Academy offers quick way to gain computer skills

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April 11, 2017 Article written by the Watertown Daily Times. Even if the job doesn’t involve using a computer, today’s applicants need computer skills to get that position. Job seekers often find they have to complete applications online or submit their resume as a computer-generated document. The Computer Skills Academy offered at Madison College’s Watertown campus […]

Twenty-two Inmates Honored at Windows to Work Graduation

Windows to Work graduates

April 6, 2017 MADISON, Wisc. – April 6, 2017 – Twenty-two inmates at the Dane County Jail celebrated their graduation of the Windows to Work program on Wednesday, April 5. This 7-week course is designed to increase the chances of success and employment after release from jail. Windows to Work offers re-entry tools, support, and […]

WDBSCW to partner with Madison Schools with $400K Joyce Foundation grant

Madison Schools and Partners Awarded National Grant for Personalized Learning High School Pathways Helps Students Create Roadmap to Success MADISON / April 15, 2016–The Madison School District, together with Madison College, the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin, the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce and the City of Madison, announced today that the partnership […]

RFP for WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Services Now Available

The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) announces the availability of grant funds and requests proposals to provide workforce development services under the provisions of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). To view the available RFP and pertaining application information, visit http://wdbscw.org/requests-for-proposals/.

Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Local Plan now available for public comment

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The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires each workforce development board (WDB) to develop and submit, in partnership with the local chief elected official, a comprehensive four-year plan to the State of Wisconsin. The Local Plan reflects the current and future strategies and efficiencies that the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin will use […]

Middle College Student Recognized with MBA Award

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The Dodge County Manufacturing Business Alliance held its first awards breakfast at the Juneau Community Center on February 25. Those receiving awards included Beaver Dam High School senior Raven Salzer, who was recognized with the youth in manufacturing award. Salzar is a second-year student of the WDBSCW-administered Middle College program. For the full story, go here.