Workforce and Training – PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Industrial Resource Centers (IRCs)
Part of the statewide Manufacturing PA initiative, the IRCs are a network of regional organizations focus on assisting manufacturers grow and stay competitive in a changing global economy. Workforce development consultations are part of their many available services.
Pennsylvania’s Industry Partnerships
Pennsylvania’s Industry Partnerships are regional industrial partnerships of businesses in a shared labor market who work with multiple teams to address overall competitiveness of the industry. Employers are welcome to join their local NGIP for networking, collaboration, and setting sustainable initiatives.
WEDnetPA Workforce Grants
The Workforce & Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA) is a DCED-funded workforce training program helping employers upskill employees to fill in employment gaps.
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grants
The DCED-funded Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program can be used to help cover the costs of formal instruction or classroom requirements associated with apprenticeships.
Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant
Supporting new and innovative training focused on developing the skill sets of entry-level applicants in the manufacturing industry to better meet the needs of hiring employers.
PASmart
PASmart is a multi-pronged workforce initiative supporting students, jobseekers, and workers by connecting them with the information they need to succeed in our evolving economy.
Digital Skills Training
Employers who would like to improve the digital skills of their employees can find free or low-cost trainings located near their business using the PA Digital Skills Training Map. The trainings can help employees with internet and computer skills to help them find information online, send or post information online, or better communicate using cell phones, apps, the internet, or other communication technology.