As a workforce partner, you’re all about guiding people toward their next big career move. And as your partner, Normandale is here to give you the tools and resources to make that happen. That’s why we’ve compiled important information for career counselors, community-based career navigators, and other professionals who support Minnesota’s workforce.
With our hub for all things workforce development—plus the peace of mind in knowing that we’ve got your back—you’ll be empowered to provide job seekers with the support and confidence they need to find their path.
At Normandale, we offer professional development designed to help you support people through their career transitions. Whether it’s a big event like a career conference, a series like Transformative Tuesdays, or shorter training sessions, we offer plenty of opportunities to help you stay on top of your game.
Normandale offers two credentials in facilitating career development. These certificate programs provide the required training for national credentialing as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) or a Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP). Professionals with these credentials work in education, workforce development, non-profit, government and community agencies, as well as in consulting and private practice.
Our strong industry partnerships help workforce counselors stay in the know about job market trends and employer expectations.
Organizations of all sizes trust Normandale to enhance their teams’ skills and knowledge with tailored learning solutions that advance both individual and business goals. By collaborating with companies and workforce counselors, we can help develop meaningful opportunities like apprenticeships that connect organizations with talented, career-motivated individuals. We also offer innovative pathway programs and professional skills development courses !
We also know that our community is stronger together, which is why we rely on the expertise of community-based organizations to develop programs that meet the needs of adults who are balancing life and learning. Together, we support individuals with services that are unique to each person—helping them find confidence in their education and employment.
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Want to become a community partner? Interested in learning how our community partnerships can help you? Reach out today!
Normandale partners with employers of all sizes to offer apprenticeships, career pathways, and grant programs. Learn how your clients can take advantage of these incredible educational opportunities.
At Normandale, we see the hard work you put into supporting your clients—and we’re here to make your job a bit easier. Whether you need an educational partner for a major project or just some guidance navigating our programs, we’ll provide you with insights and information to help you do your very best work.
Learning spaces, collaboration spaces, subject matter experts, and more: We’re proud to share our resources to support the work you do to help your clients realize their career goals.
Your success enables others to succeed, which is why we’re also intentional about designing and offering programs that meet Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) standards.
WIOA helps government, nonprofit, education, and industry partners team up more effectively. This collaboration leads to career training programs that equip workers with the skills for well-paying jobs and provide employers with the talented staff they need to stay competitive in our evolving business landscape. Learn more about WIOA on the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development website.
Our team is ready to provide unmatched support, key resources, and innovative solutions that help you make a real impact for Minnesota’s workforce. Let’s partner and drive success together!
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