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Gay Gilbert - May 11, 2020
Answers to four frequently asked questions about unemployment insurance benefits under the CARES Act.
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Employment Resources for People on the Autism Spectrum
Scott Michael Robertson - Apr 22, 2020
During National Autism Awareness Month, learn more about resources to help young people and workers on the autism spectrum, employers, service providers and others.
Helping Apprentices and Other Workers Gain In-Demand Skills
Pam Frugoli - Mar 18, 2020
An updated Advanced Manufacturing Model is now available on the CareerOneStop Competency Model Clearinghouse.
Businesses, higher education, and workforce development organizations can use the updated model when developing curriculum, identifying workforce skill gaps, and detecting competencies required for credentials. The refreshed model helps ensure that workers learn skills that employers need.
The new model – developed in collaboration with SEMI (an industry association representing the electronics manufacturing supply chain) – includes:
Manufacturing process design and dev
7 Compliance Assistance Sites Small Business Owners Should Bookmark
S. Marisela Douglass - Nov 25, 2019
In recognition of Small Business Saturday on November 30, here are seven Labor Department pages that can help you make sure your small business is complying with the law.
Innovating in Apprenticeship
Carolyn Jones - Nov 19, 2019
A new initiative of the Office Employment Disability Policy is helping develop and test innovative strategies in apprenticeship programs to provide people with disabilities the skills for high-demand careers.
Creating Apprenticeship Programs that Work for Everyone
Jennifer Sheehy - Nov 15, 2019
Supporting apprenticeships for people with disabilities is one way we can help the 450,000 job seekers with disabilities learn in-demand skills and connect them with quality career opportunities.
Honoring Our Veterans and Those Who Hire Them
Sam Shellenberger, S. Marisela Douglass - Nov 07, 2019
On this Veterans Day, we honor those who have defended the American people and the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy. We also recognize those employers who have made the commitment to recruit, hire, and retain our veterans with family-sustaining careers.
Remembering a True Public Servant: Alan Lebowitz
Timothy Hauser - Oct 21, 2019
The Department honors the memory of Alan Lebowitz, the first Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Employee Benefits Security Administration.
Advancing Our Ideals and Economy
Jennifer Sheehy - Jul 26, 2019
For 29 years, the ADA has helped ensure the full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of community life, including employment.