(WTAQ-WLUK) — Nine organizations across Wisconsin are receiving state funding to train workers to fill critical roles, including an Appleton company.
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development announced Tuesday, more than $890,000 in worker training grant awards were released through the Wisconsin Fast Forward Program to assist organizations in training more than 340 workers in healthcare, customer service, technology, and manufacturing needs.
“Making sure Wisconsin is prepared to create jobs for the future must be a top priority, and whether it’s healthcare, manufacturing, or technology, we’re working to ensure we can fill in-demand jobs while giving folks the opportunity to increase their earnings and build on their skills,” said Gov. Evers. “These grants are a win-win-win for our workforce, economy, and communities, and I am proud of our work to secure these funds and build on our efforts to uplift Wisconsin’s workforce for years to come.”…