Workers fear they lack the skills to survive layoffs, report says

Even with the uncertainty surrounding automation, training and development remain invaluable tools for talent recruitment, retention and engagement.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 3, 2019

Smithfield Foods taps local colleges in its expanding apprenticeship program

As the employment market continues to strain employers, apprenticeships are popping up across the country. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

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Top trends in leadership development

With hiring on the back burner, the pressure is on L&D professionals to upskill the leadership team while also looking internally for the leaders of tomorrow. 

By HR Dive staff

Hacking the office microwave: How down time ups innovation

Employers are increasingly giving workers scheduled time for passion projects, but ROI remains a point of contention.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

Employer-educator coalition lands $1M grant to upskill STEM pros

Employees and employers know that workers will need skills training to keep pace with the digital revolution, but barriers remain.

By Riia O'Donnell , Kate Tornone • Oct. 1, 2019

Younger workers more likely to be offered skills training

While training budgets are increasing, many workers are still frustrated and unsatisfied with the offerings provided, a Clutch survey said.  

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

Both workers and employers see a need for upskilling

At the same time, preparations for workplace technological shifts are generally lacking.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 1, 2019

Walmart opens training academy in distribution center

The retailer is zeroing in on the need for skills training and development in its supply chain.

By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 30, 2019

Why L&D must be at the center of any returnship program

While many companies are developing or growing returnship programs, solid learning initiatives play a key part in ensuring success.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 24, 2019

Bill aims to support skills training for direct care workers

Among the fastest-growing roles are occupational therapy assistants, home health aides and personal care aides, BLS previously said.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 24, 2019

Unclear career paths, unequal access pose barriers to reskilling

Workers say they want training opportunities, meaning employers must adopt a learning culture to remain competitive in recruiting and retention.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 24, 2019

VR safety training may boost engagement, knowledge retention

Research continues to suggest that VR is becoming a vital resource for myriad types of employee learning.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 24, 2019

Salesforce provides $18.2M in grants to bolster math and computer science education

Several household names have created grants to bolster education, particularly in the STEM fields.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 17, 2019

Myths, bad habits keep learners from realizing potential, report says

Matching learning programs to learning patterns can help employers meet workers' needs. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 17, 2019

Comcast funds digital literacy training for low-income people with disabilities

For workers in low-income communities, access to digital training is shown to have a direct impact on wages.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 17, 2019

Case study: How Mailchimp grew its intern program by 400%

Jasmine Haugabrook of Mailchimp told HR Dive how the company better aligned its internship program with its talent strategy.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 17, 2019

MIT researchers say improving skills not enough to face automation

Technology's impact may be unpredictable, but experts have been clear in stating that L&D professionals need to emphasize basic digital literacy efforts.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 10, 2019

O'Reilly: More learners access AI- and data-related content

Hiring workers with tech skills could be easier for employers that eschew four-year degree requirements in favor of digital credentials or a willingness to learn. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 10, 2019

Case study: Southwest Airlines trains employees to disrupt human trafficking

At the end of the curriculum, the goal is for workers to be able to identify instances of the crime and take action if necessary.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 10, 2019

IBM: Millions of workers need training, but less than half of employers have resources to do so

HR professionals may have no choice but to invest in training if they want to move their organizations forward.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 10, 2019

TD Bank launches re-entry program for financial professionals returning from career breaks

Returnship programs are trending, with a common mission to get people with breaks in their careers up to speed professionally. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2019

Delaware's manufacturing job training program saw 33% growth in expected completion rates

The struggle to fill jobs in manufacturing continues thanks to the rise of new tech and the incoming retirement of much of the industry's employee base. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 3, 2019

Incarcerated people to prepare for freelance careers with tablets, vocational courses

GTL and VirtualiaNet's partnership is one of a few recent initiatives designed to help the formerly incarcerated find jobs and thrive professionally.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 3, 2019

6 states receive grants, state-specific data as part of training initiative

Public-private partnerships are growing as businesses look for external assistance to fill jobs and train talent.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 3, 2019

How to avoid 'breadcrumbing' employee development

Learning opportunities that provide only the bare essentials aren't enough for today's employees, who want growth opportunities beyond their roles.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 3, 2019

Coalition challenges Trump administration's apprenticeship proposal

The statement shows U.S. businesses still have concerns about the proposed apprenticeship recognition overhaul, despite support from employers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 30, 2019