About Colorado: Pikes Peak Region
The name was given to the gold mining region during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush of 1858-1861. Pikes Peak, also known as "America's Mountain," remains one of the most popular attractions in the region, as the most-visited mountain in North America and second-most-visited in the world. In addition to the U.S. Olympic Committee and Training Center, the community hosts many sports-related national governing bodies, including the U.S. Tennis Association, U.S. Figure Skating and 25 other organizations. Colorado Springs also has a long, proud military tradition - the U.S. Air Force Academy, Peterson Air Force Base, Schriever Air Force Base, and Fort Carson all are located nearby. With our military members, our athletes and our community, Colorado Springs ranks as one of the "Fittest Cities" in the nation.
Workforce Training and Educational Resources
The organizations and resources listed below could help you return to the job market or gain new skills to make you more qualified for jobs in the 21st century economy.
Newly Unemployed
Register with the Colorado Workforce Center closest to you. Here are the Workforce Centers along the Pikes Peak region:
- Colorado Springs
- Fountain
- Cripple Creek
- Divide: 1115 US Highway 24, 719-686-0705
- Monument
- Woodland Park
Workforce Centers can direct you to employment and job training opportunities in the area.
Job Training
If you need any additional job training or if you are a veteran, Workforce Center staff will connect you with Rocky Mountain Service, Employment, & Redevelopment, or RMSER. RMSER staff will work with you to develop job training tailored to your unique skills and previous work experience. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment also offers a broad array of services and resources for job seekers.
Education
For opportunities to improve your education, the Pikes Peak region hosts several well-established institutions. University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak Community College, Colorado Technical University, among others, offer two- and four-year degree programs in technical and academic fields that can make you more competitive in today's economy. Each of these campuses offers night classes and flexible schedules, as well staff to help determine whether you are eligible for financial aid.
Still need help? Feel free to contact my Pikes Peak region staff: 719-471-3993
Regional News
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Colorado Congressional Delegation Welcomes Start of U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree's Tour to Washington, D.C.
Friday, October 12, 2012Tree's Journey Starts Nov. 6 in Meeker, Colo.; Funds Raised During Tour to go to Restoration Efforts for High Park & Waldo Canyon Fires -
Udall, Bennet Ask U.S. Forest Service to Study High Park, Waldo Canyon Fires
Thursday, October 11, 2012The Federal Agency Study Will Look at Effect of Beetle Kill on Fires -
Udall: Latest Layoffs Show the Cost of Congressional Inaction on Wind Tax Credit
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Udall: Latest Vestas Layoffs A ‘Disconcerting’ Effect of Congress Not Quickly Extending the Wind PTC
Tuesday, October 9, 2012Vestas's Latest Layoffs Expected to Affect Its Brighton Blades Facility
Regional Blog
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Twitter Town Hall: Renewable Energy
Tuesday, October 9, 2012I'm hosting a Twitter Town Hall to talk about renewable energy with my constituents on Oct. 16, 2012, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. MT. Join the conversation by tweeting me your questions using the hashtag #AskUdall and you also can view the discussion on my website.
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Information for veterans regarding stop-loss payment
Thursday, October 4, 2012Congress authorized special compensation for service members whose tours of duty were involuntarily extended under stop-loss between Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009. I proudly supported this bipartisan provision.
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National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wednesday, October 3, 2012October marks the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which provides us with the opportunity to increase awareness, share stories and help educate others about breast cancer. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that over 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year alone. That means one in eight women in your life - a family member, neighbor or co-worker - has been or will be diagnosed.
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National Public Lands Day
Thursday, September 27, 2012Our state is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. As a native Westerner, I’ve always been passionate about preserving our natural environment and our way of life. We as Coloradans take great pride in our wilderness, but we also must remember to take care of it. That is why this Saturday, I invite you to partake in the National Public Lands Day volunteer effort. Saturday, September 29th marks the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands in America.
