Individuals seeking a meaningful career in healthcare will have an opportunity to meet directly with an employer committed to compassionate, high-quality care. Gentle Hands United will host an in-person Hiring Event on Wednesday, November 19, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM...
Career Consultants Brandi Chick and Amy Messner from the Columbia Job Center recently attended the Douglass High School Career Fair, representing the Central Workforce Development Region. The event brought together students, employers, and community partners to...
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) celebrated eight Extended Hair Academy students for earning a professional certification during a graduation ceremony Friday afternoon in Columbia. The students completed this course as...
Missouri has launched a new initiative designed to recognize and support the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe. The Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Act Scholarship provides educational funding for eligible public...
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) proudly joins state and national agencies and organizations in recognizing the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual recognition of the positive...
The Central Workforce Development Board (CWDB) held its annual in-person meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Old Kinderhook Resort in Camdenton, bringing together workforce leaders, partners, and community stakeholders from across the region. The meeting served...
