MCALLEN, Texas - A recognized leader in apprenticeship programs, South Texas College recently welcomed local and statewide industry and educational partners for its 2nd Annual Apprenticeship Summit.
STC has 32 apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs that are either federally approved or under development. Administered by STC’s Center of Advanced Training and Apprenticeships, the programs range from computer network specialist, industrial maintenance mechanic and machinist to professional brewer, and hotel associate. STC’s newest apprenticeship program and the only one of its kind in the nation is its registered nurse apprenticeship.
The college has more than 430 students enrolled in apprentice or pre-apprenticeship programs and has received more than $2.4 million in apprenticeship grants from the Texas Workforce Commission and the Economic Development Administration.
STC President Ricardo J. Solis, gave the opening remarks at the summit. He spoke about how STC has to be nimble and ready to respond to the changing needs of industry.
“This annual summit gives us the chance to showcase these robust programs and share best practices on how we customize our training, how we pivot to meet industry needs and how we continue to develop programs using the latest, most advanced technologies,” Solis said. “This summit really is a testament to the interest our industry and educational partners have in utilizing and learning what apprenticeships offer.”
Here is a video recording of Solis’ remarks at the summit:
https://youtu.be/sZgEjw2Tv5A
