advanced technology program a model of innovation & collaboration
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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
A MODEL OF INNOVATION & COLLABORATION
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THE VISION
Rep. Hubert price, Jr. Convinced the state legislature to support a pilot project at OCC to train welfare recipients in high skill areas
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STATE APPROPRIATIONS FOR TRAINING
95-96: $100,000 96-97: $150,000 97-98: $12,500,000
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PROGRAM GOALS
Gain full-time employment in high paying jobs Total self-sufficiency Pursue continuing education Skilled workforce Teaching companies about living wages &
barriers to work Enrich the college curriculum
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KEY COMPONENTS TO THE MODEL
Career opportunities Industry partnerships Community task force
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Criteria for CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Entry level wage of $20,000 + with comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for advancement Documented local labor demand Initial training can be completed in six
months
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PROGRAM TRAINING TRACKS
Information Technology• SYSTEMS
ADMINISTRATOR• PRODUCTIVITY
SOFTWARE• COBOL
PROGRAMMING Machine Tool Technology
• CNC• ROBOTIC ASSEMBLY
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INDUSTRY PARTNERS
EDS KELLY XEROX FANUC ROBOTICS DECO TECHNOLOGIES
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COMPANY RESPONSIBILITY
Advisory role Curriculum
development Corporate Culture
instruction Selection of trainees Job offers
Paid internships Manager Training On-the-job
mentoring Continued training Ambassador for
program
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GETTING THE RIGHT PEOPLE INVOLVED UP FRONT
Local Leader/Legislator
Workforce Development Board
Employer Partners Family Independence
Agency Faith Community Work First
Contractors
Child Care Agency Community Based
Organizations Support Service
Providers Community College or
local training provider
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Emergency Fund Applications
Suspended licenses Unpaid tickets Separation/divorce Evictions, rent, housing
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Privately Donated Emergency Funds
OCC Foundation Comerica Birmingham Women’s Club Howard and Howard Law Firm Other private sponsors
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Case Management - It’s the little extras that make the difference
Special Topics• American Express Financial Planning • Credit Counseling• Parenting and Immunization Workshops• The Ropes - Team building
Special Occasions - Fun for All! • Professional clothing drive • Toy drive for Christmas • Shop till you Drop
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TRAINING DESIGN:SOME OF THE DETAILS
What makes it work
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CURRICULUM COMPONENTS
Job specific technical skills• Computer, machining, robotics
Basic skills• Math, reading, research, and problem
solving Corporate culture Life skills
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GUIDING PRINCIPLES- Integrated Throughout
Communications skills Problem-solving strategies Team work Professionalism Work Habits Appropriate Attire Schedule structured like a work week
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PREP TRACK- Life skills and Basic Computer Literacy
Team Building & Gaining trust Master Student Franklin Planner Steven Covey’s 7 Habits of Effective
People Culture groundbreaking Keyboarding & Computer Literacy
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Technical Skills Track Computer applications Programming literacy Application development using
COBOL Computer Network Systems Writing and Communication Problem solving
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INTERNSHIP
24 hours/week Balances the challenge of the work
environment with the “safety” of the classroom
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Post -Training Transition
On-going coaching and Support Services• Employer and Case Managers
Lunch with mentors Follow-up Events• Reunions• Graduations• Financial Aid Workshops
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HOW DID WE DO?
76 of 82 completed training• 93% Retention
72 placed into full time jobs• 88% placement rate
Salaries: $18-25,000 85% Cash assistance cases closed After 1 year: raises, promotions,
returning to school
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WIN-WIN RESULTS:
Employers Employees
trained for specific jobs
Cost effective (tax credits)
Loyal employees
Community Skilled Workforce Generation
Impact: 100+ Reduced tax
supported public assistance
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KEYS TO SUCCESS
The will to succeed Strong economy Accurately identifying occupations in demand Employer commitment at all levels Community-based taskforce Trust between partners Holistic approach Strong communication links
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LESSONS LEARNED
Involve more than one company
Career development philosophy
Corporate Sponsor is a Partner & a Customer
Share successes Fight the
stereotype on both sides of the equation
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ADAPT:ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL!
Issues will be unique to each community
Occupational demand will differ Multiple employers vs. single employer Flexibility-open entry/open-exit format
based on competency attainment.