Education
BY AUBREY HOWELL
HCC launches workforce connection, reconnect programs
Houston City College is working to provide oppor- tunities for high-demand fields with its Connect 2
Zooming out The college also launched its Houston Recon- nect Initiative, a scholarship program aimed at supporting students financially by paying tuition and fees for those who are interested in finishing their degree at HCC. The program is the first of its kind in the state of Texas, following efforts that were piloted in other markets, including Tennessee and Massachusetts, HCC Southwest College President Michael Webster said in an email. Eligible students must: • Be 25 years or older • Have earned a 2.5 GPA at HCC • Have earned 15 credit hours toward a credential of value or 25 hours toward an associate’s degree • Have been out of college between one and five years • Have no outstanding debt with HCC
“We are keenly aware of the needs of our region’s employers, and we are helping people on their path toward taking jobs that need to be filled.” MARGARET FORD FISHER, HOUSTON CITY COLLEGE CHANCELLOR
Workforce Program. What’s happening?
The program offers scholarships for dozens of short-term training tracks in construction, digital technology, health sciences, manufacturing and transportation, which can all be completed in less than 16 weeks, officials said. Following program completion, graduates may qualify for technician jobs in several fields including air conditioning, plumbing, electrocardiography, phlebotomy, patient care, welding, commercial truck drivers and data analysts. “Not everyone needs or wants a four-year degree,” said Daniel Dylla, HCC director of instruc- tional initiatives. “Right now, Houston needs skilled workers who can quickly step into roles where demand is high.”
Learn more
Connect 2 Workforce program More information is available at www.hccs.edu/connect2.
Houston Reconnect Initiative Meanwhile, students interested in the reconnect program should request information at hcc.reconnect@hccs.edu.
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