The Ascent to 55% initiative provides Mississippians with resources to get jobs easier and to prepare themselves for better jobs. We promote higher wages and a better economy. With the right credential or degree you can get a good job and then move up faster – and you’ll earn a bigger paycheck for a lifetime.
Our goal is simple: to help Mississippi workers get the training and education needed to earn an industry-recognized credential or college degree from a community college or university.
Individuals
If you are interested in training to help meet your goals, we can help. Perhaps you need a grant to finish a two-year or four-year college degree. Or maybe you have interest in on-the-job training or just want to explore options for a more valuable credential. Learn about the free and low-cost resources available today.
Employers
Explore some of the many opportunities to help you develop a stronger workforce for your company. These programs include: how to be reimbursed for on-the-job training or developing a training program, how to develop an approved apprenticeship, how to gain tax credits for hiring from specific segments of the workforce, and more.
