All Workforce Development programs require a work experience component as part of the degree. Work experience may include internships, preceptorships, cooperative education, and US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeships.
Internships and Preceptorships – Unpaid internships and/or preceptorships are required in MAT, EMS, and SAL as an integral part of the education process. Details regarding requirements are available from each program advisor.
Cooperative Education – Cooperative education opportunities are available for students in ACR, ENT, INT, ILT, DDT, MTT and WDT and usually take place in the final semester. These experiences may be paid or unpaid, and typically require a minimum of 15 hours per week for 15 weeks. However, some paid co-ops require additional work hours. Details regarding specific program requirements are available from each program advisor.
US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeships – The college coordinates the Tri-State Apprenticeship Consortium, which provides opportunities for selected students to work approximately 30 hours per week while going to college approximately 10 hours per week. Students completing the Registered Apprenticeship program will receive a US DOL Journeyworker credential, along with a number of additional certifications, certificates and the Associate in Applied Science. Apprentices are selected by participating companies, which pay the apprentices for work hours and pay for tuition and fees. Current apprenticeship programs include CAR, MTT, INT and ILT although additional programs are being added each year. Details are available from program advisors or from Nancy Griggs, Administrative Assistant Workforce Development Coordinator of Work Experience Programs (extension 2217, office WD259).