CareerTech taking lead on apprenticeships in Oklahoma
Oklahoma CareerTech is taking the lead in how Oklahoma makes apprenticeships work for both employers and employees.
CareerTech’s unique position in the state’s education landscape, its existing structure and its proven history in workforce development make CareerTech the best place to promote and grow apprenticeships in Oklahoma, said CareerTech State Director Brent Haken.
This leadership will include the implementation of U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in Oklahoma and also Oklahoma certified apprenticeship models that tie to other rigorous and focused work-based learning opportunities hosted by Oklahoma CareerTech.
“Apprenticeships are a highly effective way to connect education and careers, which is what makes Oklahoma CareerTech the ideal agency to take point on apprenticeship programs. The task is what the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education has done since its inception,” Haken said.
Read more on the Oklahoma CareerTech website.
Videos celebrate National Apprenticeship Week
Two new CareerTech videos are out for National Apprenticeship Week this week.
National Apprenticeship Week is a project of the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship. Across the United States, employers, organizations and educational institutions will host events to showcase registered apprenticeships.
“CareerTech Apprenticeship Spotlight: Precision Machining” showcases the value of apprenticeships through a partnership between Canadian Valley Technology Center’s precision machinists and Mustang-based Security Solutions. The relationship exemplifies the benefit to all parties in this symbiotic relationship in which skilled students are paired with a great employment opportunity.
“CareerTech Conversations: Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships” features a conversation with CareerTech Work-Based Learning Liaison Justin Siler and State Director Brent Haken about workforce training pathways offered by the CareerTech system.
Both videos are on the CareerTech YouTube channel.
Kiamichi Tech launches fiber optic training course
Kiamichi Technology Centers has launched a new training course to equip students to work in the telecommunications industry.
The first class in the five-day fiber optic boot camp included industry professionals and job seekers. They gained hands-on experience with industry equipment and learned important skills, including fiber splicing, fiber testing and installation techniques.
Read more on Kiamichi Tech’s website.
Presenters sought for counselors conference
The 21st annual For Counselors Only Conference has issued a call for proposals for presenters.
The conference will be March 27, 2025, at Tulsa Technology Center’s Owasso Campus. Registration for the conference will open Jan. 16, 2025. More information about the conference is available on the Oklahoma CareerTech website.
The submission deadline for proposals is Jan. 24, 2025.
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