Posted by Michelle on Apr 30, 2021 in News
The Greater Iowa City Area HBA Vocational Training Council (VTC) is partnering on two Architecture-Engineering-Construction (ACE) initiatives – student-built sheds and a student remodel – aimed at giving high school students skilled-trades experience. The VTC also received a Future Ready Iowa Grant for tools to support its ongoing efforts. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the VTC’s award-winning Student-Built House program – where high schoolers build a home alongside...
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 27, 2021 in News
The Greater Iowa City Area HBA Vocational Training Council (VTC) has been awarded a $5,000 Future Ready Iowa Employer Innovation Fund grant, one of 13 issued by the state for 2021. Helping Iowans The purpose of the matching-grant program is for employers, community leaders and others to carry out creative solutions that address local workforce issues and develop regional workforce talent pools. More specifically, it is designed to support innovative ways in helping...
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 21, 2021 in News
It’s time for the Spring Membership Drive! You have four entire weeks to make some calls, send several emails and share the benefits you’ve experienced as a Greater Iowa City Area HBA member. Every Iowa City Area HBA member has the power to make an impact on membership. This year, we’re asking just that: ONE in 21. Start during our Spring Membership Drive, May 1 – 31. Take that step toward supporting membership growth, one member at a time....
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 16, 2021 in News
There are many jobs in the skilled trades that are in high demand. Rewarding career paths such as carpentry, plumbers and HVACR technicians do not require a four-year degree and have the earning potential of more than $50,000 a year. In fact, many skilled trades offer apprentice opportunities so students can earn while they learn. If you’re thinking about starting a new career, your current skills are likely a match for at least one career path in the skilled trades....
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 13, 2021 in News
Members: It’s time for the Spring Membership Drive! You have four entire weeks to make some calls, send several emails and share the benefits you’ve experienced as a Greater Iowa City Area HBA member! Every Iowa City Area HBA member has the power to make an impact on membership. This year, we’re asking just that: ONE in 21. Start during our Spring Membership Drive, May 1 – 31. Take that step toward supporting membership growth, one member at a time....
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