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Labor Department to Award $100M to Expand High-Tech, High-Demand Industry Apprenticeships

December 11, 2014
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Labor Secretary Thomas Perez announced details of a new $100 million grant competition to expand apprenticeship opportunities in high-growth industries. The program will specifically target industries that are using H-1B visas to hire foreign workers.  By investing in collaborative efforts around the country, officials hope the program will help develop clear career pathways through apprenticeship, particularly for underrepresented populations. Labor expects to make about 25 awards, ranging between $2.5-5 million, to public-private partnerships that will register, improve and expand apprenticeship programs around the country. Applications are due April 30, 2015. Read the grant solicitation (FOA-ETA-15-02)…

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