Lawson State Community College - The Office of Workforce Development

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It's Spring Break week for our students. But the weekly dose of #MondayMotivation doesn't stop! #motivationalmonday #inspire #workforcedevelopment

?? Celebrating the Future of Line Work! ?? On March 18, 2025, Lawson State Community College held a completion ceremony and reception to honor the incredible achievements of the latest graduates from the Line Workers Training Program. This fast-track program is a game-changer, equipping students with the skills and certifications needed to launch a rewarding career in the utility industry in just 10 weeks of full-time training. These dedicated graduates have earned: ? OSHA 10 Certification ? CPR Certification ? Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) ? Fiber Optics Certificate ? 300+ hours of hands-on Line Worker Training This program is made possible through the strong partnership between Lawson State Community College and Alabama Power Company. Together, we’re creating pathways to high-paying, in-demand careers while addressing the growing need for skilled line workers. To the graduates: Your hard work, determination, and commitment have paid off. You’re now ready to power communities and build a brighter future for yourselves and others. We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the industry! A huge thank you to everyone who supports this program—our partners, instructors, and the Lawson State team. Together, we’re transforming lives and strengthening the workforce. If you or someone you know is looking for a fast-track to a fulfilling career, check out the Lawson State Line Worker Program. The next opportunity could be yours! Contact Joshua Caton at 205-266-7202 or email [email protected] #LineWorkerProgram #LawsonStateCC #AlabamaPower #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerReady #SkilledTrades #Graduation2025 #PoweringTheFuture ??????

?? Celebrating Literacy and Community at Shades Mountain Elementary! ?? Last Friday, the Office of Workforce Development had the honor of closing out Read Across America Week at Shades Mountain Elementary School. It was a joy to see the excitement on the faces of the kindergarten and second-grade students as our Workforce Development Specialists, Joshua Caton and Tanisha Rankins, shared the magic of reading. Josh had the special privilege of reading?"Josh and the Flat Cows", a self-published book written by his father, Bill Caton. What made this even more meaningful? Several illustrations in the book were created by Josh himself when he was a student at Shades Mountain Elementary! It was a full-circle moment that highlighted the power of creativity, family, and lifelong learning. A huge thank you to the staff, teachers, and students at Shades Mountain Elementary for welcoming us with open arms. Initiatives like these remind us of the importance of fostering a love for reading early on and the role it plays in shaping future leaders, innovators, and dreamers. Let’s continue to invest in our communities and inspire the next generation! ??? #ReadAcrossAmerica #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #LiteracyMatters #Education #FullCircleMoments

Lawson State Community College is looking for great talent to fill available positions! Simply scan the QR code for more information! #employmentopportunities #mylawson #greattalentneeded

?? Exciting Opportunity Alert! ?? Join us at the?2025 Annual Career & Community Resource Fair?hosted by Lawson State Community College! ?? ???When:?Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 9 AM - 12 PM ???Where:?Bessemer Civic Center, 1130 Ninth Ave., SW, Bessemer, AL 35022 This is your chance to connect with over?50 companies and organizations?offering incredible career opportunities and resources. Whether you're looking to jumpstart your career, explore new paths, or gain valuable insights, this event is for you! Don’t forget to stop by the?Office of Workforce Development?table to learn about our exciting short-term programs designed to help you gain the skills you need to succeed in today’s job market. ?? ???Scan the QR code to register?or visit?Lawsonstate.edu?for more information. We can’t wait to see you there! Let’s build a brighter future together. ??? #CareerFair #WorkforceDevelopment #LawsonStateCC #CareerGrowth #CommunityResources #ShortTermPrograms #BessemerAL

Grab your dose of #MondayMotivation! Give it your all today and just see how great of tomorrow you have! #MotivationalMonday #workforcedevelopment #yourfutureisbright #mylawson

Workforce Development Outreach Specialist, Tanisha Rankins, read to the students of Westhills Elementary School on Tuesday for Read Across America Week! Reading is fundamental. So, it's always exciting when our team gets an opportunity to share the joy of reading with our youth. #readacrossamerica #readacrossamericaweek #WorkforceDevelopment

The Office of Workforce Development team continued to read to students of Bessemer & Birmingham schools this week for Read Across America week. Lawson State Community College (LSCC) Dean of Workforce Development and Career Technical Education, Grant Cockrell, along with Workforce Development Specialists, Joshua Caton and Tanisha Rankins read to Pre-K - 5th grade students on Wednesday & Thursday at Jonesboro Elementary School. The visits were coordinated by Dr. Tieshia M. Gibson-Collins, ED.D, Reading Coach - Jonesboro Elementary School #readacrossamericaweek #readacrossamerica #WorkforceDevelopment

The students in our Lineworker training program continue to build their physical fitness, strength, endurance and visual acuity this week, as they get closer to completion. In partnership with Alabama Power Company, the Lawson State Line Worker Program is a Fast-Track program consisting of 10 weeks of full-time training. The graduating students earned their OSHA 10 cards, CPR certification, CDL license, Fiber Optics Certificate, and 300+ hours of hands-on Line Worker Training. This program offers students an opportunity to begin an exciting career with great pay. For more information about our Line Worker program, contact Joshua Caton at (205) 266-7202 or email [email protected] . #WorkforceDevelopment #lineworkertraining #AlabamaPower #SouthernCompany