Northwest Technical Institute in Springdale recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and the opening of a new ammonia refrigeration and boiler training facility. The school opened in 1975 as Northwest Vo-Tech. The $3.5 million refrigeration facility is 19,800 square feet and …
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First-in-the-Nation Nursing School to Launch in Arkansas
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Health Care Association is launching its AHCA School of Nursing, which will support staffers to pursue a practical nurse license (LPN). It’s the first of its kind in the U.S. “We are proud to lead the nation with …
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Arkansas LAUNCH Connects Jobseekers with Employers
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffGov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has unveiled Arkansas LAUNCH, a free, skills-based platform designed to connect jobseekers with opportunities while helping employers find qualified workers efficiently. “Arkansas LAUNCH will connect employers and jobseekers, helping grow our workforce and empower Arkansans to …
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Lexicon Hosts Steel Day to Highlight Careers in Welding
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffLexicon recently hosted Steel Day in partnership with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the American Welding Society (AWS) at its Little Rock headquarters. The event provided students from 10 regional schools with hands-on experiences to explore careers …
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The Evolution of Joe College: Trade Schools, Technical Training Filling More Jobs in Arkansas
By Kenneth Heard & Dwain Hebda For years, anything earned less than a four-year college degree was viewed somewhat with disdain. Vocational and trade schools, internships, and other educational alternatives were not believed to be as impressive as the traditional …
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The Changing Landscape Of Higher Ed: Two-Year Colleges Help Provide Industries With What They Need
Years ago, technical schools were often viewed as secondary alternatives to traditional four-year universities. Those who earned two-year associate degrees or certificates to work in some manufacturing trade were thought of not having the discipline or educational prowess to earn …
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Goodwill to Open Training and Education Center in Little Rock
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffGoodwill Industries of Arkansas (GIA) is launching the Goodwill Training and Education Center (GTEC) in Little Rock to serve adults looking to earn their high school diploma or obtain industry-leading credentials and certifications. The unlocking ceremony will take place Dec. …
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Experienced Hand: State’s First Workforce Chief Brings Blue-Collar Approach
When talking business, Mike Rogers — the recently appointed first chief workforce officer for Arkansas — is apt to use terms and phrases like “incentivize,” “reverse engineering,” “synergy” and even “creating a portal of harmony where eHarmony meets Indeed.” Despite …