National Career Readiness Certificate

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is a portable, evidence-based credential that measures essential workplace skills and is a reliable predictor of workplace success.  More info: Employer   Employee

Cental Minnesota Fastest Growing Region in the State

Cameron Macht, Regional Analyst from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) reported current demographic and economic data for central Minnesota at Stearns-Benton Employment and Training Councils Annual Meeting on January 12. Full Report:  Slide Presentation:

Quarterly Business Report: Local Expansion Remains Strong 

Overall economic performance remains strong in Central Minnesota.  While annual data revisions suggest more limited employment gains than were previously reported, favorable survey responses and other indicators of local economic acitivity point to a favorable economic outlook.  More Info.

SBETC Wins Award

Stearns-Benton Employment & Training Council recently won the Foundation Award for Outstanding Non-profit.   More info.