Precision Plus Receives Wisconsin Fast Forward Grant Towards Their Next Generation of CNC Machinists in Walworth County Project
Next Generation of CNC Machinists in Walworth County Project Grant
Referred to as the “Blueprint for Prosperity,” Wisconsin’s 2013 Special Session AB2 initiative was signed into law to provide millions of dollars in additional funding to expand the Department of Workforce Development’s (DWD) Wisconsin Fast Forward Program. On March 28, 2014, the DWD announced the grant recipients that will address high school pupil training, as authorized by the legislation.
The Office of Skills Development of Wisconsin’s DWD sought applications from Wisconsin businesses in collaboration with school districts, educational partners and/or technical colleges to train and hire high school pupils. Successful graduates of the program should receive employment opportunities in recognized high-demand fields with industry-recognized certifications.
On March 28, 2014, the DWS published the following proclamation:
DWD intends to award Precision Plus.in Elkhorn a grant of $10,379 for their Next Generation of CNC Machinists in Walworth County project to train 8 high school students for careers as CNC Machinists. Successful trainees will receive National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certification. Pupils who successfully complete the program will be provided placement opportunities at Precision Plus
Precision Plus looks forward to implementing the necessary steps to roll this project out.
For more information about this program, please contact Barry Butters, Director of Education at 844.743.1700 or by email.
Read the complete press release here.
