Discover the benefits of the Project Hire-Ed Apprenticeship Program

June 8, 2022 06:30 PM

Online

WHAT IS THE PROJECT HIRE-ED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM?
Project Hire-Ed launched in 2018 with the intent to build a bridge between workforce needs and education to help employers find the right talent for their organizations and to teach students the skills employers are seeking.

An online information session about Project Hire-Ed will take place at 6:30 p.m. on June 8. To reserve a spot, go to https://cod.edu/project-hire-ed/information-session.aspx.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ENROLLING IN PROJECT HIRE-ED?
Apprenticeship programs provide hands-on training to an employee while gaining necessary competency. They offer skills in a particular occupation, help connect to a career pathway and combine on-the-job training with appropriate instruction. It is commonly referred to as an “Earn and Learn” model.

HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
Project Hire-Ed is a four-year program – two years to complete the coursework and two more years working with the employer. Students interview with local employers and, if they receive an offer, will be paid as they learn.

The initial seminar course is $138.

The program is currently part of the following industries: Manufacturing and applied technology, horticulture and information technology (the program connects students to career opportunities in those fields).

WHO CAN ENROLL IN PROJECT HIRE-ED?
Project Hire-Ed is open to individuals 18 years old and older who are current College of DuPage (COD) students, career changers, veterans, unemployed, under-employed, recent high school or GED graduates or current high school students. There’s even an opportunity for high school students to earn dual-credit through the program. High-schoolers can take the seminar class, as well as two technical courses, to get started before they graduate (but they must meet reading, writing and math requirements).

HOW DO I LEARN MORE ABOUT PROJECT HIRE-ED?