The Department of Labor & Industry recently announced that the free online job training program SkillUp PA will launch statewide on Aug. 14 to help Pennsylvania job seekers gain the new skills they need to join the workforce or advance their career.
“SkillUp PA is another great example of the Wolf Administration’s efforts to help Pennsylvania workers and businesses,” said L&I Deputy Secretary Sheila Ireland. “This new virtual job training program is a true win-win for Pennsylvanians who need to enter the workforce or advance their career, as well as the businesses who will get a new pipeline of the skilled workers they need to succeed.”
PA CareerLink is bolstering its program offerings with SkillUp PA and the new program’s enhanced virtual options to support reskilling and upskilling Pennsylvania’s workforce.
Online trainings that will be available beginning Aug. 14 through SkillUp PA include:
– Accounting/Finance
– Clerical
– Customer Service
– Human Resources
– Information Technology (IT)
– Marketing
– Microsoft Office
– Project Management
– Soft skills (communication, time management, professionalism, etc.)
Pennsylvanians interested in SkillUp PA virtual training should visit PA CareerLink at pacareerlink.pa.gov for more information, including how to register.
All commonwealth job seekers are encouraged to register online with PA CareerLink or reach out directly to their local offices to learn more about the various free programs, services and resources available, including:
– Job search and training assistance
– Adult education classes and workshops
– Resume assistance
– Referral services to partners
