Get into Energy Career Pathways: (GIECP)

The Gaston County Workforce Development Board introduces a new energy career pathway, Nuclear Power Plant Operator/Technician Program.  Classes will be offered at Gaston College.  Attainment of an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science in Nuclear Energy Technology upon successful completion of courses.  Possible internship/co-op with Duke Energy.

Requirements are as follows:

Age 16-26

GED/ADHS/High school diploma

No Felony Convictions

Must meet income eligibility

Valid NC drivers license

Drug/Alcohol Free

If interested please contact a Career Coach:

Angela Carroll- 704-862-7933

Frances Duncan-704-862-6695

The Gaston Workforce Development Board will hold an orientation session on November 4, 2011 on the Incumbent Worker Development Program - 2011/2012 and how to successfully apply for a training grant through our Board.  This will cover the policies; necessary paperwork and an experienced panel of business people will present that have applied for and won a training grant for their current workforce.

All businesses that plan to apply for the Winter Round are required to attend this session.  The next local deadline for applications is 5PM on December 30.  If your business has applied previously, and plans to apply again, this orientation is still required due to policy changes just released.

Individuals who should attend:
Business Owners
Training Managers
Human Resource Managers
Accounting Managers and
Other Business Leadership involved in the application process.
 
Friday –November 4, 2011 from 9AM-11AM
Gaston County Human Services Building Auditorium
330 North Marietta Street
Gastonia NC 28052
 
 
Take advantage of these training dollars to develop your workforce and increase your business opportunities.
 For reservations or additional information, please contact me at 704-862-7867 or pbailey@co.gaston.nc.us
Reservations are required by 5pm Wednesday, November 2.