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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ News: Workforce Development

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Growing in popularity, certificate programs get job seekers qualified to fill local workforce pipeline

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - October 14, 2024

In Washtenaw County, where local industries drive innovation and employment, Wash-tenaw Community College has continuously responded to the needs of the region’s workforce by offering specialized certificate programs.

View Post :   Growing in popularity, certificate programs get job seekers qualified to fill local workforce pipeline

tags: October 2024, Workforce Development, On The Record, Certificates

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'Power UP' Mobility Careers: Washtenaw Community College, Michigan Works! Southeast fuel workforce

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - September 30, 2024

A new program between Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) and Michigan Works! Southeast (MWSE) is fueling careers in the emerging mobility sector.

View Post :   'Power UP' Mobility Careers: Washtenaw Community College, Michigan Works! Southeast fuel workforce

tags: Workforce Development, Electric Vehicles, On The Record, Mobility, October 2024, Workforce Training, Michigan Works, EV

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Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27

Fran LeFort - June 20, 2024

Fifteen area middle school teachers will spend next week at Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) immersed in semiconductors as part of the state’s commitment to making Michigan a leader in the semiconductor industry.

View Post :   Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27

tags: Workforce Development, STEM Careers, 2024, Semiconductor, STEM, Semiconductor Industry

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Boot camps launching healthcare careers

Kayla Gahagan - April 03, 2024

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's 10-week Pharmacy Tech Boot Camp put Aiden Kinczkowski on a new career path.

View Post :   Boot camps launching healthcare careers

tags: Boot Camp, March 2024, Workforce Development, Pharmacy Tech, On The Record

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February 28 Career Fair open to public, students

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - February 07, 2024

Job seekers are invited to Washtenaw Community College’s (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) Annual Winter Career Fair on Wednesday, February 28. Approximately 70 employers are expected to attend the fair, with many looking to hire for immediate job opportunities.

View Post :   February 28 Career Fair open to public, students

tags: Career Fair, Community Partnership, Career and Internship Fair, Workforce Development

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U.S. Department of Labor approves new Registered Apprenticeship Program for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

Fran LeFort - November 17, 2023

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ received approval for its first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program, serving as an intermediary in partnership with Toyota & Subaru of Ann Arbor.

View Post :   U.S. Department of Labor approves new Registered Apprenticeship Program for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

tags: On The Record, Apprenticeships, December 2023, Workforce Training, US Department of Labor, Apprenticeship Programs, Workforce Development

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Information sessions coming up for Ypsi residents to learn about new education and jobs training program

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - November 13, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will host two virtual information sessions in November for Ypsilanti adults and high school students interested in the new Advance Ypsi education and jobs training program.

View Post :   Information sessions coming up for Ypsi residents to learn about new education and jobs training program

tags: Workforce Development, Workforce Training, Advance Ypsi

Fall 2023 Career Fair

Washtenaw Community College hosts Career & Internship Fair

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - October 11, 2023

Upwards of 70 employers looking to hire for job and internship openings will be represented at Washtenaw Community College’s (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) Fall Career & Internship Fair on Thursday, October 12.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College hosts Career & Internship Fair

tags: Internships, Workforce Development, Career Fair

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ at Detroit Auto Show: Preparing students for future EV workforce

Fran LeFort - September 12, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will attend the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this week, highlighting education programs to prepare the workforce for the advancement of battery powered electric vehicles.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ at Detroit Auto Show: Preparing students for future EV workforce

tags: Semiconductor, North America International Auto Show, EV, Workforce Development

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Ypsilanti residents invited to learn more about Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Advance Ypsi education and jobs training program

Fran LeFort - September 07, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will host three information sessions for Ypsilanti residents interested in the new Advance Ypsi education and jobs training program.

View Post :   Ypsilanti residents invited to learn more about Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Advance Ypsi education and jobs training program

tags: Mobility, Automotive, Advance Ypsi, Workforce Development, IT

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Trainco Inc. Truck Driving program expands at Washtenaw Community College

Kayla Gahagan - July 14, 2023

It was a good problem to have – too many students and not enough instructors. That was the case for Trainco Inc.’s Truck Driving program hosted at Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) until recently, when a second instructor was added to accommodate the growing popularity of the program.

View Post :   Trainco Inc. Truck Driving program expands at Washtenaw Community College

tags: Trainco, Trucking, Workforce Development, Workforce Training

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ part of state's push to achieve global semiconductor superiority

Fran LeFort - May 25, 2023

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca joined Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II on Wednesday in announcing that the Great Lakes State is launching its largest-ever campaign to promote careers, recruit talent and attract new businesses to fill jobs in Michigan’s thriving semiconductor industry.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ part of state's push to achieve global semiconductor superiority

tags: Semiconductor, Workforce Training, Workforce Development

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Marisol Adelmann advocates for adult education in nation's capital

Rich Rezler - May 24, 2023

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ employee Marisol Adelmann recently traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in a legislative briefing in support of adult education.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Marisol Adelmann advocates for adult education in nation's capital

tags: Workforce Development, GED, Adult Transitions Pathways, Adult Transitions

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ launching semiconductor technician program as part of Michigan STAR initiative

Fran LeFort - May 16, 2023

Washtenaw Community College will launch a new semiconductor technician training program to advance the electrification of the automotive industry.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ launching semiconductor technician program as part of Michigan STAR initiative

tags: Automotive, Workforce Development, EV, Semiconductor, Workforce Training, Industry

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ shows off new MI FAME work-and-learn program to Southeast Michigan high school students

Fran LeFort - May 11, 2023

The Michigan Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (MI-FAME) program offers apprenticeships and on-the-job training with industry partners.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ shows off new MI FAME work-and-learn program to Southeast Michigan high school students

tags: MI FAME, Advanced Manufacturing, Apprenticeships, Workforce Development

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Small business owners find success after partnering with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

Kayla Gahagan - May 09, 2023

The owners of Wolverine Pickleball explain how the Entrepreneurship Center at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ helped guide them to success.

View Post :   Small business owners find success after partnering with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

tags: Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Center, small business, Workforce Training

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Advance Ypsi: Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ receives grant to launch jobs and education initiative in Ypsilanti

Fran LeFort - April 24, 2023

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has been awarded a $2.09 million grant to launch a jobs and education initiative to boost the quality of life and outcomes for underrepresented populations in Ypsilanti.

View Post :   Advance Ypsi: Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ receives grant to launch jobs and education initiative in Ypsilanti

tags: Workforce Development, Community enrichment, Ypsilanti, Advance Ypsi, community involvement, Workforce Training

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ZOLLER donates nearly $250,000 in equipment to train future workforce at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

Fran LeFort - April 05, 2023

ZOLLER Inc. has donated nearly $250,000 in equipment to Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ to train students on state-of-the-art machinery that measures precision cutting tools along with an advanced tool management system.

View Post :   ZOLLER donates nearly $250,000 in equipment to train future workforce at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

tags: Donation, On The Record, Advanced Manufacturing, Workforce Training, March 2023, Workforce Development

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Public invited to Spring Career Fair March 29

Kayla Gahagan - March 23, 2023

Job seekers are invited to Washtenaw Community College’s (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) Annual Spring Career Fair on Wednesday, March 29.

View Post :   Public invited to Spring Career Fair March 29

tags: Career Fair, Workforce Development, community, Resume, Center for Career Success

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ offers leadership and management skills training series

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - January 06, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will offer a workforce development series geared at helping develop leadership and management skills.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ offers leadership and management skills training series

tags: Workforce Development, leadership, Workforce Training, Management

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ZOLLER investing in Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ and its own future workforce

Fran LeFort - December 29, 2022

ZOLLER is donating more than $200,000 in equipment to train Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ students on state-of-the-art tool measuring and inspection machines while developing a robust apprenticeship program that will hire and train 4-6 students each year for high-demand careers.

View Post :   ZOLLER investing in Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ and its own future workforce

tags: Apprenticeships, Apprenticeship Programs, Workforce Development, Launch Winter 2023, Advanced Manufacturing, Launch

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Hot Jobs: Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ partners with industry to fuel talent pipeline

Fran LeFort - December 29, 2022

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has always prioritized its partnerships with industry. But in a market where the need for skilled workers is greater than ever, the relationship seems more and more symbiotic.

View Post :   Hot Jobs: Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ partners with industry to fuel talent pipeline

tags: Launch, Apprenticeship Programs, Computer Science, Apprenticeships, Launch Winter 2023, Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Workforce Development, Robotics

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Washtenaw Community College, Andersen Material Handling partner to provide forklift operator training

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - December 06, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) is partnering with Andersen Material Handling to offer OSHA-compliant forklift operator training.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College, Andersen Material Handling partner to provide forklift operator training

tags: December 2022, Workforce Development, On The Record, Workforce Training

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Sprinklers Fitters extend partnership to educate, train workforce

Fran LeFort - December 01, 2022

Washtenaw Community College and the Road Sprinkler Fitters of the United Association, Local 669, have extended their partnership to educate and train craftsmen to meet workforce needs.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Sprinklers Fitters extend partnership to educate, train workforce

tags: On The Record, Workforce Development, United Association, Skilled Trades, December 2022, Workforce Training

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ joins Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development throughout state

Fran LeFort - November 30, 2022

Washtenaw Community College has joined the Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development training for small businesses across the state.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ joins Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development throughout state

tags: December 2022, Workforce Development, On The Record, Entrepreneurship Center

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Washtenaw Community College to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week November 14-18

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Public Relations - November 10, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will host several events during the U.S. Department of Labor’s eighth annual National Apprenticeship Week November 14-18.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week November 14-18

tags: Apprenticeship Programs, Workforce Development, Center for Career Success, Academic and Career Skills, Apprenticeships

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Pharmacy Technician 10-week boot camp begins November 12 at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

Fran LeFort - October 25, 2022

A new 10-week Pharmacy Technician training program will be offered by Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) to help meet a workforce shortage of skilled pharmacy technicians.

View Post :   Pharmacy Technician 10-week boot camp begins November 12 at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

tags: bootcamp, Health Care, Workforce Development

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Brandon Tucker appointed to U.S. Department of Commerce advisory committee

Rich Rezler - October 03, 2022

Brandon Tucker, Vice President and Chief Workforce & Community Development Officer at Washtenaw Community College, is one of 24 individuals from around the country appointed to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Industrial Advisory Committee.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Brandon Tucker appointed to U.S. Department of Commerce advisory committee

tags: Workforce Development, Brandon Tucker, Electrical, Advanced Transportation

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Bootcamps announced for cybersecurity shortages and innovative solutions to health care

Fran LeFort - September 09, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will host two workforce training bootcamps this fall to fill critical talent needs in the areas of IT-cybersecurity and health care.

View Post :   Bootcamps announced for cybersecurity shortages and innovative solutions to health care

tags: Workforce Training, Health Care, Workforce Development, cybersecurity

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ selected as educational partner for Amazon Career Choice program

Fran LeFort - August 25, 2022

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to academic degrees, professional development and personal enrichment courses.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ selected as educational partner for Amazon Career Choice program

tags: Workforce Development, Workforce Training, Partnership, Amazon Career Choice, September 2022, On The Record

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Washtenaw Community College and Trainco partner to fill truck driving talent pipeline

Fran LeFort - July 28, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) is partnering with Trainco Truck Driving Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµs to offer a full-service CDL-A educational training program to help fill critical workforce needs.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College and Trainco partner to fill truck driving talent pipeline

tags: Industry, September 2022, Partnership, Trucking, Workforce Training, On The Record, Workforce Development

Mach-E at Motor Bella

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ to show off Mustang Mach-E, highlight skills training at Careers of Today & Tomorrow

Fran LeFort - May 09, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ) will show off its Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle, its automotive cybersecurity workbenches and skills training pathways at Careers of Today & Tomorrow on Thursday, May 12, at the Southern Michigan Center for Science & Industry in Hudson.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ to show off Mustang Mach-E, highlight skills training at Careers of Today & Tomorrow

tags: Advanced Transportation Center, Affordability, Academic and Career Skills, Workforce Development, OER, Workforce Training, Tuition, ATC

Skilled trades apprenticeships

Apprenticeship information sessions hosted at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Nov. 18

Fran LeFort - November 09, 2021

Free virtual and in-person sessions will be hosted Nov. 18 for current and prospective students interested in getting paid while learning and working on the job.

View Post :   Apprenticeship information sessions hosted at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Nov. 18

tags: Workforce Development, Apprenticeships, Apprenticeship Programs, Workforce Training

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ leads next-generation workforce preparation with new Ford Mustang Mach-E

Fran LeFort - July 22, 2021

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has added an all-electric 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV to its bank of cutting-edge technology, solidifying its leadership in preparing the workforce of the future

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ leads next-generation workforce preparation with new Ford Mustang Mach-E

tags: Advanced Transportation Center, CCAT, Workforce Development, Transportation Technologies

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ leads next-generation workforce preparation with new Ford Mustang Mach-E

Fran LeFort - July 22, 2021

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ has added an all-electric 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV to its bank of cutting-edge technology, solidifying its leadership in preparing the workforce of the future

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ leads next-generation workforce preparation with new Ford Mustang Mach-E

tags: August 2021, CCAT, Transportation Technologies, Advanced Transportation Center, On The Record, Workforce Development

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca

'We're here. We're ready.' President Bellanca on Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's role in post-pandemic recovery

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ - March 04, 2021

On The Record sat down with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca to discuss how Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ is supporting current students and the community to help secure a brighter future.

View Post :   'We're here. We're ready.' President Bellanca on Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's role in post-pandemic recovery

tags: Online Learning, Student Success, ousearch_News_2021, On The Record, community involvement, Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, Workforce Development, February 2021

Cybersecurity Bootcamp

Cybersecurity Bootcamp is a win-win proposition

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ - March 01, 2021

Washtenaw Community College joined with the private sector and state employment agencies in working to fill a worrisome talent gap in the critical cybersecurity field.

View Post :   Cybersecurity Bootcamp is a win-win proposition

tags: cybersecurity, February 2021, Workforce Development, On The Record, ousearch_News_2021

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ part of consortium awarded $10M for workforce training

Rich Rezler - February 04, 2021

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ is part of a consortium awarded a $10 million grant from the United States Department of Labor to invest in workforce training.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ part of consortium awarded $10M for workforce training

tags: Workforce Development, Workforce Training, Grants, On The Record, February 2021, ousearch_News_2021

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Destination Ann Arbor win state award for hospitality apprenticeship program

Susan Ferraro - February 21, 2020

Destination Ann Arbor and Washtenaw Community College are joint recipients of the Tourism Industry Coalition of Michigan 2020 Governor’s Award for Innovative Tourism Collaboration.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Destination Ann Arbor win state award for hospitality apprenticeship program

tags: Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Foundation, Workforce Development, Awards, ousearch_News_2020

RN/LPN Skills Refresher class offered at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

RN/LPN Skills Refresher class offered at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

Richard Rezler - August 18, 2018

The Washtenaw Community College Nursing and Health Sciences Division and its Workforce Development department are teaming up to help get nurses whose licenses have lapsed back into the profession.

View Post :   RN/LPN Skills Refresher class offered at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

tags: Workforce Development, Nursing, Health Sciences, ousearch_News_2018, Mary Burns-Coral, 2018

Home Health Aid Training Program

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Kennedy Care offering home health aide training program

Richard Rezler - June 04, 2018

The Workforce Development department at Washtenaw Community College and Kennedy Care, a home health care service provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, have teamed up to create a two-week Home Health Aide training program.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Kennedy Care offering home health aide training program

tags: ousearch_News_2018, 2018, Workforce Development, Home Health Aid

Community Enrichment Classes

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Community Enrichment classes offer something for everyone

Richard Rezler - February 28, 2018

The college’s Workforce Development department also works diligently with local organizations to ensure it’s creating the labor pool Washtenaw County and southeastern Michigan need to thrive in a global economy.

View Post :   Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Community Enrichment classes offer something for everyone

tags: Workforce Development, 2018, Enrichment Classes, ousearch_News_2018

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