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Blue Ridge Advances Opportunities, a DOL WORC (Workforce Opportunity Rural Communities) funded program, is designed to help unemployed dislocated workers, new entrants into the workforce, and incumbent workers receive the skills, training, and education needed to retain current employment or improve employability, as well as individuals in recovery seeking to reenter the workforce.
The training focuses on in-demand occupations of our region such as Cyber Security, Advanced Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Applied Laboratory Technician, HVAC Technician, Software Development, IT support, and more. The grant supports both college degree certificates and short-term career training, and is offered to youth and adults.
Eligible participants are supported through personal advising, enrolled in applicable courses at no cost, including textbook assistance, and career counseling.
For more information and to determine eligibility, contact:
Alan Daley
(304) 260-4380 ext. 3413
Lisa Osborn
(304) 260-4380 ext. 3443
The total cost of the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College grant program known as “Blue Ridge Advances Opportunities is estimated to be $1,490,363. 100 % of the project or $1,490,363 is funded through the U.S. Department of Labor. Blue Ridge Advances Opportunities further supports the project with $326,720 of leveraged resources.
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