Trying to Start A New Career in 2020?

The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at Bucks County Community College will commence two training programs to upskill young adults and displaced workers in February, 2020. The Industrial Maintenance Training will prepare students for entry-level positions in the manufacturing industry while the Microsoft Office Technology and Customer Service Specialist training is focused on providing individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in entry-level administrative positions in any industry. The trainings are designed to give participants the skills needed to find high-paying and fulfilling careers. All training is employer-driven and participants will be matched with a career coach/job developer that will help them find employment upon graduation.

The Industrial Maintenance Pre-Apprentice training (electrical/mechanical ie. Mechatronics) is funded through the PASmart Grant through the PA Department of Labor and Industry. Through the grant training is FREE to young adults ages 18-24 (or 18 by 6/1/2020). This is an awesome opportunity for someone who is unsure of their career interests but knows they want to start a career that will have an impact and tremendous potential for financial growth. The program includes stackable industry recognized micro-credentials and hours gained in the Program can be used towards a certified state apprenticeship. Students receive instruction from industry experts in blueprint reading, shop math and measurement, basic electric/electrical fabrication, electric relay control/PLCs, mechanical fabrication, and workplace employability skills. Training stipends are available to students who meet benchmarks throughout the Program. Average starting salaries range between $15-$20/hour.

The Industrial Maintenance Pre-Apprentice Program starts on February 17, 2020. The training will take place at the Doylestown Public Safety Center and is 16 weeks; Monday through Friday from 1pm to 5pm. Due to the strong outcomes of Bucks’ Industrial Skills Programs and the strong partnerships with local manufacturers, students will have the opportunity to tour Bucks’ employer partner facilities and work one-on-one with a career coach/job developer to find employment upon graduation. Bucks’ Programs boast a 90% placement for its 300+ graduates with an average starting salary range of $15-$20/hr.

For more information, interested students should attend one of two information sessions at Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks, 1304 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA. Information sessions will be held on January 9, 2020 5pm to 7pm and January 16, 2020 from 1pm to 3pm.

The Microsoft Office Technology & Customer Service Specialist Training Program starts on February 24, 2020. The Program is FREE to those who qualify for grant funding through the PA CareerLink. The 7 week Program is from 8-2:30 Monday through Thursday and Fridays 8-12:30 at the Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks in Bristol. The program is also taught by industry experts, consists of 180 hours and includes instruction in Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as training in Customer Service and business professionalism. Students will be paired with a career-coach/job developer who will guide students through the employment process including resume and interview workshops as well as one-on-one coaching and help finding employment. Graduates will be poised to bring their fresh knowledge to office, administrative, or customer service positions after the completion of the program.

For more information, interested students should attend one of two information sessions at Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks, 1304 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA. Information sessions will be held on January 14, 2020 and January 21, 2020 both from 1pm to 3pm.

More information on the workforce training programs offered by CWD can be found at www.bucks.edu/wfd. For more information on the programs listed or to register for an information session, you can contact Bridget Hughes at bridget.hughes@bucks.edu or 267-685-4884.

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