Interplay Learning, the leader in immersive career development solutions for the skilled trades, has partnered with Graduation Alliance, a national leader in workforce education, to deliver career-focused virtual training to youth and adult learners. This collaboration aims to provide students across the United States with a clear pathway to careers in essential fields, equipping them with valuable skills to enhance their employability and earning potential.
This new partnership with Interplay Learning represents a strategic expansion of Graduation Alliance's mission to address economic inequities. Students will gain virtual access to training in seven high-demand skilled trades, such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and facilities maintenance, preparing them for stable, well-paying jobs in growing industries.
"Our mission at Graduation Alliance is to help individuals complete their education and secure meaningful, stable employment," said Ron Klausner, CEO of Graduation Alliance. "Our partnership with Interplay strengthens our efforts to break cycles of poverty and create pathways to economic empowerment by connecting students to in-demand jobs across the country. This collaboration provides stability, choice, and autonomy for learners as they build their careers."
The program will initially serve students enrolled in Graduation Alliance's Dropout Recovery and Adult Workforce Diploma programs, which are designed for individuals who have faced challenges with traditional schooling. By leveraging interactive, simulation-based training, students can access career development resources anytime and anywhere with an internet connection, making it easier to balance learning with other life responsibilities.
Interplay Learning's flexible online platform is tailored to diverse learners, offering scaffolded pathways that build skills progressively and allow students to earn industry-recognized certifications within eight to 16 weeks. Credentials such as EPA 608 and OSHA 10 further enhance learners' competitiveness in the workforce. "At Interplay Learning, we're committed to making career advancement accessible to everyone, regardless of location or background," said Doug Donovan, co-founder and CEO of Interplay Learning. "This partnership enables us to equip more learners with the skills they need for sustainable, high-demand careers."
Together, Graduation Alliance and Interplay Learning are empowering individuals with high-quality training and holistic career-readiness support, delivered in a flexible and accessible format. This partnership marks a significant step in workforce development, offering new opportunities to nontraditional and at-risk learners. By addressing the needs of those who may not thrive in traditional education settings, the initiative paves the way for rewarding careers and long-term financial stability.
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