The SVHEC is offering assessments and training for the Manufacturing Technician 1 (MT1) certification. Classes begin September 8th and run through October 9th. Veterans and their spouses, members of the National Guard, unemployed, under-employed, and dislocated workers are all encouraged to attend training. Training scholarships are available (Click here to download the application).

The MT1 certification is a portable, stackable industry credential that demonstrates to employers anywhere in the world that an individual has an understanding of modern manufacturing. MT1 training modules will cover 12 critical technical skills used in all manufacturing settings: Algebra, Measurement, Math for Quality, Statistical Process Controls, Spatial Reasoning, Mechanics, Fluid Power and Thermodynamics, Electricity, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes and Controls, Quality and Lean Manufacturing, Financial Literacy, and Business Acumen.

After completing the training modules, students must take the MT1 assessment, and earn passing scores on the Math and Measurement, Business Acumen and Quality, and Spatial Reasoning and Manufacturing Technology sections. The MT 1 certification has been endorsed by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). NAM is the largest manufacturing association in the United States representing manufacturers in every industrial sector in all 50 states.

"If an individual does not have a background in manufacturing, the MT1 certification lets employers know that they understand the industry and have the skills to be successful," said Deloris Jones, Workforce Services@SVHEC program coordinator. Jones went on to comment that manufacturing is making a come-back, and that credentials like the National Career Readiness Certificate and the MT1 credential are critical for increasing opportunities for successful employment. "Every day we're seeing evidence that manufacturing is coming back whether it's our state-wide and national elected officials allocating resources to manufacturing or a company expanding or moving to southern Virginia. When you have credentials like the MT1 or NCRC, you become a front runner in finding employment with those companies," Jones stated.

For more information about the MT1 certification training program, to register for training, or to apply for a training scholarship, contact Deloris Jones, project coordinator, at 434-572-5593, toll free 1-800-283-0098 ext 5593, or email delorisjones@svhec.org. Individuals may register for training by completing an application or by registering online http://registration.svhed.org.

 

from SVHED.org