Skilled trades push grows in Pennsylvania workforce

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SACA recently opened a second Tec Centro location on High Street in Lancaster.

aired; May 6, 2026

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As Skilled Trades Day approaches, there’s a renewed focus on expanding workforce opportunities across Pennsylvania.

Carlos Graupera of Tec Centro Workforce Network and Pennsylvania Secretary Akbar Hossain bring both local and statewide perspectives to the conversation. From hands-on training programs to broader policy efforts, the goal is to connect more people with careers in high-demand fields.

Programs like Tec Centro are helping to open doors through bilingual education, job training, and career pathways—while also highlighting ongoing gaps and growing demand for skilled workers across the state.

On The Spark, the discussion looks at how access to the trades is evolving, why it matters for Pennsylvania’s economy, and what’s next for workforce development.