The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW), in partnership with the WorkSmart Network and Wisconsin Job Service, is hosting a transferable skills workshop on July 29 followed by an interview event on Aug. 22 for workers affected by…
Grant to address healthcare worker shortage
A Fast Forward grant totaling almost $386,000 has been issued to help the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) and UW Health address critical healthcare workforce needs in the Dane County region. In the last year, healthcare organizations…
Green County cheese maker deals with employee churn
In her almost 30 years working in human resources, Wendy Cuevas has never experienced the kind of difficulty hiring workers as she has today. At Monroe-based Klondike Cheese, where Cuevas is human resources manager, she has hired 188 temporary and…
Students explore healthcare careers in summer internships at UW Health
From cardiovascular technologist to medical coder, 73 local students are exploring healthcare careers through internships at UW Health this summer. The paid internships aim to confirm students’ interests in healthcare careers and to develop a diverse workforce. Tasks may include…
Academy offers quick way to gain computer skills
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…
Twenty-two Inmates Honored at Windows to Work Graduation
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…
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…
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…
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Local Plan now available for public comment
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…
Middle College Student Recognized with MBA Award
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…