Trump shifts student job programs to labour department: Could this change what students learn at schools?

Career and technical education programs, previously under the U.S. Education Department, have been moved to the Labor Department. This shift, involving over $1 billion in funding, aims to better link students with jobs. Critics, however, express concerns about reduced oversight and potential limitations on long-term career pathways, fearing a focus on short-term employment over comprehensive skill development.

Oct 8, 2025 - 05:30
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Trump shifts student job programs to labour department: Could this change what students learn at schools?
Career and technical education programs, previously under the U.S. Education Department, have been moved to the Labor Department. This shift, involving over $1 billion in funding, aims to better link students with jobs. Critics, however, express concerns about reduced oversight and potential limitations on long-term career pathways, fearing a focus on short-term employment over comprehensive skill development.

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