Summary
Today marks the opening of the two-day forum "Let's Get to Work – HireGuam," featuring DIY television star and general contractor Kayleen McCabe as the keynote speaker. Organized by the Guam Department of Labor and the Guam Contractors Association, the forum aims to promote apprenticeship programs as a means to strengthen Guam’s labor force and provide pathways for careers in the trades.
This event underscores the ongoing efforts to encourage local workers to enter the trades, highlighting the importance of apprenticeship programs in developing a skilled workforce. With various training partnerships and expert insights, the forum seeks to inspire attendees to explore rewarding career opportunities through registered apprenticeships.
Why this matters for apprenticeships
This forum is a vital opportunity for registered apprenticeship programs to showcase the benefits of earn-and-learn models, which combine practical experience with education. By engaging speakers like Kayleen McCabe, the event emphasizes the potential for apprenticeships to create sustainable career pathways and address workforce shortages in the trades.
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