Contact
Workforce Development
- Center for Business & Workforce Development
- 570.327.4775
- workforce@pct.edu
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The Penn College Pre-apprenticeship model provides an overview of the foundational technical knowledge and skills in an industry sector. The pre-apprenticeship is intended for individuals who are exploring a career path prior to entering employment or training.
Each Penn College Pre-apprenticeship
- focuses on an industry sector with high demand for a skilled workforce,
- aligns with an industry credential,
- reinforces classroom learning with hands-on skill development,
- groups pre-apprentices in a consortia creating a supportive learning experience, and
- engages employers who offer potential employment and apprenticeship opportunities.
Each Penn College Pre-apprenticeship is registered with the PA Department of Labor and Industry and is aligned with a Penn College registered apprenticeship program.
Contact
Workforce Development
- Center for Business & Workforce Development
- 570.327.4775
- workforce@pct.edu
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Who can enroll in pre-apprenticeship programs?
Pre-apprenticeship Programs
Penn College Workforce Development currently offers the following pre-apprenticeship programs:
Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship
The Penn College Advanced Manufacturing Pre-apprenticeship (AMP) Program is designed to increase knowledge of manufacturing concepts and skills, and to expand the number of prospective employees choosing manufacturing-related career pathways.
Emergency Medical Technician Pre-Apprenticeship
The EMT Pre-Apprenticeship program will prepare participants to become industry-ready personnel for career and volunteer EMS agencies, as well as the opportunity to work in the hospital for some health systems. The program incorporates a flipped-model EMT program, the American Heart Association Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) program, and the NAEMT & American College of Surgeons' Prehospital Trauma Life Support Program (hybrid).
This program is valued at $2,800.00 and is currently eligible for 100% grant funding.
Maker Profiles
Brian Probst
When Brian learned about the EMT Pre-Apprenticeship program at Penn College, he jumped at the chance to train in a field he long considered pursuing.
Stephanie Beck
Always in search of fresh ways to gain experience in the medical field, Stephanie was instantly attracted to the EMT Pre-Apprenticeship program at Penn College.
