The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), in partnership with Nevadaworks, is funding the Expanding Clean Energy Career Opportunities Program to strengthen the workforce behind Northern Nevada’s rapidly growing clean energy sector.

This initiative plays a key role in advancing the lithium battery and electric vehicle materials loop value chain, one of the state’s most important emerging industries.  It is also closely aligned with recent U.S. Economic Development Administration grant awards secured by the University of Nevada, Reno—ensuring statewide efforts move in the same direction.

A major component of the program is the creation and support of an Industry Sector Partnership dedicated to clean energy.  This partnership will guide workforce strategies, build stronger connections between employers and training providers, and ensure that education and training programs stay aligned with the evolving needs of the sector.

Through this collaborative approach, Nevada is investing in local talent and building the skilled workforce needed to power the clean energy economy.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is funding a statewide initiative to expand access to high-quality online learning through a partnership with Coursera.

As part of the program, Coursera will provide:

• 15,000 standard paid licenses for DETR clients
• 15,000 government scholarship match licenses
• 250 scholarship licenses for DETR employees

Each license is valid for 12 months, can be transferred between learners, and includes access to Coursera’s full catalog of content.  Coursera partners with more than 275 leading universities and companies to offer a wide range of learning opportunities, including individual courses, job-ready certificates and degree programs.

Coursera operates as a subscription-based software-as-a-service platform and is accessible through any web browser.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), in partnership with Workforce Connections, is working to support the many young adults in Southern Nevada—ages 16 to 24—who are not currently employed or participating in skill-building programs.

This effort is designed to help young people reconnect with education, gain meaningful work experience, and build the foundation for lasting careers.

To make that possible, the initiative offers a range of services tailored to meet young adults where they are:

• Prevocational Services – Guidance and training to prepare for the workplace.
• Vocational Training – Hands-on skill development in high-demand fields.
• Work Experience – Real-world exposure through paid and unpaid opportunities.
• On-the-Job Training – Learn while working directly with employers.
• Supportive Services – Assistance that helps remove barriers to success.

Together, DETR and Workforce Connections are opening pathways to employment, stability, and brighter futures for Nevada’s young adults.

To help address the childcare workforce shortage in Northern Nevada, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), in partnership with Western Nevada College and early childhood education organizations, has launched an accelerated early childhood education program.

This initiative is designed to upskill current workers, attract new talent, and support students by covering tuition and training costs, making career advancement more accessible than ever.  By aligning coursework with real industry needs, the program ensures graduates are prepared to step directly into high-quality childcare roles.

Program goals include:

• Expanding the pipeline of skilled childcare providers
• Increasing access to affordable, quality childcare for Nevada families
• Providing financial assistance for training and certification

With this effort, Nevada is helping build a stronger early childhood workforce – and a stronger foundation for children and families across the region.

To meet Nevada’s growing need for skilled emergency management professionals, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is funding a new initiative at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC).  This program introduces students who are pursuing entry-level public safety and healthcare certifications to the wide range of career pathways available in emergency management.

Through a dedicated workshop, students gain insight into the field while also receiving individualized career counseling and scholarship support.  The initiative is structured to serve 108 students, helping them build a strong foundation for long-term success.

Careers in emergency management typically require a bachelor’s degree and span a variety of sectors, including:

• State and local government
• Fire protection
• Law enforcement
• Healthcare
• Technology
• Homeland Security

These workshops help students understand how their entry-level training in public safety or healthcare can open the door to meaningful, high-impact careers in emergency management—laying the groundwork for professional growth and advancement across many industries.

To help address workforce shortages and support Nevada’s regional economy, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Nevadaworks, is funding the Future Wanted Career Launch Program – an initiative focused on serving disconnected youth ages 16 to 24 who are not meaningfully employed.

In collaboration with the Reno Bike Project, the program takes a holistic approach to workforce development by combining hands-on technical training, mentorship and supportive services tailored to the needs of at-risk youth.

The 17-week program includes:

• 10 weeks of bike mechanic training, job readiness instruction, customer service practice and certification at Reno Bike Project
• 5 weeks of internship placement at a partnering bike shop in Reno
• 2 additional weeks of customized training based on each participant’s interests and goals

Participants receive paid, hands-on training, reliable transportation in the form of a bicycle earned through the program, and access to a supportive learning environment.  The program also connects youth to career readiness workshops, job placement assistance and industry networks through Nevadaworks.

The initiative aims to remove barriers to employment and prepare young people for long-term success in the workforce.

To help address critical healthcare workforce shortages in northern Nevada and rural communities, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is partnering with Nevadaworks and High Sierra AHEC to expand access to healthcare careers—especially for underserved populations.

The initiative provides both financial support and expanded career pathways for future healthcare professionals.

Key components include:

Tuition support

• $2,500 scholarships for 25 undergraduate AHEC Ambassadors and Aspire students
• $5,000 scholarships for 15 graduate-level AHEC Scholars

Expanding rural outreach

• Hiring a new community health advocate to strengthen rural programs
• Growing high-impact initiatives such as Project Prevent, Project ROARR, and Level Up (a community health worker training program)

Together, these efforts aim to build a stronger, more accessible healthcare workforce across Nevada—one that prioritizes equity, supports rural communities, and creates long-term sustainability for the state’s healthcare system.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Nevadaworks, is providing funding to support training for high-demand occupations in northern Nevada.

The initiative includes three key strategies:  incumbent worker training, classroom training and on-the-job training.

Incumbent worker training supports individuals who are currently employed and would benefit from upgrading their skills to advance within their organization.  Classroom training will focus on in-demand occupations, helping to build a pipeline of skilled workers for employers struggling to fill critical roles.  On-the-job training will be offered to individuals who need additional support to gain the skills required for employment.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is teaming up with Great Basin College (GBC) to bring two powerful new programs to GBC’s Winnemucca campus:  Diesel Technology and Industrial Maintenance Technology.

These programs aren’t starting from scratch--they’re building on the proven curriculum and expertise already established at GBC’s Elko campus.  The goal is simple and strategic: prepare students for high-demand, high-skill, and high-wage careers in Humboldt County.

As Nevada accelerates its Lithium Loop initiative, employers need a trained workforce ready to support advanced industrial operations, mining, processing, and technology-driven manufacturing.  These new programs are designed to meet that need head-on.

DETR’s investment will fund the hands-on essentials: industry-grade equipment, classroom setups, and instructional technology, ensuring students train in environments that mirror real-world workplaces.

Together, DETR and GBC are opening doors to career opportunities that fuel both individual success and Nevada’s growing industrial economy.

Employers across Southern Nevada’s Industry Sector Partnerships continue to report talent shortages that make it difficult to meet industry demand.  To help address this challenge, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is providing funding to Workforce Connections as part of its mission to strengthen the regional economy and better connect employers with a skilled, ready workforce.

Workforce Connections’ Meeting the Talent Needs of Employers initiative supports career pathways and skill-building opportunities tailored to Southern Nevada’s priority industries.  Unlike Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I programs, this initiative is open to a wider range of participants, giving more residents access to training and career advancement.

Working closely with employers involved in Industry Sector Partnerships, the initiative strategically invests in resources that align the region’s talent development pipeline with current and emerging workforce needs.

Targeted sectors include:

• Healthcare services
• General and advanced manufacturing
• Information and communication technology
• Transportation and logistics technology
• Clean technologies
• Business and financial services
• Creative industries

Through this collaborative effort, DETR and Workforce Connections are helping create a stronger, more resilient workforce and a more competitive Southern Nevada.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is providing funding to the Department of Indigent Defense Services for the LASSO Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening public defense in underserved and rural areas of the state.

The program coordinates with one or more law schools to place first- and second-year law students in summer training programs with experienced public defenders.  The goal is to provide hands-on legal experience and mentorship in real-world settings, including opportunities for active representation and litigation.

LASSO also encourages recent law school graduates to pursue employment in rural public defender offices, allowing them to begin practicing indigent defense law immediately upon graduation.  In addition, the program offers stipends for training materials to individuals who accept employment at qualifying offices and plan to take the Nevada Bar Exam, supporting their continued service in indigent defense.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is providing funding to the Latin Chamber of Commerce to support the LEADers Program, which promotes leadership and business growth through two bilingual training tracks offered in English and Spanish.

The program includes:

• Executive Business Accelerator – Designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs to strengthen business operations and team leadership skills.
• Personal Leadership Development – Tailored for adults seeking to enhance leadership abilities and advance in their current or future careers.

Program goals include:

• Equipping participants with leadership and business development skills
• Supporting career advancement and entrepreneurial success
• Improving workforce productivity, retention and job satisfaction

Funded by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) and delivered by UNLV, the Leaderverse program is designed to elevate entry-level and underrepresented talent across Nevada. This flexible, self-paced online platform features three dynamic learning tracks:

• Success@Work
• WomenUp
• Dream Academy

Leaderverse is built to meet people where they are, and help them reach where they want to go.

Funded by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), the ROADS Partnership is a workforce training initiative led by Western Nevada College (WNC) that brings together a powerful network of regional partners, including social services agencies, workforce and economic development organizations, and private industry.

The mission of ROADS is straightforward and impactful: to help unemployed and underemployed Nevadans gain the skills they need to compete for in-demand, high-quality jobs.  By aligning training opportunities with industry needs, the program ensures participants are prepared for the careers driving Nevada’s economy forward.

ROADS focuses on developing life skills, soft skills, and technical competencies, leading to nationally recognized certifications and setting participants on a path to long-term career growth and stability.

The Teacher Pipeline Program supports Southern Nevada in addressing its educator shortage by recruiting diverse aspiring teachers, reducing financial barriers through tuition and fee assistance, and partnering with colleges, universities, and community organizations.  The program guides candidates from outreach through certification, monitors academic progress, and connects participants to additional services as needed, with the goal of increasing the number of well-prepared teachers entering Nevada school districts.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is providing funding to Truckee Meadows Community College to help address critical workforce gaps in Northern Nevada’s Lithium Loop industries.  The initiative follows a three-pronged strategy:  scaling training capacity, improving training quality and supporting housing development.

Programs include Advanced Manufacturing, Construction Management, and Architecture programs.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), in partnership with Workforce Connections, is investing in Tech Impact, a program designed to support individuals who face significant barriers to affordable education and meaningful employment.

Tech Impact focuses on preparing disconnected young adults for success in today’s technology-driven economy. Through a combination of technical training and real-world experience, participants build practical skills in:

• PC configuration
• Networking
• Troubleshooting
• Customer service
• Communication

The program blends classroom learning with hands-on application. Participants attend instructor-led courses Monday through Thursday for 11 weeks, followed by a paid 5-week internship that puts their new skills into practice.

In addition, corporate partner volunteers lead Friday professional development sessions—helping participants understand what it takes to succeed in real workplace settings and preparing them for long-term career growth.

Tech Impact gives young adults the tools, support, and experience they need to step confidently into Nevada’s technology workforce.

The Up Next Nevada Workforce Initiative is a collaborative effort between Nevadaworks, the Nevada Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.  The initiative aims to strengthen Nevada’s youth development workforce by supporting early learning childcare centers and school-age clubhouses across the state.

The initiative addresses challenges in attracting and retaining employees in childcare and afterschool programs.  It also seeks to provide a professional pathway in the fields of education, energy and healthcare for teens and young adults.

Through 2025-2026, Up Next Nevada will offer professional mentorship, youth development career pathway coaching, and competitive wages to 210 young workers, ages 15 to 24.  In addition, Boys & Girls Clubs licensed childcare centers and school-age after-school programs will be more consistently staffed with highly trained and well-compensated workers, ensuring club capacity is available to support Nevada's working parents.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation is providing funding to Rotary District 5190 of Sparks to support vocational and leadership training programs for youth in Northern Nevada.

Funding is allocated on a dollar-for-dollar basis and is limited to two primary project categories:

1. Vocational Education
   Supports the purchase of new or additional equipment to enhance classroom instruction in high schools and community colleges.

   Focus areas include:

   • Trades and construction
   • Culinary and service industries

2. Leadership Training and Development
   Covers scholarships and program costs for youth leadership initiatives. Rotary provides upfront funding and seeks reimbursement.

   Programs include:

   • Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
   • Rotary Eighth Grade Leadership (REGL)
   • Other youth-focused leadership programs

The initiative aims to strengthen career readiness and leadership skills among young people across the region.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is investing in Hope for Prisoners to help expand its proven pre- and post-release reentry model.  In partnership with the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC), the organization launched Vocational Village an immersive training center built to prepare returning citizens for real careers before they return home.

Located at the Southern Desert Correctional Center and Three Lakes Valley Conservation Camp, Vocational Village provides hands-on, industry-aligned training in fields where employers are actively hiring.  Participants can earn valuable skills in high-demand trades, including:

• Welding
• HVAC
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Masonry
• Warehouse Logistics

But Vocational Village offers far more than technical training.  The program takes a whole-person approach to reentry success with support that builds confidence, stability, and long-term employability.  Participants also receive:

• One-on-one consulting
• ACT testing
• OSHA 10 certification
• Assessments
• Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
• Trauma-informed therapy
• Support services
• Workforce readiness preparation
• Leadership development

By combining practical skills with personal and professional support, Vocational Village helps returning citizens build a strong foundation for employment—and for a successful new beginning in Nevada’s workforce.