Source: The Ohio Department of Development

Ohio’s employers need to remain globally competitive. In order to do so, they need a skilled talent pool to perform the work that will keep our communities strong well into the future.

The Ohio Skills Bank is designed to make sure the men and women that live and work in West Central Ohio have the education and skills they need to obtain higher wage jobs they enjoy and retain. It’s going to take all of us working together with schools and industry to grow Ohio’s economy.

It all starts right here, with you. If you’ve been dislocated from your job or you’re looking for a more meaningful career, the Ohio Skills Bank website was created to steer you down the most appropriate career track. A committee of area businesses, educators, service agencies and development officials identified four career paths that offer promising job growth and good wages in our region. They are: Healthcare, Manufacturing/Engineering, Business Services and Distribution/Logistics. This website is designed to inform you of the training required in each of these industries - from basic to advanced - and where you can pursue an education that's a good fit for you.

The graphs located on the right hand side of the page illustrate employment trends in our region.

You’ve made the decision to go back to school. Congratulations! Whether the path you take is a direct or indirect one, you’re on an exciting journey to a new career.

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