In this episode of Workforce on the Mic, presented by The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP), DWD CEO Barb Clapp speaks with host Alexis Franks about addressing the healthcare staffing shortage by creating accessible, debt-free pathways into healthcare careers. Barb shares how Dwyer combines training with whole-person case management, transportation assistance, wraparound services, and ongoing encouragement to help participants overcome barriers, succeed in the workplace, and advance toward higher-paying careers. The conversation highlights why training alone is not enough—and how providing opportunity and someone who believes in each participant can transform lives while strengthening the healthcare workforce.
