Workforce

Changing immigration policies could have unexpected economic impacts.

Plymouth State University is on track to be one of just two New England universities to offer a three-year bachelor degree for some programs next fall. Even nationwide, that faster and less expensive option is uncommon.

New Hampshire Needs Caregivers offered financial aid and technical help for people interested in becoming LNAs. It’s now on hold as it seeks more funding from the state.

New Hampshire needs more mental health professionals overall. But providers say the need is especially acute for children and youth.

Hospitals and nursing homes are struggling with a shortage of licensed nursing assistants. A new law aims to make it easier for New Americans to join that workforce.

A federal grant aims to train students for jobs in the aviation industry, which is facing major workforce shortages.

The cuts come as the Manchester hospital is in negotiations to become part of Tennessee-based health care giant HCA.

State-run health care facilities are still struggling to fill vacancies for nurses and mental health workers.

Despite work experience from their previous country, here in New Hampshire, work opportunities for immigrants can be reduced to unfamiliar industries.

Providers say a worker shortage, exacerbated by the pandemic, means some people aren’t getting the care they need.