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Mississippi Workforce Enhancement Training (WET) Fund is sponsored by Mississippi State Workforce Investment Board (administered by AccelerateMS in coordination with the Mississippi Community College Board). The WET Fund provides reimbursement for approved costs related to training for employers to enhance employee productivity in priority occupations and industries.
Eligible projects include training new or existing employees, train-the-trainer activities, and vendor training.
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Mississippi Deploying $8. 5 Million to Strengthen Workforce Pell Training » Office of Governor Tate Reeves Mississippi Deploying $8. 5 Million to Strengthen Workforce Pell Training JACKSON, Miss.
– Governor Tate Reeves today announced Mississippi is deploying more than $8. 5 million through the U.S. Department of Labor’s Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants program to expand short-term workforce training and strengthen the state’s implementation of Workforce Pell Grants.
The Mississippi Workforce Pell Systems and Pathways Initiative will bring together all 15 of Mississippi’s public community colleges to strengthen training pathways in advanced manufacturing, shipbuilding, construction and information infrastructure, and healthcare. Northwest Mississippi Community College serves as the lead for this project, with AccelerateMS partnering to assist in coordinating implementation statewide.
“Northwest Mississippi Community College is honored to lead this statewide effort alongside Mississippi’s 14 other public community colleges,” said Dr. Michael J. Heindl, president of Northwest Mississippi Community College. “This work is bigger than any one institution or region.
It is an opportunity to build a coordinated statewide approach that gives more Mississippians access to short-term, high-quality training leading directly to in-demand careers. We are proud to help turn this investment into programs and pathways that will serve students, employers and communities across Mississippi.
” The initiative is expected to serve more than 1,500 participants and support at least 19 short-term training programs seeking Workforce Pell eligibility. Programs will focus on employer-validated, in-demand career pathways and credentials that are portable, stackable and connected to opportunities for continued education.
The project will also strengthen statewide workforce data systems, improve participant and employment outcome tracking, and better connect community colleges with employers, workforce partners and state agencies. These improvements will help Mississippi measure outcomes and align training investments with high-skill, high-wage and in-demand occupations.
“Workforce Pell represents a significant opportunity for Mississippi to get this right from the beginning, to build the necessary data and technical supports while ensuring training is aligned with jobs available today,” said Dr. Courtney Taylor, executive director of AccelerateMS.
“We are deeply grateful to the U.S. Department of Labor for making this investment in Mississippi and recognizing the importance of strong community college and workforce partnerships. These resources will help us build a coordinated statewide approach that delivers meaningful employment outcomes for Mississippians and a stronger talent pipeline for employers.
” The initiative includes partnerships with employers across Mississippi as well as the Mississippi Community College Board, Mississippi Department of Employment Security, local workforce development areas and other workforce partners. This project is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration.
One hundred percent (100%) of the total project cost of $8,544,213 is financed with Federal funds. Zero percent (0%), or $0, is financed by non-governmental sources.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Employers in Mississippi with projects in priority industries. Training can be provided by local community colleges, contractors, or businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Mississippi Workforce Enhancement Training (WET) Fund is funded by Mississippi State Workforce Investment Board (administered by AccelerateMS in coordination with the Mississippi Community College Board). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Mississippi. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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