Workforce Edge

SkillStorm is thrilled to announce that we’ve joined forces with Workforce Edge, powered by Strategic Education, Inc., to expand access to industry-recognized tech certifications for Workforce Edge partners’ employees. ???? As the demand for skilled tech professionals continues to grow, this partnership will help create a new tech ecosystem by allowing no-tech and low-tech workers to gain their first industry certifications and support entry tech workers in upskilling to middle-tech jobs. As Eric Robertson, SVP of Workforce Accelerator at SkillStorm, shared: “Our partnership with Workforce Edge creates a flexible learning environment to help employees earn in-demand credentials while continuing their work.” To read the full announcement visit: https://hubs.ly/Q036nRp00 #SkillStorm #WorkforceEdge #StrategicEducationInc #TechCertification #WorkforceDevelopment #Upskilling #TechTraining #FutureOfWork #EmployeeGrowth

Employers are investing heavily in upskilling, but are these efforts hitting the mark? Research from Strategic Education, Inc's third annual Workforce Survey shows that while 74% of employees receive upskilling opportunities from their employer, half are worried about gaining skills needed to advance their career. In Joe Schaefer's recent Fast Company article, he explores three critical questions organizations should ask to elevate their upskilling programs and better serve their workforce: - What skills will your organization need in 5-10 years? - Do employees know what skills they need to advance? - Are current upskilling programs working for employees? The data is clear: traditional in-house training alone isn't enough. Organizations that provide comprehensive education benefits - offering flexibility, autonomy and clear pathways for advancement - are better positioned to close skills gaps while driving retention and economic mobility. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ef3mY5Dn

With a workforce evolving and adapting to technology changes, many working adults are seeking online learning options to help them grow their capabilities. Taylor Corum, senior solutions consultant for employer partnerships at Strategic Education, Inc., recently shared some trends in online education she's anticipating for 2025: https://lnkd.in/e6TM-P6b

Organizations committed to leading their industry in the future know that tuition assistance isn’t just about paying for education—it’s a strategic investment in upskilling ? ????, ensuring their workforce is always prepared for the next challenge and ready to excel in a competitive landscape. The data is in ??: 91% of business leaders agree that tuition assistance benefits programs can upskill their workforce which gives organizations a competitive advantage. ? Source: "Realizing and Unlocking the Strategic Value of Tuition Assistance Benefits," Harvard Business Review, 2024

The link between growth opportunities and improved DE&I is clear. Offering tuition assistance helps bridge the education gap, ensuring all employees have equal access to growth opportunities. ?? With DE&I remaining critical to business success in 2025, HBR insights reveal that 80% of business leaders agree that tuition assistance benefits programs can help organizations build a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Source: "Realizing and Unlocking the Strategic Value of Tuition Assistance Benefits," Harvard Business Review, 2024