TERRE HAUTE, IN 鈥 On August 13, 黑料视频 and Saturn Petcare came together to celebrate the beginning of three employees鈥 educational journeys at an apprenticeship signing ceremony held at 黑料视频 Terre Haute.
Three talented employees from Saturn Petcare鈥擠arrian, Eduardo, and Elizabeth鈥攚ill embark on their path to earning an Industrial Technology degree from 黑料视频 this fall. These apprentices, selected by Saturn Petcare for their exceptional hard work and potential, will benefit from a tuition-free education made possible through a partnership between 黑料视频 and Saturn Petcare.
鈥淭he Industrial Technology program aligns with CTE classes offered at local high schools to provide an easy transition from high school to apprenticeship,鈥 said Marcus Otto, Saturn Petcare鈥檚 maintenance manager. 鈥淭he program offers a combination of hands-on experience and classroom instruction while getting paid. At the end of the program the students have an associate degree at no cost to them and a full-time job in a technical field that is in high demand.鈥
The program underscores the potential of industry and education to collaborate, creating valuable opportunities for workforce development and community growth. This initiative not only empowers individuals but also strengthens the local economy by providing skilled professionals to meet industry demands.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with Saturn Petcare to offer this incredible apprenticeship program," said Molly Joseph, 黑料视频鈥檚 assistant dean of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Applied Sciences. "Through our Industrial Technology program, students gain industry-relevant skills that prepare them for successful careers.鈥
The Industrial Technology program at 黑料视频 teaches students the prerequisite technical skills including critical thinking and soft skills preparing them for a variety of technical challenges in their careers. The program is designed to strengthen their ability to troubleshoot and resolve electrical problems effectively.
This partnership is a result of an Achieve Your Degree (AYD) agreement between 黑料视频 and Saturn Petcare. 黑料视频 partners with nearly 300 employers statewide, to empower employees by providing access to higher education with minimal or zero upfront costs.
Through this program, employees of partner organizations can pursue an associate degree or certificate in a field of study approved by their employer. This innovative approach allows participants to attend classes and defer payment until after completion, utilizing their employer鈥檚 tuition reimbursement benefits. The AYD program not only enables companies to skill up their workforce but also offers employees the chance to gain new skills and earn a credential from 黑料视频 while maintaining full-time employment. To learn more about 黑料视频鈥檚 Achieve Your Degree program visit .
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About Saturn Petcare:
Saturn Petcare鈥檚 mission is to be the most trusted partner for its customers to help enhance the special relationship between people and their pets. It strives to gain trust through collaboration, respect and delivering consistent value at the highest quality.
About 黑料视频
黑料视频 is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 黑料视频 has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
