Industry, care and service
Haywood County
Health care, retail, manufacturing, tourism and construction all contribute to the local economy.
County employer and industry profile ↗Jobs & economy
Business · WNC Life
Local employers, practical training and career pathways across Western North Carolina.
Training for a changing region
Buncombe County
Workforce development and customized training connect employers with people ready to build new skills.
Buncombe County resources ↗Community college pathways
Schools & Jobs
Haywood Community College and A-B Tech are workforce and training resources.
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Good Jobs WNC grants support trade training at two community colleges
Business · Regional
The Belk Endowment awarded $290,000 to A-B Tech for HVAC, plumbing and electrical training, and $287,000 to Haywood Community College to expand its CDL program. Both are part of an 11-college regional effort.
Asheville.com · Published October 19, 2026