SCC Offers Free South Carolina Manufacturing Certification Program
May 6, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – May 6, 2014 – Spartanburg Community College’s Corporate & Community Education Division (SCC CCE) is holding information sessions for a five-week South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) program that will be offered this June, July & September. The SCMC training provides the essential skills for high-demand jobs in advanced manufacturing. Thanks to funding from the South Carolina General Assembly, this training is free for qualified individuals.
SCMC is an entry-level advanced manufacturing certification that consists of 200 hours of state-funded training comprised of three core certificate programs plus 40 hours of hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs. The certifications include: MSSC Certified Production Technician, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt and OSHA 10 – General Industry. Timken, BMW Manufacturing Company, Michelin, and Hamrick Mills served as advisors during the curriculum development, and the SCMC training offered by SCC CCE is endorsed by Spartanburg Steel Products, Duer Carolina Coil, Leigh Fibers, Venture Measurement Company and Inman Mills.
Ideal candidates for the program include unemployed, underemployed or veterans looking to start a career in advanced manufacturing. Applicants must successfully complete a drug screen and background check, score silver or better on the WorkKeys test, provide documentation of at least a high school diploma or GED, and show a commitment towards completing the program.
“The South Carolina Manufacturing Certification is designed to address the skills gap in our state and increase employment rates in our area,” said Mike Forrester, SCC executive assistant to the president and director of economic development. “There are excellent jobs available with local companies seeking individuals with these qualifications, and these companies offer competitive wages and benefits as well as safe, state-of-the-art working environments.
SCC CCE will be offering SCMC information sessions at the following locations –
- Spartanburg central campus, Tracy K. Gaines Auditorium – May 8, 10-11am
- Union County Advanced Technology Center – May 19, 11am-12:30pm, & 4-5:30pm
- SCC Tyger River Campus, BMW Center, Room 311 – June 16, 11am-12:30pm &June 17, 3 – 4:30pm
- SCC Cherokee County Campus, L. Hoke Parris Business Center, Room 209A – August 11, 11am-12:30pm & August 12, 11am-12:30pm
Interested individuals can register to attend online at www.gonetoclass.com/scmc or call864-592-4900 for more information.
About Spartanburg Community College.
Named one of the fastest-growing colleges in the nation by Community College Week, SCC offers more than 100 academic program offerings including associate degrees, diplomas and certificates, plus University Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges and universities. SCC provides flexible class scheduling including day, evening, weekend classes with multiple start dates and more than 100 online classes through SCCOnline. Offering the lowest tuition in the region, convenient locations, and regional/national accreditations, SCC offers educational opportunities leading to high-growth, high-demand jobs. The SCC Corporate & Community Education Division provides job and career enhancement, workforce development and personal enrichment courses and training programs. For more information, visit www.sccsc.edu.
