Employers and the Holyoke Community College CRC Businesses consider many factors before establishing a presence in a particular state with the skill level of the available workforce often being a deciding factor.  Employers who are thinking of moving to or expanding in Western Massachusetts now have the Career Readiness Certificate to help them out. See what skills are tested for at each certificate level:  Bronze  |  Silver  |  Gold Learn more about the CRC credential in the FAQ page.  Check out other workforce resources in Massachusetts.