Collett has announced $250,000 in Schools-to-Work grant funding for Pennsylvania’s first Laboratory Animal Caretakers Apprenticeship through the Pennsylvania Society for Biomedical Research.
Information provided by the office of state Sen. Maria Collett
Collett has announced $250,000 in Schools-to-Work grant funding for Pennsylvania’s first Laboratory Animal Caretakers Apprenticeship through the Pennsylvania Society for Biomedical Research.
"Apprenticeships are crucial pathways for well-paying, stable careers that boost our workforce and ultimately, our economy,” Collett said. “The 12th District is home to thriving biomedical and life sciences sectors, and this landmark program will help fill a growing need for trained professionals in the field.”
The Pennsylvania Society for Biomedical Research is one of 14 grantees to receive a portion of the $3.3M in Schools-to-Work grant funding:
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry’s Schools-to-Work Program provides funding for grantees to establish or enhance a workforce development partnership between schools, employers, organizations, or associations to create employment and training pathways. Applications for the Round 4 Grant were accepted through January 4, 2024.