To create our Workforce Development Program, B1C followed a multi-step process.

• We conducted in-depth research to identify sectors with high growth potential where there were shortages or high turnover of workers.
• We gauged supply and demand for workers in the local market.
• We evaluated the needs of local businesses, and workers’ needs and wants.

As a result, our program is specifically tailored to the immigrant community and the greater Stamford community. We want our students to get trained and get hired!

Based on our research, we created a Skills Development Program (SDP) that provides three tracks of industry specific, certificate-based training in:

• Culinary and Catering,
• Healthcare Skills, and
• Construction + Landscaping (C+L)

The program uses education, training and support to improve immigrants’ economic well-being while strengthening our local community.

In addition to the above three tracks of industry specifics, the Workforce Development Program offers immigrants a wide array of other courses and services to continue improving their skills and knowledge.

Additionally, we have expanded our IT and technology course offerings to meet the evolving needs of the community, recognizing that technology is not only foundational to many of today’s in-demand careers, but is also increasingly woven into our everyday lives.