Connectivity and career pathways were themes
of NCC’s NAW webinar
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New Century Careers marked the U.S. Department of Labor’s National Apprenticeship Week November 15-21 hosting a webinar on November 17 entitled “Apprenticeship Advantages for Individuals and Employers: A Conversation with Industry Leaders.” Webinar discussants were John Tkach, executive director, Keystone Development Partnership; Mara Peduto, consultant, Workforce Development, Catalyst Connection; and Neil Ashbaugh, NCC president and CEO. Stephen Catt, Ed.D., president, Workforce K2Gray, was the moderator.
Connectivity and pathways were common themes. The panel members collaborate on a number of programs and described how each of their organizations connect individuals -- from high school through employment -- to training completion often in months not years.
Each stressed the accessibility and affordability of apprenticeships – some tuition free -- with abundant local resources to promote success for those in search of stable, fulfilling jobs with advancement potential and opportunity to earn coveted industry credentials employers seek.
Panelists said programs are developed through extensive employer listening sessions, plant visits and industry standard adherence, matching current workforce needs. Within program parameters are options for some customization as well. Seven regional group sponsorships bring together companies unable to establish their own apprenticeships. Panelists also pointed out that non-traditional apprenticeships link professionals such as accountants, engineers and others to those positions within the manufacturing sector.
For information about NCC's robotics technician apprenticeship, click here.
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Dransart elected NCC Board Treasurer |
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John Dransart, controller, Penn State Tool & Die Corporation, Mt. Pleasant, has been elected treasurer of the New Century Careers Board of Directors. He has served on the board for 10 years and is a member of the board's Audit and Financial Sustainability Committee.
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NCC progress in workforce development
due to your ongoing support
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Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA’s Lunch & Learn |
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Date: December 3, 2021
Time: 12 PM - 4 PM
Where: Commonwealth Charter Academy
Cost: FREE for members, $25 for nonmembers
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No matter the size of the company, businesses need to start taking steps towards an inclusive work environment. With support from Catalyst Connection, attendees will explore more about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and some simple steps businesses can take. Daniel Craig, of Frost Brown Todd LLC, the Pittsburgh Chapter's legal counsel, will review the legalities of policies and business decisions as they relate to DEI.
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NCC is your training hub! Classes now enrolling! |
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Registration is now open for New Century Careers’ tuition-free Machinist Training Program, MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K). Classes are FREE to qualified students and are offered at two locations:
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Pittsburgh (South Side) - Daylight and Evening Classes - Next class starts January 10, 2022.
- Eastern Westmoreland CTC, Latrobe - Evening Classes- Enrolling now!
Call 412-258-6620 (option 4) to learn more. Online applications are now available here.
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NCC welcomes tours to promote training enrollment |
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New Century Careers welcomes community groups interested in its training programs. Touring the Anselmo Training Innovation Center this month include: Remake Learning, Amachi Pittsburgh, Careerlink - Veteran Services, ARM Institute (pictured) and Community Empowerment Association. To experience in person what NCC training has to offer, contact Patrick Bendel, 412-258-6668.
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BotsIQ shadowing program introduces career options |
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This fall, BotsIQ connected regional students with local manufacturers. Starting in October, over 170 students from 15 local high schools have attended tours at local manufacturing companies, including 78 who participated in mini-job shadowing experiences. Only 10% of students reported previously taking a tour of a manufacturing company and 23% had spoken with an industry professional about their career.
BotsIQ will continue to offer facility tours and job shadowing opportunities to students throughout the school year. If your company is interested in connecting with the future of manufacturing, please contact Maria Campieri.
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If you are a manufacturing company in need of machinists, contact New Century Careers at 412-258-6620. |
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Ways to Support New Century Careers! |
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The best way to help is by making a donation.
Visit our site to learn about the many ways that you can support New Century Careers!
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Please choose New Century Careers here
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NCC's designee code is 1461264.
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New Century Careers (NCC)
305 East Carson Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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New Century Careers is a nonprofit manufacturer and technical skills development organization serving the Southwestern PA community through inclusive access to technical training opportunities while helping employers find and develop technicians seeking purpose, passion and success in the workplace.
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