Skills for Success

Today was a great day at the ACCA Conference! Our Chief of Operations and Directors of the ACCS Innovation Center led an impactful session that covered exciting updates on our latest initiatives, including how close partnerships with local community colleges are driving the success of the Skills for Success program. They also touched on what is to come from the Nursing Support Technician course, a new development on the rise. We’re proud to be shaping the future of workforce in Alabama! Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #icskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #MakeLifeBetterAL

?? Partnering for Workforce Success! ?? We recently partnered with The East Alabama Rural Innovation and Training Hub (EARTH) to provide Skills for Success excavator training as part of our ongoing commitment to workforce development. ?? This hands-on training initiative provides participants with crucial skills to meet the demands of the local construction industry. We're dedicated to equipping our community members with the tools they need for a successful career. Thank you to EARTH for partnering with us to provide impactful opportunities for our community! #SkillsForSuccess #Excavator #Training #CACC #EARTH #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityPartnership?

Skills for Success provides individuals with a pathway to gain rapid, no-cost, hands-on training in a variety of in demand career fields. Whether you choose to continue your education or step directly into a rewarding career, Skills for Success courses serve as the first step toward building a brighter future! Tune in to the latest episode of Innovation Unplugged to explore the different populations served by Central Alabama Community College, as they provide a range of credit and noncredit programs, along with Skills for Success courses! Watch and listen to EP41 today: https://lnkd.in/gZsKxBjr Central Alabama Community College Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #ICskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #makelifebetteral

Did you catch this week’s episode of Innovation Unplugged yet? Join podcast hosts Brandi Merrill and Julie Frizzell as they dive into a conversation centered around workforce development with the Dean of Workforce Development at Central Alabama Community College in Episode 41, “Industry Driven: Training for the Community with Micheal Barnette”! Explore the workforce initiatives that CACC is leading in their community as they are providing training for incumbent workers and high school students. Also, learn about their partnership with Dovetail Landing as they work together to provide training for Alabama Veterans! This episode gives you an insight into how workforce development is evolving to meet the demands of the community and today’s workforce and economy. Discover how industry-driven programs are setting the stage for work! You can listen to Episode 41 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube! Spotify:https://lnkd.in/eBxgtmda H Apple Podcasts:https://lnkd.in/g-2v-3JP... YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gZsKxBjr Central Alabama Community College Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #ICskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #makelifebetteral

Behind every light switch and every outlet is the hard work of an Electrical Helper! Electrical Helpers play a key role in the installation of electrical systems and have the potential to advance in their career and earn great pay. Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #ICskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #makelifebetteral

LBW Community College is a busy place! Great start for our next CDL A cohort! Thankful for partnerships that continue to work for the betterment of employees and companies! Thankful for our K-12 partners that see the benefits of experiential learning that creates another level of awareness and starts the exploration process! Skills for Success CDL A, Heavy Equipment, and Electrical. The benefits of these partnerships and trainings will go far beyond today! #community #skilldevelopment #heavyequipment #electrical #ACCSinnovationcenter LBW Community College Alabama Community College System Wiregrass Construction Company Covington County Economic Development Commission ANDALUSIA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE City of Andalusia NCCER USDA Forest Service

Episode 41, “Industry Driven: Training for the Community with Michael Barnette” is now LIVE! Tune in today to listen to a conversation centered around workforce development with the Dean of Workforce Development at Central Alabama Community College! In this episode, Michael shares his years of experience in the field to how he now leads workforce initiatives at CACC. From helping incumbent workers upgrade their skills to supporting high school students and Alabama Veterans in partnership with Dovetail Landing, CACC is paving the way for a stronger, more skilled workforce in their community. Whether you're an educator, industry leader, or passionate about empowering communities, this episode will inspire you to rethink the collaborative efforts driving lasting change. Episode 41 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube! Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gqJPxcbk Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g-2v-3JP... YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gZsKxBjr Central Alabama Community College Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #ICskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #makelifebetteral

Congratulations to our Wallace Community College Lineworker students for completing the Skills for Success Fiber Optic training. All of the skills they learned this week in fusion splicing, mechanical terminations, testing, troubleshooting, etc. will serve them well as they enter the utility sector after graduation. Alabama Community College System Jennifer Hall Barry May Keith Phillips

We’ve got a new episode of Innovation Unplugged coming to you next week! In Episode 41, “Industry Driven: Training for the Community with Michael Barnette”, podcast hosts Brandi Merrill and Julie Frizzell speak with the Dean of Workforce Development at Central Alabama Community College. Michael shares his years of experience to now as he leads workforce initiatives that serve a wide region. Discover the industry-driven training programs that are available through CACC as they offer training to upgrade incumbent workers, high school students, and Alabama Veterans with Dovetail Landing. You don’t want to miss this conversation! Episode 41 will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube on Monday! Make plans to tune in to explore how workforce development is shaping the future of work! Central Alabama Community College Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #ICskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #makelifebetteral

Last week, the pilot for the Skills for Success Barista course concluded, bringing us one step closer to offering this valuable training statewide! This course is perfect for individuals looking to learn how to craft perfect coffee drinks, master espresso machines, and provide excellent customer service as a skilled barista! Thank you to Lawson State Community College for hosting the lab and to Santos Coffee for opening their shop to make this training possible! Stay tuned for more updates and be ready to sign up for this rapid, no-cost Barista training when it becomes available! Alabama Community College System #ACCSinnovationcenter #icskillsforsuccess #ALrapidworkforcetraining #ACCSuccess #MakeLifeBetterAL