June 2020
Virtual Info Session – Fabrication and Welding Technician
The welding industry will face a shortage of about 400,000 welders by 2024, according to the American Welding Society, and many companies are realizing they need to train their own skilled fabricators and welders. The ICATT Apprenticeship Program is exploring this opportunity with a “Fabrication and Welding Technician” apprenticeship. Join our webinar and learn how this apprenticeship can help to close the skills gap in your company. In addition to an overview of the ICATT apprenticeship program, Richland College will present their welding curriculum and Mason Manufacturing will…
Find out more »July 2020
Virtual Train the Trainer
We would like to invite you to the first virtual Train the Trainer! Our popular course is now available for anyone, anywhere. The course is designed to help trainers plan and conduct training more effectively, providing both theoretical and practical tools to anyone who regularly trains others. The virtual Train the Trainer course includes a combination of live instructor-led training modules and self-guided training modules, allowing participation from home or work. Participants will learn much of the theoretical content through…
Find out more »August 2020
Virtual Cluster Roundtable
ICATT Network Companies and Colleges will discuss ways to motivate apprentices and learn about the advantages of keeping a logbook. Please register here!
Find out more »September 2020
Virtual Train-the-Trainer Seminar
The course is designed to help trainers plan and conduct training more effectively, providing both theoretical and practical tools to anyone who regularly trains others. The live sessions are every Monday and Thursday from 2-4 pm CST for 4 weeks (September 14 to October 8, 2020)
Find out more »Virtual Info Session – ICATT Apprenticeship Program
To learn more about the ICATT Apprenticeship Program, tune into this free webinar! Teachers, parents, prospective applicants and everyone else are invited to join. Applicant Outreach Coordinator Lee Wickham will cover the program details, how to apply, and answer questions from the audience. We will be holding virtual info sessions like this on a regular basis until we can safely meet you in person again. As an ICATT Apprentice, you will: Earn an Associate Degree, paid for in-full by your employer…
Find out more »Future Institute Virtual Info Session – ICATT Apprenticeship Program
This session is for Future Institute High School seniors to learn more about the ICATT Apprenticeship Program and advanced manufacturing. Teachers, parents, prospective applicants and everyone else are invited to join. Applicant Outreach Coordinator Lee Wickham will cover the program details and how to apply. This session will provide an overview of the program and answer any questions you may have as you consider this program. As an ICATT Apprentice, you will: Earn an associate degree, paid for in-full by your…
Find out more »Virtual Open House – ICATT Apprenticeship Program at Oakton College
What is college like for an ICATT Apprentice? What is unique about the apprentice experience at each ICATT Network company? These questions and more will be answered as the ICATT Apprenticeship Program and Oakton College open their doors--virtually--to all prospective ICATT Apprentices via webinar. It is also a chance to hear directly from our network companies who are hiring and facilitate contact with prospective apprentices. There will be brief presentations on the topics below and plenty of time for questions…
Find out more »October 2020
Scot Forge Mfg. Day Breakfast
Scot Forge is hosting a virtual MFG Day event where students can learn about our culture, industries we serve and the products we make as well as learn more about opportunities for them here at Scot Forge! We invite you and your students to attend our event on Friday, October 2nd, 2020 at 9:00am-10:00am. The agenda is: Learn About Scot Forge Explore the High School Student Learner Program Hear Justin Klages’ story of how he started as a Student…
Find out more »Virtual Info Session – ICATT Apprenticeship Program
To learn more about the ICATT Apprenticeship Program, tune into this free webinar! Teachers, parents, prospective applicants and everyone else are invited to join. Applicant Outreach Coordinator Lee Wickham will cover the program details, how to apply, and answer questions from the audience. We will be holding virtual info sessions like this on a regular basis until we can safely meet you in person again. As an ICATT Apprentice, you will: Earn an Associate Degree, paid for in-full by your employer…
Find out more »Panel Discussion: Apprenticeships as a Workforce Development Tool
A panel discussion on apprenticeships as a reliable workforce development tool. Featuring industry insights from the Illinois Manufacturers Association and personal experiences from four manufacturing companies. Our Panelists Jim Nelson, Vice President of Education and Workforce Policy with the Illinois Manufacturer Association Tony Velotta, Organizational Development Leader at Scot Forge Verena Walther, Senior HR-Generalist at Buhler INC. Chris Hunt, Technical Trainer at Brose North America and Jason Wasikowski, Training Manager at Mauser Packaging will share the reasons of starting an…
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