Programs for Career Preparation & Workforce Development in NC

Building a Qualified Workforce Together

The Workforce Preparation System - WPS is an umbrella alliance through which programs like WorkPath are made possible. It is the steam behind the WorkPath engine for recruiting, guiding, training and retraining our workforce in Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany county. The objectives for the WPS are to provide a clear process for workforce preparation, educate stakeholders and develop skilled, credentialed workers.

The effectiveness and success of the system requires the communication, coordination and support of all key stakeholders.

The Workforce Preparation System encourages a stronger partnership between JobLink and the community. Registration through WorkPath identifies individuals in need of additional education and enables JobLink to match candidates to employment needs.

After registration and an initial assessment, sometimes the Career Readiness Certificate - CRC alone may be all that an individual needs to become a better prepared worker. A CRC is a workplace-based credential that gives employers and career seekers a uniform measure of key workplace skills.

Other situations require more intense education and training programs through Career Preparation. There are seven public school systems, 11 community colleges and 12 colleges and universities available in the surrounding areas of the Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany counties.

	Planning for Tomorrow's Workforce Today WPS is committed to the economic development and future workforce of the tri-county area as well. Any company that commits to relocating to Wilkes, Ashe or Alleghany county can receive assistance with new employee recruitment, screening and training as well. For more information on the Workforce Preparation System, Contact Mike Pierce at (336) 838-6579 or mike.pierce@wilkescc.edu.