North Dakota’s Global Talent Office Launches Statewide Effort to Connect Workers with Career-Aligned English Skills via EnGen
13 Aug 2025
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The North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Global Talent Office (GTO) today announced the launch of a new statewide initiative to support English language learners through a strategic partnership with EnGen, a virtual, career-aligned English upskilling solution. This initiative provides no-cost access to English instruction for local employers and community organizations across North Dakota, helping to connect both incumbent workers and job seekers with in-demand career skills, including English skills.
The program offers:
- Free access to EnGen’s on-demand, virtual English instruction.
- Over 170 career-aligned English courses tailored to in-demand roles like CNA, CDL, early childhood education, and more.
- Live online workshops, multilingual coaching, and digital literacy support.
- Seamless enrollment for both employers and job seekers.
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