Entrepreneurial Training Programs Now Available Through the Public Workforce System.

ASTD Staff

As many of you already know, the public workforce system (run by local and state workforce boards) currently spends billions annually on a variety of skill training programs. Most of these programs are designed to train or retrain workers in skills needed by local emplo... More »

Study: $126 Billion Spent on Employee Learning and Development in 2009

ASTD Staff

Business leaders dedicated substantial resources to employee learning in 2009$125.88 billiondespite uncertain economic conditions, according to the newly released 2010 State of the Industry Report from the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD). ... More »

ASTD Offers New Training Resources for Public Sector Professionals

ASTD Staff

Government agencies, like private sector organizations, continually look for ways to increase efficiencies and improve agency performance. Having a knowledgeable, skilled workforce is a critical step in meeting those goals. To help managers and learning professional... More »

2010 Mid-Term Election Results: What Does it Mean for the Training and Development Agenda?

ASTD Staff

The midterm elections in 2011 were historic is some ways. Republicans did take over the House and the Democrats still control the Senate. Though jobs and the economy are still high on everyone's agenda, Congress needs to make some decisions soon on the budget and other ... More »