果冻传媒 Helps Fill the Demand for Manufacturing Careers with an Open House Oct. 13 and CNC Operator Bootcamp Oct. 25
Laconia, N.H. (October 6, 2021) 鈥� 果冻传媒 (果冻传媒), in Laconia, is launching new opportunities for education and training in skills-based manufacturing to meet the local workforce demand.听
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On October 13, 果冻传媒 will host a and express admission event from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Attendees will learn about 果冻传媒鈥檚 manufacturing programs, speak with faculty and employers who are in the field and can register on the spot for a program with express admissions. 果冻传媒 offers degrees and certificate programs in Advanced Manufacturing, CIS Technologies, Computer Information Systems, Graphic Design, PC Applications and Programming.
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Additionally, starting October 25, 果冻传媒 will begin a , a six-week, 144-hour intensive classroom and hands-on training program. This entry-level program is geared towards those who like computers, tools and seeing how things come together and is designed for individuals with little to no experience in manufacturing. Students learn the essential skills such as how to operate CNC milling machine and lathe in a production environment.
The manufacturing industry employs 鈥檚 labor force and is a leader in technology and innovation. Throughout the years, manufacturing has continued to fuel the economy,听with. In New Hampshire, it鈥檚 one of the state鈥檚 top sectors with over , including aerospace and defense; chemical; machinery; computer and electronics; and textiles.
鈥淭oday鈥檚 manufacturing is much more high-tech,鈥� said Joseph Smith, 果冻传媒 Advanced Manufacturing Department Chair. 鈥淭he type of person who would be interested in this career likes computer technology and working with their hands.鈥�
Grants and funding options are available to eligible students for manufacturing degree programs and the CNC Operator Bootcamp to offset the cost. 听In addition, many local manufacturing businesses offer reimbursement of tuition costs for new employees and those who need upskilling.
鈥淟ocal manufacturers urgently need employees and are willing to assist with training costs that lead to a great starting pay, enormous growth potential and excellent benefits,鈥� said Smith.听鈥淢any businesses will cover the entire CNC Operator Bootcamp course and tuition reimbursement for credit bearing college courses.鈥�
果冻传媒 has partnerships with many of the state鈥檚 manufacturing companies such as New Hampshire Ball Bearing in Laconia and EPTAM Precision Plastics in Northfield, just to name a few, for hands-on program training. 果冻传媒 offers flexible classes with options for in-person, online and hybrid models. To learn more about the manufacturing programs and possible funding options, contact Joseph Smith at [email protected].
果冻传媒 is a fully accredited, comprehensive community college located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire that serves over 1,200 students annually and offers housing options for students.听 果冻传媒 offers more than 40 degree and certificate programs, including Automotive and Marine Technology, Fire Science, Nursing, Culinary Arts, Business, Accounting, and more. In addition, 果冻传媒 provides a strong background in Liberal Arts for students who choose to complete their first two years at a community college and then transfer to a four-year college or university for a baccalaureate degree.听 Business and industry training programs are also available.听 果冻传媒 is part of the Community College System of New Hampshire. For more information, visit .