employment growth since 2010. The unemployment rate remained the same at 3.6 percent, the […]

Maryland adds 10,700 jobs, unemployment rate falls to 3.6%

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on Tuesday released state jobs and unemployment data. According to the preliminary survey data, Maryland added 10,700 jobs in October. During the past three months, 27,400 jobs have been gained, which is the largest three-month gain since 2010. Maryland’s unemployment rate has decreased to 3.6%, which is the lowest […]

Maryland doubles maximum funding amount for proposals to invest in registered apprenticeships

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Friday announced that it would be increasing the maximum funding request amount for its nationally-recognized Apprenticeship Innovation Fund (AIF) grants from $50,000 to $100,000. The AIF is designed to provide seed money to businesses committed to creating new and innovative apprenticeship opportunities to meet their workforce talent pipeline needs. “Since its creation, the […]

Maryland approves 3 new apprenticeship programs, adds 11 youth apprenticeship employers

Posted on November 13, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Wednesday announced that the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council had approved three new registered apprenticeship programs and 11 new youth apprenticeship employers. These additions to Maryland’s apprenticeship programs are expanding opportunities for students and workers in high-wage skilled trade jobs and non-traditional industries while supporting the workforce needs of local businesses. “As Maryland […]

Governor Hogan proclaims November 11-17 National Apprenticeship Week in Maryland

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has proclaimed November 11-17 as National Apprenticeship Week in Maryland. Maryland is joining other states across the nation to celebrate apprenticeship as a proven workforce development tool. This week-long observance will also recognize the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Programs success in growing the states registered apprenticeship programs. Maryland currently has 10,711 registered apprentices earning and learning, […]

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