What is Indiana CountyReady™?
IndianaCountyREADY™ is a powerful partnership between the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce, our local school districts, and career and technical training institutions.
This innovative worker certification program equips students and job seekers with the essential skills today’s employers need—communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism—ensuring a workforce that’s not just ready to work, but ready to succeed.
For businesses, IndianaCountyREADY™ means access to a pipeline of motivated, workplace-ready candidates who are prepared to contribute from day one. For students and job seekers, it’s a credential that sets them apart in a competitive market and opens the door to career opportunities right here in Indiana County.
Together, we’re building a stronger workforce and a stronger community. That’s what it means to be IndianaCountyREADY™.
The Value of Being IndianaCountyREADY™
Being IndianaCountyREADY™ is more than a credential—it’s a mark of distinction. It represents the local business community’s seal of approval, showing that an individual has mastered the core skills employers value most.
When Indiana County employers see the IndianaCountyREADY™ designation on a job application or résumé, they know the candidate is equipped with the professionalism, work ethic, communication, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in today’s workplace.
For job seekers, it’s proof of readiness. For employers, it’s confidence in their next hire.
How to become Indiana CountyReady™?
Getting started is simple. Talk with your school counselor or academic advisor to sign up for IndianaCountyREADY™ and show your commitment to earning this valuable designation.
Once enrolled, your school district will guide you through the program and track your progress in the six core attributes employers are looking for. Along the way, you’ll build the skills that set you apart—whether you’re entering the workforce right after graduation or continuing your education.
Your counselor or advisor will be there to answer questions, explain how your progress is measured, and help you stay on track to achieve the IndianaCountyREADY™ certification.
Take the first step today—and graduate IndianaCountyREADY™.
Why Choose Indiana CountyReady™?
One of the greatest challenges employers face today is finding candidates who have the right skills to succeed—not just technical knowledge, but the core “soft” skills that drive workplace success.
Through direct input from Indiana County employers, six key attributes have been identified as essential for today’s workforce. IndianaCountyREADY™ ensures that students and job seekers are developing and demonstrating these attributes, creating a reliable pipeline of workplace-ready talent.
For employers, that means access to a stronger, more qualified workforce. For students, it means standing out with a credential that proves they’re prepared to succeed from day one.
The Vision
IndianaCountyREADY™ is building a 21st-century workforce—one equipped with the skills and competencies employers across all industries demand. By strengthening our regional talent pool, we empower businesses to stay competitive, fuel economic growth, and create stronger, more resilient communities in Indiana County and beyond.
