Direct to Work Information Session with Ithaca Area Economic Development

Program Type:

Classes and Workshops, Other

Age Group:

Adults
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About this event:

Join us for an information session about the Direct to Work: Pathways to Manufacturing program!

Who should attend? Anyone 18 and over who is authorized to work in the US, desires a career in manufacturing, and is physically capable of doing manufacturing work. (High School diploma/equivalency encouraged but NOT required; Justice Involvement does NOT disqualify you.)

Program summary: Direct to Work (DTW) is an industry career readiness program that prepares individuals for entry-level positions within the manufacturing industry. The program is a full-time, four-week training that includes technical skills curriculum through ToolingU-SME and Transfr VR, team building, manufacturing career readiness and direct job placement. 

Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a Certified Manufacturing Associate certification (CMfgA) through Tooling U-SME. The CMfgA certificate is a nationally recognized credential designed for individuals new to the manufacturing industry. 

For more information, please email Mary Holland-Bavis at directtowork@ithacaareaed.org

Registration is appreciated so we know how many people to expect.