On December 24, 2020, CEO of ICD, Susan Scheer, made an appearance in Queens Daily Eagle to discuss ICD's cutting-edge response to COVID-19. The piece highlights ICD's quick transition to remote programming, successful reopening with a hybrid model of in-person and online services, as well as what is being done to meet the needs of students during this difficult time.
In the article, Ms. Scheer states,
With more than 12 million Americans unemployed amid the pandemic, the job market is especially tight. That makes this an important time for people who are looking for work or for better jobs to add new skills. We have, therefore, prioritized maintaining our staff to offer that assistance. Our Work Readiness Training, for instance, provides soft skills, digital literacy, and employment readiness competencies. Our training programs allow participants to gain industry credentials in a range of fields.
The full story can be found here.