Derby Public Schools Offering Manufacturing Technology Program

Press release from Derby Public Schools:

Jan. 25, 2021

Derby Public Schools has partnered with The WorkPlace and Housatonic Community College to offer HCC's Advanced Manufacturing Technology Certificate Program, tuition free to eligible individuals in our community interested in a career in Advanced Manufacturing. Classes will be taught at our new state of the art HCC Advanced Manufacturing Technology Lab located at Derby High School during non regular school hours/days.

We are reaching out now to survey interest from members of our community who may be interested in pursuing a career in Advanced Manufacturing.

Click here to complete a brief survey

FAST FACTS:

• Connecticut’s 4,755 manufacturers employ more than 162,000 people
• Students can expect to earn $35,000-$40,000 per year to start, including overtime.
• There are a significant number of manufacturing jobs in the southwestern quarter of the state.
• Financial support eligible
• Earn 34 college credits
• One-on-one support
• Possible internships

Have a great day!

Sincerely,

Dr. Matthew J. Conway, Jr.

Superintendent of Schools

This press release was produced by Derby Public Schools. The views expressed here are the author's own.