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Recent news from the office of Governor Edward G. Rendell
Pennsylvania receives $6 Million to Help Energy Sector Identify, Prepare Workers for Green Careers

  • Essential Contributor to Continued Economic Recovery
  • Create New Training Programs
  • Connect the Workforce with Green Industry Employers
Pennsylvania defines Green Jobs as:
Jobs that employ workers in producing or offering products or services that:

  • promote energy efficiency
  • contribute to the sustainable use of resources
  • prevent pollution
  • clean up the environment
  • promote the reduction of harmful emissions
Source: Pa Department of Labor of Industry www.dli.state.pa.us
High Priority Occupations
55% of job growth through the year 2016 will be in high priority occupations that require postsecondary vocational training or higher.

  • Licensed Practical Nurse $39,490
  • Computer Support Specialists $41,210
  • Elementary & Secondary School Teachers $50,410 - $51,840
  • Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers $34,290
  • Dental Hygienists $55,180
  • Diesel Engine Mechanics $37,510
Department of Labor and industry www.dli.state.pa.us
Workforce Information & Analysis www.paworkstats.state.pa.us