Manpower Expands Educational Offerings with Nursing-Focused Degree, in Partnership with University of Phoenix, Paving the Path to Career Advancement for Healthcare Professionals

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Manpower (NYSE: MAN) has expanded its educational offerings through its MyPath Program, introducing bachelor's degree programs in Nursing and Education in partnership with the University of Phoenix. The initiative builds upon Manpower's existing Healthcare Management program, offering full-tuition college programs at no cost to eligible Manpower associates.

The announcement coincides with National Nurses Week and follows Manpower's expansion into healthcare staffing through its acquisition of an Ann Arbor, Michigan franchise. The company also maintains the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing, transferred to the corporation in July. The program aims to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals while providing career advancement opportunities and higher earning potential for associates.

MILWAUKEE, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Manpower®, a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, and part of the ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, is proud to announce the expansion of its educational offerings, now including bachelor's degree programs in Nursing and Education through its MyPath Program. This initiative, in collaboration with the University of Phoenix, builds upon Manpower's existing Healthcare Management program and aims to provide accessible career advancement opportunities for healthcare professionals.

Through these full-tuition college programs, eligible Manpower associates can pursue education at no cost—supporting career growth, paving the path to better job opportunities, and unlocking the ability to seek higher earning potential. Meanwhile, Manpower's healthcare clients benefit from meeting the growing demand for qualified professionals and developing a more skilled and versatile workforce.

Nimo Shah, Director of MyPath for Manpower U.S., expressed excitement about the launch, stating, "This new Nursing Degree Program with the University of Phoenix comes at the perfect time as we look to recognize and celebrate National Nurses Week [May 6-12]. With the growing need for healthcare professionals, this initiative empowers our associates to advance their careers while strengthening the industry's talent pipeline."

The announcement of the new nursing education program follows Manpower's expansion into healthcare staffing after its recent acquisition of a franchise in Ann Arbor, Michigan—an office that has been successfully placing talent in healthcare roles for over 20 years. Additionally, Manpower absorbed its prestigious Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing, a certification that has been maintained since 2013 and was officially transferred to the corporation last July.

Wendy Willford, VP-Specialization for Manpower U.S., also commented on the importance of this initiative. "Our partnership with the University of Phoenix extends beyond traditional healthcare management—it now opens the door to education in high-demand fields for Nursing and Health Administration. Manpower's eligible active talent now have the opportunity to further their education and advance their careers through cutting-edge learning and dedicated coaching."

Through this initiative, Manpower U.S. continues its commitment to workforce development, equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market.

For more information, visit www.manpower.com.

ABOUT MANPOWER

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our talent agents and specialized recruiters leverage data-driven insights to assess, guide and place people into meaningful, sustainable employment, and our PowerSuite® tech platform enables assessment and matching to predict performance potential. Our Manpower MyPath® skilling program provides rapid skills development at scale with on-the-job training, market-based certifications, and coaching for roles in growth sectors. In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions.

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FAQ

What educational programs is Manpower (MAN) offering through its partnership with University of Phoenix?

Manpower is offering bachelor's degree programs in Nursing and Education through its MyPath Program, building upon its existing Healthcare Management program. These are full-tuition college programs offered at no cost to eligible Manpower associates.

How does Manpower's new nursing program benefit healthcare professionals?

The program provides eligible Manpower associates with free tuition for nursing education, supporting career growth, creating better job opportunities, and enabling higher earning potential while helping meet the growing demand for qualified healthcare professionals.

What healthcare certifications does Manpower (MAN) currently hold?

Manpower holds the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing, a certification maintained since 2013 and officially transferred to the corporation in July.

What recent healthcare-related acquisition has Manpower (MAN) completed?

Manpower recently acquired a franchise in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which has been successfully placing talent in healthcare roles for over 20 years.