NYC-based nonprofit gets $2M grant to build tech training program with local employers

The initiative is part of the groundbreaking of a new 80,000-square-foot facility, set to open in 2020 near New York's Union Square.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 27, 2018

Earn-while-you-learn training provided by Wisconsin manufacturing company

A Wisconsin manufacturing company is looking to woo workers with free training, a paycheck and college credit. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 27, 2018

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Top trends in upskilling

The upskilling landscape has shifted, especially since artificial intelligence joined the workplace.

By HR Dive staff

Woz U pilots partnership to upskill learners

The university created by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is partnering with CareerCircle to reach learners with interest in digital skills. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 27, 2018

Is there a gender training gap?

In a recent study, men reported greater access to training for technical skills and soft skills compared to women — which points to one possible driver of the leadership gap.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 27, 2018

The more training employees get, the more they want

Employees and job seekers are not only expecting to be upskilled and trained — they are beginning to demand it.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 20, 2018

Walmart's Black Friday VR simulator puts workers in a noisy, crowded store

Store associates can explore four- to five-minute sessions that attempt to reproduce the audio and visual experience of working during the holiday rush.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 20, 2018

How to spot employees with the most learning potential

Employers that fail to meet learning needs may drive top performers to greener pastures — and also miss out on the ripple effect their good work can create.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 20, 2018

Training a top priority for employees, report shows

In today's tight talent market, employers hoping to retain must be ready to train.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 20, 2018

Study: 1 in 3 managers can't deal with high-stress situations

In today's tight talent market, employers can't afford to let managers negatively affect morale, performance and retention.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2018

Lack of planning and accountability still holding back women's advancement

Only 36% of Canadian companies and 40% of American companies have a proactive plan to advance women to roles in senior leadership.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 13, 2018

10 tips for creating an effective L&D program

Identifying your needs and knowing your target audiences are a good place to start, experts told HR Dive.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 13, 2018

New LinkedIn Learning function gathers all of an employer's content in one place

The move may be a play by LinkedIn to align itself with the broader learning trend toward video content curation.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • Nov. 13, 2018

Underemployed grads present a hiring opportunity

Adding an internship or work experience could boost new grad's wages and help employers prepare a strong development pipeline.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 13, 2018

ESL classes could offer alternative to problematic English-only policies

CU Boulder's Employee English Language Program accepts participants from all backgrounds, including custodial workers and housing and dining staff.

By Riia O'Donnell , Katie Clarey • Nov. 6, 2018

White House: 'Pledge to America's Workers' will create 6M training opportunities

After shifts in immigration enforcement, the administration has focused on upskilling American workers.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 6, 2018

L&D is a top concern for apparel makers, and e-learning may not cut it

Employers in the industry are particularly insistent that workers develop an understanding of the entire supply chain, not just their own place in it.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 6, 2018

Why front-line managers are a learning program's greatest ally

Continuous learning is now important for every employee. But managers are key to making any learning initiative work.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 6, 2018

How colleges are adapting to workforce development mandates

From microcredentials to private-sector partnerships, higher education is responding to a changing economy with new curriculum and programs, according to presenters at the Educause conference.

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 6, 2018

New data: How learning impacts engagement and productivity

Udemy’s SVP of HR shares new data insights on how workplace learning helps move the needle on key business outcomes like employee engagement and productivity.

By Cara Brennan Allamano, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Udemy • Nov. 6, 2018

Why SHRM's general counsel left to focus on harassment prevention

In our latest "Exit Interview," EverFi's Elizabeth Owens Bille says "the time has come to take a new approach."

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 31, 2018

University relocates students to Kansas at no cost for job-training program

Participants receive paid schooling for either aviation sheet metal assembly or process mechanic painter tracks, along with a guaranteed job upon completion and potential sign-on bonuses.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

How the American Nurses Association gamified training for its 4M members

A heavy dose of gamification can allow for personalization of learning on a massive scale.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

Atlanta forced to return $1.3M in training grants

The city's training agency was unable to spend the grant money before a June deadline, according to a local news report.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

Report: Detroit's training pipelines can't keep up with demand

The Motor City needs a comprehensive restructuring of its training and apprenticeship programs to meet industry demand, a new report by Crain's Detroit Business reveals.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 30, 2018

LinkedIn Learning Pro users to get new skills insights feature

Launching in 2019, the feature will give administrators access to data on organizational skills proficiencies with the ability to compare to similar businesses.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 23, 2018