Schuylkill Technology Center has been awarded a $242,052 state grant to expand hands-on training opportunities for students preparing for careers in Pennsylvania’s heavy highway industry.
The funding, provided through PennDOT’s Career and Technical Education grant program, was announced by state Reps. Tim Twardzik, JoAnne Stehr, Jamie Barton and Dane Watro, along with state Sen. Dave Argall.
Four Technical Programs Will Benefit
The grant will support expanded training for students enrolled in Schuylkill Technology Center’s:
- Diesel technology program.
- Outdoor power technology program.
- Automotive technology program.
- Auto collision technology program.
The funding will provide practical experience and skill development connected to the highway industry’s workforce needs.
Preparing Students for Highway Industry Careers
The heavy highway industry includes careers such as construction inspectors, mechanics, laborers, electricians, welders, painters, cost estimators and surveyors.
For Schuylkill Technology Center, the award will support additional opportunities for students to develop technical skills as they prepare to enter the workforce.
About PennDOT’s Career and Technical Education Grants
PennDOT administers the Career and Technical Education grant program in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The program helps educational institutions expand existing programs or develop new training opportunities that prepare students for in-demand jobs.