The Academies of Hampton and ACT Initiative

28/06/2019
The Academies of Hampton and ACT Initiative

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Episode Synopsis

This week, Educationally Speaking has reviewed the City of Hampton’s participation in the ACT Certified Work Ready Initiative which focuses on building the local workforce through economic development. This effort includes work with the public schools to close the skilled trades gap that exists in local industry. The program has both vocational and educational objectives. Students can earn the National Career Readiness Certificate which is a national recognized credential that enhances a candidate’s employment profile.