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Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2024: An Introduction to Mastering IPC Certifications With Blackfox
April 17, 2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Darin Pesola, master instructor for IPC certifications and sales manager at Blackfox, discusses the development of training materials for their training centers and online courses. Darin also emphasizes the challenging space addendum training course, which involves meticulous tasks and takes a week to complete. Upon finishing, students can demonstrate their acquired skills and move into the workforce.
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