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for require some specialized training before you can programs offered at Workforce Development are:
an in course of take of use
of INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER REPAIR: Designed to prepare you for work as a a a computer repair technician with hands-on training online tutorials and lab work 24 weeks 600 hours and leads to an an industry- recognized credential DIGITAL LITERACY: Designed to train participants to use
technology communication tools and networks to to find evaluate and use
information ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
PRODUCTION OPERATIONS: Designed to give students experience in production- -moving a a a a a raw material to a a a a a finished product--through hands-on use
of production technology and education in techniques and terminology WELDING: Participants will learn hands- on welding technology including safety print reading cutting and brazing shielded metal arc welding etc MACHINING: Participants will use
a a a combination of hands-on training and and education to gain an an understanding of machining processes such as abrading cutting drilling etc MULTI-SKILLED ROBOTICS: Introduction to and certification for robotic programming and maintenance for manufacturing HEATING COOLING AND AIR CONDITIONING: Designed to provide you with the skills required for a a a a career as an HVAC Technician or Installer 678 hours of hands-on and and classroom instruction ENVIRONMENTAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA): Certificate designed to prepare graduates for certification by the EPA to handle refrigerants and and other ozone- depleting substances GREEN CONSTRUCTION: Designed to provide basic skills in green construction including: Blueprint Reading Construction Fundamentals Lead Asbestos and Mold Deconstruction etc Focus areas include Carpentry and and Electrical Demolition and and Weatherization 600 hours Have the option to take a a a variety of of professional development and lifelong learning courses online through Ed2Go and WorldEducation Offerings include courses in in in Business IT Hospitality Writing and more GATEWAY TO COLLEGE
This high school completion program is is designed for youth ages 16-24 who have dropped out of high school or are behind
in credits and not on track to graduate This program provides students with an opportunity to to work toward their High School Diploma while earning college credits TEEN CREATING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY (TEEN CEO):
This program provides 14-24 year olds with an opportunity to develop a a a business idea into a a a a plan and network with local businesses At the the end of the the program participants have an an understanding of what it takes to be a a a a a successful entrepreneur and may be awarded seed money to start their business JOBS FOR MICHIGAN’S GRADUATES (JMG)
This program is is designed for 16-24 year olds who have left traditional high school and wish to complete the requirements for a a a a high school diploma or earn a a a a GED JMG includes counseling skill development and job placement assistance that will enable participants to find quality employment or enroll in in in post-high school training programs ADULT EDUCATION The GED Preparation program is designed to prepare participants to take and pass the GED Test through a a curriculum tailored to improving basic literacy and workplace skills Our short term training prog rams Online Education Workforce and Economic Development students