Initiatives
Strategic Workforce Initiatives
Work Ethic Certificate Program
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This is a certificate program from Greenwood County high school students based on points earned through classroom performance, school behavior, and community involvement. Students meeting minimum point-levels are awarded Work Ethic Certification that shows employers documentation of traits consistent with a strong work ethic.
Ready To Work Credential
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The purpose of this program is to develop a unified, basic skills certification program in the Greenwood community with a primary focus on the adult workforce as well as the emerging workforce that utilizes WorkKeys testing, computer skills, and soft skills training to prepare individuals for the workplace. The initial focus of this program is on advanced manufacturing and healthcare clusters. Data has been
Intern/Apprentice Web Portal
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To create a web-based, online clearinghouse to match local high school students and college students with internship and experimental learning opportunities available through Greenwood employers. Connect 2 Business is a program that will be free to employers and serve that purpose. The Uppers Savannah Region will be one of four pilot regions in South Carolina to utilize Connect 2 Business.
