Workforce Solutions to Host Nursing Academy

Workforce Solutions to Host Nursing Academy

  On Tuesday, September 26, Workforce Solutions Capital Area, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, and the Central Texas Healthcare Partnership (represented by Baylor Scott & White Health, Ascension Seton and St. David’s HealthCare) will host a nursing...
What’s the plan for Austin’s economy-growers now?

What’s the plan for Austin’s economy-growers now?

  When it comes to labor, the biggest challenge is having the skilled labor to fill available positions, said Tamara Atkinson, CEO of Workforce Solutions Capital Area. From 2021 to 2026, job growth in the region is forecasted to grow 12.5%, which is nearly three...
Austin metro unemployment rate hits nearly 4% in July

Austin metro unemployment rate hits nearly 4% in July

  The unemployment rate in the Austin-Round Rock metropolitan statistical area hit 3.8% in July, as reported by the Texas Workforce Commission on Aug. 18. The rate represents nearly 55,400 unemployed residents and is up from 3.5% in May and June. According to...
Experts Weigh In On Educating, Training Workforce

Experts Weigh In On Educating, Training Workforce

  The annual State of Workforce & Education Summit was hosted by the San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater San Marcos Partnership, bringing both local and statewide leaders together to discuss the current conditions of education and employment....