With worker shortage looming, NC pins hopes on community college initiatives

North Carolina is utilizing community college initiatives to address a projected worker shortage. The state aims to have 2 million young residents degreed or certified by 2030.
Goal of 2 million degreed or certified NC young people by 2030 banks on innovative community college programs including at many rural schools. With worker shortage looming, NC pins hopes on community college initiatives is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support…
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