IMT Pre-Apprenticeship Opens at Keystone Central Career and Technology Center

Keystone Central Career and Technology Center (KC CTC) is pleased to announce that they  have been awarded an Industrial Manufacturing Technician (IMT) Pre-Apprenticeship offering through its Agriculture Mechanics program. The IMT role involves operating production equipment while closely following guidelines, blueprints, and diagrams to ensure the accuracy of the products being produced based on the company’s standards. 

The IMT Pre-Apprenticeship allows high school students to begin a pathway to a career in manufacturing.  Students will leave the program with a certificate from the Department of Labor and Industry that can lead to a rewarding career in the field of Industrial Maintenance.  The pre-apprenticeship program meets industry standards within the industrial manufacturing sector of industry while allowing students to take their knowledge to higher levels by using their certificate to reduce the amount of time spent in industry to achieve a full registered apprenticeship.  

Under the instruction of Mr. Paul Bohnert, this school year will see the first group of students graduate from this innovative program.  

Key Benefits for Students:

• The program offers stackable credentials that are a foundation for multiple career pathways
• Graduates receive industry-recognized credentials, enhancing their employability not only locally but also on a national scale
• Students have the opportunity to earn a living wage while learning new skills and credentials that will help them succeed in a high-demand career.
• Learning the core skills required in advanced manufacturing, which enables them to make a valuable contribution at work, while also preparing them for career advancement opportunities in the manufacturing industry.
• IMT apprenticeships build strong basic and academic skills students can use to continue their education and pursue a degree.
• Starting with an entry-level occupation that can develop manufacturing skills to serve as a foundation for their career
• Career exploration activities with local manufacturing companies, offering students first-hand insights into the industry
• Career coaching is provided to assist in starting a career in manufacturing

As the first group of students prepare to embark on this program, KC CTC reaffirms its commitment to fostering a skilled workforce and creating pathways for students in the ever changing world of industrial manufacturing.