The MHA convened more than 90 individuals on Oct. 16 for a Healthcare Careers Conversation event. Human resources professionals, clinical leaders, education and workforce partners gathered to explore ideas for growing the healthcare pipeline.
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the healthcare workforce, the event featured presentations from the Michigan Health Council, which shared key research findings, and the Michigan Department of Education – Office of Career and Technical Education, which provided a deep dive into the Michigan Career Development Model and offered insights on helping students maximize financial aid opportunities.
Michigan employers are also reminded that applications are open for the Going PRO Talent Fund, a state grant program that helps businesses train and upskill current or new employees. The first application window opened Oct. 14 and closes at 5 p.m. ET on Thursday, Oct. 30.
The MHA thanks event sponsors Clasp and Skilltrade for their generous support of this event.
To learn more about Clasp, MHA members are encouraged to register for the webinar How Leading Health Systems Are Rebuilding Talent Pipelines — and Keeping Them Full Through Early Student Loan Support scheduled from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Nov. 18. This webinar will explore:
- How recent student loan policy changes may impact students and schools and what health systems can do now to get ahead.
- Actionable strategies for implementing education-to-career pathways and alternative incentives that drive attraction and retention.
- Case studies on how leading systems are securing top talent through long-term investment, reducing turnover and lowering reliance on contract labor.
Members with questions may contact Erica Leyko at the MHA.