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EDUCATION & TRAINING
Through training, continuing education, and consulting for individuals and employers, the Workforce & Economic Development Division (WEDD) designs and delivers programs that respond to the needs of individuals, employers, communities, and economic development agencies with a flexible delivery format that allows for customized solutions.
Our Primary Focus

The primary focus of WEDD is to address the needs of four main categories of the region's workforce:

  1. Emerging (just entering the workforce),

  2. Existing (needing to upgrade skills),

  3. Entrepreneurial (for small business development), and

  4. Transitional (moving from one industry to another).
WEDD Partnerships

WEDD's partnerships represent a broad range of organizations including (but not limited to):
  • businesses,
  • chambers of commerce,
  • community-based organizations,
  • local and state governments,
  • educational institutions, and
  • professional and trade associations.

Our partners help us fulfill our mission to identify workforce needs and provide quality programs to promote lifelong learning.
Achieve Your Objectives

Whether you want to enhance your employment opportunities or enrich your personal life, WEDD can help you achieve your objectives.
  • We provide top quality programs using the latest versions of materials and taught by highly-skilled professionals.
  • Our flexible delivery format allows you complete educational programs at times and locations that are convenient to your busy lifestyle.
  • We provide customized credit and non-credit training for business and industry.
  • WEDD provides a wide range of programs that allow for lifelong learning opportunities.