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      Accelerated Training Programs Use Innovative Funding Model to Decrease the Skills Gap in Virginia

      Posted by Kate Ressler on March 2019

      Virginia’s economy has a skills gap, and it’s not alone. There simply aren’t enough credentialed workers to fill the open jobs in practically every state, according to the National Skills Coalition.

      The Virginia Community College System (VCCS), in partnership with trade associations and industry councils took action and created the FastForward program. Learn how this performance-based program has helped improve the lives of Virginians by helping them start new careers in in-demand fields.

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      Topics: Career Pathways, Allied Health Careers, Industry News, Credentialing, NHA News

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