Building America's skilled technical workforce /

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Corporate author / creator:National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (U.S.). Committee on the Supply Chain for Middle-Skill Jobs: Education, Training, and Certification Pathways.
Imprint:Washington, DC : The National Academies Press, [2017]
©2017
Description:1 online resource (xx, 238 pages) : color illustrations
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11307026
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ISBN:9780309440073
0309440076
9780309440066
0309440068
Notes:"A report of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, Medicine."
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Summary:"Skilled technical occupations--defined as occupations that require a high level of knowledge in a technical domain but do not require a bachelor's degree for entry--are a key component of the U.S. economy. In response to globalization and advances in science and technology, American firms are demanding workers with greater proficiency in literacy and numeracy, as well as strong interpersonal, technical, and problem-solving skills. However, employer surveys and industry and government reports have raised concerns that the nation may not have an adequate supply of skilled technical workers to achieve its competitiveness and economic growth objectives. In response to the broader need for policy information and advice, Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce examines the coverage, effectiveness, flexibility, and coordination of the policies and various programs that prepare Americans for skilled technical jobs. This report provides action-oriented recommendations for improving the American system of technical education, training, and certification"--Publisher's description.
Other form:Print version: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (U.S.). Committee on the Supply Chain for Middle-Skill Jobs: Education, Training, and Certification Pathways. Building America's skilled technical workforce. Washington, DC : the National Academies Press, [2017] 9780309440066