Economic & Workforce Development (EWD)
The Center for Economic and Workforce Development at West Virginia Northern Community College contributes to economic development for the area by enhancing the regional workforce through training, continuing education and consulting for individuals and employers
Using
a team approach within the Center and a reliance on partnerships with external
groups, the Economic and Workforce Development Center responds to the needs
of individuals, employers, communities, and economic development agencies
with a flexible learning methodology which allows for customized solutions.
The
Center addresses workforce development needs of the emerging, existing,
entrepreneurial and transitional workforces through specific programs in
Continuing Education, technical education partnerships, the Small Business
Development Center and customized training. In addition, the Center is responsible
for the College's flexible degree programs.
Major
partnerships include those with RESA VI, the Northern Panhandle Technical
Education and Training partnership with six county school systems, and the
Public Service Internship program.
