building a better future: how workforce development programs can create new pathways to skilled trades careers

workforce is essential for economy, and development, benefits individuals, communities, and businesses.
U.S is facing shortage, especially in the skilled trades, making it even more important to help train people for in-demand careers..
The shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing U.S economy, with 650,000 open jobs in the industry alone, said Jim Loree, CEO of Stanley Black and Decker..
Skilled trades, ventilation and air conditioning, are high demand.
Interplay Learning has developed new ways for development organizations to offer hands-on learning opportunities via desktop, laptop, tablet, or reality headset to give learners real-world experiences in accessible format. .
Digital learning platforms, including virtual classrooms, video courses and 3D simulations, can provide added flexibility that allow learners to fit training into their schedule at times that work best for them.
Success in skilled trades career requires hands-on learning, and Interplay Learning has created simulation training where learners can have realistic experience that will be parallel to what they'll experience in real life...
Using Interplay allows more community members to see the possibilities that exist within skilled trades careers, helping participants simulate hands-on experiences, said Marvin Kelley, director of construction and trade training at Goodwill Industries of Southern Piedmont..
Interactive training offerings like Interplay's, coupled with the personal support and career coaching Goodwill offers, helping more people in our community launch new careers and change their circumstances to achieve their goals.  .
Fortunately, technology like Interplay's 3D and reality training simulations can help equip individuals with the knowledge and cognitive skills needed to enter the skilled trades workforce. .
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