Learn more... BREAKING NEWS! LIVE & WORK - Build Your Career -- Continuing Education -- Training -- Chambers of Commerce - Our Lifestyle -- Community Profile -- Housing -- Education -- Cost of Living -- Public Safety -- Health Care -- Climate -- Arts & Entertainment -- Sports & Recreation - Move to MIGSW -- Find a New Home -- Housing Information -- Telephone & Utilities -- Child Care & Education -- Medical Resources -- Retiring in MIGSW -- News Media -- Places to Worship -- Government Information -- Taxes -- Transportation -- Accommodations -- Calling All Volunteers -- Relocation Packages -- More Services & Info DO BUSINESS - What's Hot! - Business Resources -- Economics -- Financial -- Workforce Development -- Int'l Business Resources -- Michigan Govt Issues - Relocate to MIGSW -- Site Selection -- Infrastructure -- Labor Force -- Incentives -- Taxes -- Accommodations GREAT PEOPLE - Career Connections - Famous Residents - Clubs & Organizations ABOUT MIGSW QUICK FACTS COMMUNITY LINKS AREA MAPS CONTACT US SEARCH RETURN TO HOME PAGE Workforce Development Our Future Depends on Workforce Development Michigan's Great Southwest offers a diverse and skilled workforce that can't be beat. Our community is committed to providing businesses the opportunity to find the employees they need, while offering individuals the opportunity to receive gainful employment. That's why area economic development agencies and educational institutions have formed partnerships to strengthen the school-to-career linkages necessary to help young people become aware of diverse career opportunities, and how to prepare for them. This is not just a local trend; it's a statewide trend. The state's strategy includes a $50 million, two-step initiative. The first step addresses immediate needs by providing community college scholarships for up to 10,000 students who enroll in high-demand, technical training, associate degree or certificate programs. Secondly, Michigan will devote $30 million to establish at least five new Michigan Technical Training Centers (M-TEC) for adults at community colleges. One of these state-of-the art facilities is located right in our region. Michigan's Great Southwest is being readied for success in dozens of educational and employment preparation programs that complement business needs of all kinds. From GED courses to job-skills training to counseling, these resources help individuals obtain valuable skills and join the region's productive business workforce. Recruiters from area industries will find a wealth of newly trained skilled labor, eager for employment. Work Force Development Programs Career Fairs Partner Employment Network Meeting Facilities If you see this image then click it to find locations in that category in our area! For more information Cornerstone Alliance P.O. Box 428, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 tel: (269) 925-6100 webmaster@michigansgreatsw.com