Employers, Look For The Florida Ready to Work Credential Program Card

Businesses make a critical choice when they hire a new employee. The obvious and hidden costs to train a new worker can’t be overlooked, and the lower the turnover rate, the better for everyone. So it makes sense to find new ways to find qualified employees.

The Florida Ready to Work Credential Program addresses the workforce needs of businesses. The program’s goal is to develop a stronger workforce, and in doing so, provide a way for employers to identify qualified applicants. The program is in the early stages of implementation, but watch for it! Watch for information in the mail and for applicants carrying the FRTW Credential card. That card means you have an applicant who can read for information, handle applied mathematics, and locate information. In other words, he or she is ready to work.

How can I partner with The Florida Ready to Work Credential Program? What can I do?

As individuals achieve the FRTW Credential, be prepared to recognize, recruit, and hire credentialed employees. Applicants carrying the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Credential are better prepared to start work with the skills you need. Expect higher skills and higher standards from job seekers carrying the FRTW career readiness cards. By participating in this program, you’ll not only gain skilled workers; you’ll help build a community bridge between business and education.