The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) is seeking feedback from industry experts on proposed health care occupations being considered for inclusion in the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline program. Three of these occupations are particularly relevant to aging services providers: nursing home administrator, dietitian and speech-language pathologist. Deadline to submit feedback is October 30, 2026.

The Dual-Training Pipeline program supports employers in developing their workforce through structured on-the-job training paired with related instruction. Adding new occupations could create additional opportunities for employers to strengthen career pathways and develop skilled professionals.

DLI has developed draft competency models outlining the knowledge and skills needed for each proposed occupation. Professionals with experience in these roles are encouraged to review the models and provide feedback to ensure they reflect real-world workforce needs.

Proposed Occupations Relevant to Aging Services

• Nursing Home Administrator: Review draft competencies | Complete survey
• Dietitian: Review draft competencies | Complete survey
• Speech-Language Pathologist: Review draft competencies | Complete survey

How to Participate

Experts in these occupations are encouraged to review the relevant competency models and complete the corresponding surveys by Friday, October 30, 2026.

Following the feedback period, DLI will review survey responses and convene industry competency councils to refine the models. Final drafts will be presented at Industry Forums in November, with new occupations potentially added to the program in December.

This is an opportunity for aging services professionals to share their expertise and help shape future workforce training pathways.

Learn more about the proposed occupations and competency review process.