Kentucky experienced solid employment gains in October
Kentucky experienced solid employment gains across most major sectors in October 2019 said the UK’s Center for Business and Economic Research.
Kentucky campuses pilot employability certification for academic programs
Kentucky is the first state in the nation to pilot a certification process that ensures college graduates are ready for the workforce with essential employability skills.
Kentucky colleges note record numbers of degrees and credentials
Last year, nearly 77,000 degrees and credentials were awarded, up almost 5% from the previous and up 39% from a decade ago. These numbers help keep the commonwealth on track to meet its goal of 60% of the working population with a postsecondary credential by 2030.
Toyota to hire 400 workers at Georgetown plant
Toyota says it is adding 400 employees at a Kentucky plant with starting pay of more than $18 an hour. The Georgetown plant is the company’s largest and already employs more than 8,000.
Manufacturing Month highlights billions in Kentucky-made goods
Kentucky exports have seen 15% growth since 2015, up to nearly $32 billion in 2018. Those goods were sent to nearly 200 nations globally.
Positive job growth anticipated for Kentucky through 2026
Each of Kentucky’s 10 Local Workforce Areas (LWA) is expected to have at least 33 occupations grow by 20 percent or more in the next 10 years. This growth will account for more than 280,000 total job openings.
400 Jobs coming to GM Corvette Plant in Bowling Green
Another shift and 400 new employees are needed at the Corvette plant in Bowling Green, bringing the total to over 1,300. The eighth generation Corvette begins production soon and there is manufacturing need for national and international markets.
Dippin’ Dots manufacturer expands beyond ice cream, adds jobs
Dippin’ Dots headquarters announced a $3.3 billion expansion, expected to create 28 new full-time jobs.
WellCare launches WellCare Works
WellCare of Kentucky will be offering a new online program to help members find social services and get jobs called WellCare Works.
AACC awards grant to KCTCS to expand apprenticeship programs
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) has received a $420,000 grant from the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) to participate in its Expanding Community College Apprenticeships project.
