Talent Development

The Appalachian Prosperity Project is a collaborative partnership among the University of Virginia, UVA’s College at Wise, the Coalfield region, the private sector, and the state to advance education, health, and economic prosperity in Southwest Vi

Industry clusters are groups of firms that gain a competitive advantage by co-locating in a geographic region and sharing assets, networks, knowledge, workforce training, etc. The Office of Economic Development partners with allies to help support…

Industry clusters are groups of firms that gain a competitive advantage by co-locating in a geographic region and sharing assets, networks, knowledge, workforce training, etc. The Office of Economic Development partners with allies to help support…

The University is invested in workforce development for the advanced manufacturing industry, addressing a nationwide gap for these professionals.

A new clinic at UVA-Wise, overseen by a UVA healthcare provider, endeavors to address the region's shortage of providers and provide onsite learning opportunities for Wise nursing students.

UVA's accessible apprenticeship program provides valuable skill development that leads to career-ladder jobs for high-demand trades.

Throughout Virginia, UVA supports career development and guidance for traditionally under-represented high school students, guiding them to consider their vocations and higher education.

UVA works with PVCC and local Charlottesville/Albemarle schools to establish the first U.S. Laboratory School for Advanced Manufacturing Technologies.