People power the regional economy. BDCC is committed to helping people find opportunities, and helping employers find the talent they need. This is the recipe for thriving communities. Our workforce programs and partnerships are designed to foster a skilled regional workforce that gives southern Vermont a competitive edge. BDCC pursues data driven strategies based on hiring demand and industry trends, but building solutions is about building partnerships. We work within the region’s schools, alongside workforce development partners, and with employers and businesses every day.
BDCC provides job training, career coaching, and education to empower today’s working Vermonters and prepare tomorrow’s workforce through the programs listed below.
Explore a range of empowering programs, including WORC training classes for youth, adults, and New Americans (such as healthcare-focused training), VEP clinics, the Engen Learning Lab, and upcoming digital literacy workshops.
Located in a vibrant space on Flat Street in downtown Brattleboro, BDCC’s Workforce Center of Excellence provides a welcoming environment for building brighter futures through innovative programming and opportunities.
The Pipelines & Pathways Project prepares Vermont students for high-wage, high-growth careers by connecting them with local employment opportunities.
BDCC welcomes people to the region through initiatives that engage individuals moving to Vermont, or recently arrived; fostering young professionals and emerging leaders; and welcoming new Americans and the workforce of tomorrow.
THINKVERMONT GROW
A partnership with Vermont Tourism to welcome newcomers (and returners) choosing Vermont.
SOUTHERN VERMONT YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (SoVTYPs)
Blends recreation, professional development, networking, and community engagement to connect and nurture young people, and deepen community ties.
VERMONG EMPLOYMENT PATHFINDER (VEP)
An AI powered tool that helps Vermonter’s develop skills and build career pathways.
THE SOUTHERN VERMONT WORKING COMMUNITIES CHALLENGE
Develops networks and systems to support immigration. BDCC has been collaboration backbone, and lead on employment, education and entrepreneurship pathways to support new Americans.
WELCOMING WORKPLACES
BDCC’s “Welcoming Communities” initiative is aimed at helping employers attract, retain and support BIPOC Vermonters as well as new Americans. With support from the Vermont Community Foundation, BDCC is offering no cost trainings to help your workplace become more welcoming.
WELCOMING COMMUNITIES
Includes various initiatives like Think Vermont GROW, SoVTYPs & Refugee employment to help you find and attract talent.
EMPLOYER TRAININGS
We provide training programs to adapt to an evolving workforce and become an employer of choice. Through recruitment assistance, employment support, and access to upskilling initiatives, we help you attract and retain talent.
THINK VERMONT GROW
Through this program, BDCC offers one-on-one support, events, and resources to help newcomers relocate and thrive in Vermont.
SOUTHERN VERMONT YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (SoVTYPs)
Blends socializing, recreation, professional development, networking, and community engagement to connect Windham County residents aged 22-45 and deepen their ties to the community.
REFUGEE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Providing tailored employment services to help refugees build meaningful careers and achieve economic independence in Southern Vermont.
VERMONT TRAINING PROGRAM
A state program for which we are the regional partner, provides state funding to employers for ed/training delivered on the job.
WORKFORCE OPPORTUNITY FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES (WORC)
Explore a range of empowering programs, including WORC training classes for youth, adults, and New Americans (such as healthcare-focused training), VEP clinics, the Engen Learning Lab, and upcoming digital literacy workshops.
How do we cultivate the workforce of tomorrow plus great career opportunities Vermonters need to thrive here? Collaboration! The Windham Workforce Network is about building partnerships to build the skilled workforce that powers a thriving regional economy.
COMING SOON
BDCC invests in the drivers of the regional economy so that people, businesses, and communities in Southern Vermont can thrive.
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