The Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board (LTWDB) announced today that Career TEAM, LLC, a nationally-recognized workforce development leader, has been selected as the region’s Direct Services Provider via a competitive RFP process. Career TEAM will provide services to adults, dislocated workers, youth and the business community through the four Kentucky Career Center-Lincoln Trail (KCC-LT) locations, […]
Fifth annual State of the Workforce Summit seeks to address workforce challenges, opportunities
Organized by the Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board (LTWDB), the State of the Workforce Summit is set for Wednesday, June 22, at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
A quality career as a quality tech is waiting for you
Column by Tony Cook Have you ever driven down the highway and wondered about the guardrails on the shoulder of the road, concrete paved roads or the overhead sign structures you’re traveling below? Theseare critical pieces of highway infrastructure, but where are they manufactured? Central Kentucky-based manufacturer Mid-Park, Inc., which is my place of employment, […]
New ECTC nursing partnership offers career pathway at Baptist Health Hardin
By Michael Hazzard and Myra Covault Healthcare workers are in demand in communities around the country, providing a lucrative career pathway for many. Healthcare and healthcare support roles made up nearly four in 10 of U.S. News and World Report’s recently released annual 100 Best Jobs Ranking. However, one major obstacle prospective employees face is […]
A fulfilling electrician career is waiting for you
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electrician jobs in the U.S. are expected to grow by nine percent from 2020 to 2030. Approximately 84,700 openings for electricians are projected each year on average over the decade. With the new BlueOvalSK Battery Park coming to Hardin County, the need for electrical services will be […]
In-demand Career: Plumber
Looking for a career that has a high earning potential and offers great job security? Consider a career as a plumber! On average, plumbers earn $25/hour and bring home more than $50,000 per year. Here in Central Kentucky, we are seeing a high demand for commercial and residential plumbers. Lucas Hedgespeth, owner of Performance Plumbing which […]
Collaboration is key to an engaged, well-prepared workforce
The Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board (LTWDB) recently released its three-year strategic plan, reflecting on the hard work and insight of our board and many regional stakeholders. The focus of the strategic plan is to strengthen the existing workforce by providing career services and training to job seekers, connecting with those who struggle with barriers […]
Recruit new employees with help from Kentucky Career Center-Lincoln Trail
Almost everywhere you go today, you will see a “now hiring” sign in the window. While the current job market is rich with opportunities for job seekers, employers are struggling to find people with the skills and passion for helping their companies succeed. Local employers are competing for the same top candidates, with many positions […]
Explore a new career path this Manufacturing Month
October is Manufacturing Month and an excellent time to reflect on the importance of manufacturing in our lives. In Kentucky, we produce many things Americans use every day: car parts, aluminum foil, hand sanitizer, and even peanut butter, to name a few. Additionally, Kentuckians create products that help our country on a larger scale, from […]
LTWDB Releases Three-Year Strategic Plan
This plan represents the hard work of the Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board and many of our regional stakeholders and is informed by a recent analysis of the regional labor market. This document provides an overview of the planning process, findings from stakeholder engagement and market analysis, as well as goals and objectives and recommendations […]
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