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East Kentucky Works Podcast
Want to know what's happening in Eastern Kentucky's workforce and beyond? You're in the right place! Produced by the Eastern Kentucky Concentrated Employment Program, Inc. (EKCEP), the East Kentucky Works Podcast provides a glimpse into the world of workforce and economic development in our part of Central Appalachia.
We'll hear from leaders in economic development, employers, workers, and more. EKCEP, a nonprofit workforce development agency headquartered in Hazard, Ky., serves Kentuckians and Kentucky businesses through an array of career and employment services. Learn more about us at www.ekcep.org.
East Kentucky Works Podcast
Level Up: Skills, Certifications, and Career Opportunities in Eastern Kentucky
Welcome to another episode of "East Kentucky Works" with your hosts, Jen and Jaeclinn! This week, we’re exploring the incredible training and certification opportunities available to job seekers and employers looking to upskill their workforce. Whether you're looking for a flexible remote job or want to learn a cutting-edge trade, we've got you covered!
In This Episode:
Learning New Skills to Get Ahead:
Discover how certifications and training can help you stand out and climb to the top of the resume stack.
Remote Work Opportunities with Teleworks USA:
Learn how Eastern Kentucky’s premier work-from-home service connects job seekers to flexible remote jobs without needing to relocate.
Affordable Certification Programs:
Get details about free and low-cost training, like the customer service certification program offered by EKCEP and the University of the Cumberlands.
Advanced Manufacturing Careers with eKAMI:
Explore their 16-week and 9-month training programs on state-of-the-art CNC machines and robotics, preparing workers for industries like aerospace and automotive.
Additional Career Pathways:
CDL training
Lineman programs
Healthcare roles, including medical assistant and phlebotomy certifications
Future Highlights:
Sneak peek at upcoming episodes featuring guest experts on incumbent worker training and more business solutions.
Local Labor Market Spotlight:
Find out what’s happening in the local job market, and don’t forget to check out EKCEP’s website and newsletter for the latest updates.
Visit your local Kentucky Career Center JobSight for personalized support.
Learn more about EKCEP and their services at ekcep.org.
Explore Teleworks USA opportunities: https://www.jobsight.org/work-from-home
Visit us on YouTube / @ekcep