Step Up Manufacturing - West Virginia Women Work

Attention: Charleston, WV & surrounding areas. Free Manufacturing Training with Job Placement Assistance Starts August, 2024, Apply Now!

From Novice to Pro: Unlock the World of Advanced Manufacturing

Step Up for Women Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Location: 3601 James Street, Charleston, WV 25387

Unlock Your Potential in Advanced Manufacturing

Embark on a transformative 10-week journey into the world of advanced manufacturing with our comprehensive pre-apprenticeship program. Our curriculum offers a potent mix of hands-on training, essential job skills, and industry-recognized certifications.

Why Choose Our Program?

Fully Funded Training: Our commitment to empowering women in manufacturing is unwavering. Thanks to our dedicated donors, grants, and scholarships, we offer this program entirely free to all participants.
Department of Labor recognized quality pre-apprenticeship program.
Industry-Recognized Certifications: Stand out in the manufacturing sector with our array of certifications:
- OSHA 10 Certification: Champion safety in all manufacturing settings.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification: Be the first responder in critical situations.
- Forklift Certification: Navigate the warehouse with confidence and efficiency.
- CNC Machine Operator Certification: Harness the power of computer-aided manufacturing.
- West Virginia Women Work Certificate of Completion: Validate your all-around expertise in advanced manufacturing & job-essential soft skills.

Hands-On Training with Cutting-Edge Equipment: We partner with Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center and their facilities are equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology. Engage in real-world scenarios and master the tools and techniques that define modern manufacturing.
Expert Content from Tooling-U: Stay ahead of the curve with access to the latest expert content from Tooling-U, ensuring you’re always updated with the newest trends and techniques in the industry.
Holistic Skill Development: Beyond machinery, we focus on the human element. From sharpening communication skills to critical thinking, we prepare you for every challenge.
Safety Culture: Immerse yourself in the safety ethos of advanced manufacturing. We prioritize safe practices, ensuring you’re well-versed in industry standards.
Shop Math Mastery: Enhance your analytical skills with our specialized shop math modules, designed for the intricate calculations of the manufacturing world.

Elevate Your Manufacturing Career

The future of manufacturing beckons. Equip yourself with the skills, insights, and certifications to excel in this dynamic sector.

Why choose the Step Up for Women Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program?

West Virginia Women Work has 20 years of experience training women for nontraditional jobs.
We work with our graduates until they find employment. We won’t give up on you.
Our program doesn’t require you to go into debt. Through funding and scholarships, tuition is free.
The average pay for an entry-level manufacturing position is between $16 – $20 an hour.

How does Step Up for Women Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program prepare women for this nontraditional career?

Hands-on training:
Learn the basics of high-tech (CNC) machines to make products used in medical, aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, and extraction industries, students will manually machine projects on mills & lathes, learn to read blueprints, learn to measure and inspect products, and hand creates industrial components. Students will learn by doing instead of just watching.
Career Readiness:
Students will learn essential skills needed to prepare for, find, and keep a job including; resume writing, interviewing, job hunting techniques, effective communication, budgeting & credit, and a basic math skill refresher.
Industry Overview:
Students will have the opportunity to meet with female role models in the manufacturing industry and visit employers. They will also take courses at ToolingU online that were specifically designed to introduce workers to advanced manufacturing concepts.

Step Up for Women Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program course length and dates

The program lasts 12 weeks. This allows you to begin your new nontraditional career as soon as possible. Classes will be held in the Spring and Fall.

For more information about our program, please visit our FAQ page or email: info@wvwomenwork.org.

*Step Up for Women Advanced Manufacturing is funded through Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center’s Apprenticeship Works initiative. Apprenticeship Works is fully funded through a $4,500,000 U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration grant.