VFBATTERY REPORT

Skills & Training Gaps

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Battery Report 2025, page 689: Skills & Training Gaps
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Skills & Training Gaps

Training Gaps Are Slowing Workforce Readiness Survey responses show that many battery professionals feel underprepared when they first start their roles, with preparedness increasing only after several weeks or months on the job. When asked what could have improved performance on day one, respondents most frequently cite stronger foundational knowledge, more hands-on skills, and better understanding of workplace culture and norms.

WHEN YOU FIRST STARTED YOUR ROLE, HOW PREPARED DID YOU FEEL?

WHEN YOU FIRST STARTED IN THE BATTERY INDUSTRY, WHAT COULD HAVE IMPROVED YOUR JOB PERFORMANCE ON DAY ONE?

These patterns highlight a gap between initial workforce readiness and the skills required for effective performance in battery roles.

Source: Battery Talent Census

Extracted from the PDF; charts and images may read imperfectly.

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