Step Up Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Location: 501 19th Street Dunbar, WV 25064
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 powerful combination of hands-on training, essential job skills, and industry-recognized certifications.
Why Choose Our Program?
Fully Funded Training: Thanks to the generous support of our donors, grants, and scholarships, we offer this program entirely free to all participants, making it accessible to those ready to advance their careers.
Department of Labor Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program: Gain the skills and credentials to succeed in a growing industry.
Industry-Recognized Certifications: Stand out in the manufacturing sector with an impressive array of certifications:
- OSHA 10 Certification: Learn and apply safety best practices in all manufacturing settings.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification: Be prepared to respond effectively in critical situations.
- Forklift Certification: Gain the confidence and skills to safely operate in warehouse environments.
- CNC Machine Operator Certification: Master computer-aided manufacturing processes for cutting-edge production.
- WVWW Certificate of Completion: Validate your expertise in advanced manufacturing and essential job skills.
Hands-On Training with Cutting-Edge Equipment: In partnership with the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center, participants train on state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, gaining real-world experience in modern facilities.
Expert Content from Tooling-U: Stay ahead of industry trends with access to the latest training materials and techniques from Tooling-U.
Comprehensive Skill Development: Beyond technical expertise, we emphasize the importance of critical workplace skills such as communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to prepare you for success in any professional setting.
Safety Culture: Develop a strong foundation in safety practices, with a focus on understanding and implementing industry standards to ensure a secure work environment.
Shop Math Mastery: Strengthen your analytical and problem-solving abilities with specialized training in shop math for the calculations needed in manufacturing.
Elevate Your Manufacturing Career
The future of manufacturing is full of opportunities. Equip yourself with the skills, certifications, and hands-on experience needed to thrive in this dynamic sector.
- West Virginia Women Work has 20 years of experience training folks 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.
- 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 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.
The program lasts 10 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 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.
