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IPC Secures Funding for National Apprenticeship Program
July 15, 2024 | IPCEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
IPC announces that it has received funding from Jobs for the Future (JFF) to support registration for its esteemed national apprenticeship program.
This funding opportunity, available until August 31, 2024, offers aspiring professionals the chance to enhance their careers through comprehensive technical training. The funds can be applied to cover all or part of the Related Technical Instruction (RTI) for several high-demand occupations, including:
- Electronics Assembler (51-2011.00)
- PCB Fabricator (17-3023.00)
- Wire Harness Fabricator (51-2092.00)
- PCB Design Engineer (17-3012.00)
Victoria Hawkins, director of workforce grants and proposals at IPC, expressed enthusiasm about the funding. “We are thrilled to provide this opportunity to individuals seeking to advance their skills in the electronics industry. This funding will make a significant impact on their professional growth,” Hawkins stated.
Interested candidates are encouraged to act swiftly to take advantage of this limited-time funding. For more information and to apply, please contact Victoria Hawkins at VictoriaHawkins@ipc.org.
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