Congratulations, Cohort 2 of the Manufacturing Boot Camp

Pre-Apprenticeship Micro Credential Program!

By Apprenticeship Director Sommer Rabideau

In February, some 15 students received their Manufacturing Boot Camp micro credential after completing 100 hours of classroom instruction and two days of résumé writing and mock interviews Students also toured local manufacturers to gain insight into products, production, and career pathways.

Hands-on coursework covered technical writing, manufacturing safety, blueprint reading, measuring devices, hand tools, battery assembly, soldering, and shop-floor math, equipping students with real-world, job-ready skills.

Local employers attended the graduation ceremony for a final job fair, creating immediate connections to employment opportunities.

This workforce development initiative was made possible through a collaboration of partners, including the WDB's RADAR grant program, SUNY Oneonta, SUNY Broome, the SUNY Pre-Apprenticeship Program, CDO Workforce.

We are incredibly proud of this group and grateful to the partners who made this opportunity possible. We can’t wait to follow their success this spring!

Businesses: We have On-The-Job Training Funding

Questions? Contact Sommer Rabideau

Congratulations, Cohort 1 of the WDB's Mohawk Valley Build Pathways to Apprenticeship Grant Program!

By Apprenticeship Director Sommer Rabideau

In February, some 11 students graduated from the Mohawk Valley Build Pathways to Apprenticeship program.

This 12-week training program is designed for individuals interested in starting a career in the skilled building trades. Students had the opportunity to meet union representatives from nine trades who participated in the Pathways program. They earned nationally recognized credentials through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experiences. After learning about each trade, participants applied for an apprenticeship opportunity that matched their interests and career goals. 

Congratulations, participants!

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Questions? Contact Sommer Rabideau

Congratulations, Cohort 4 of the WDB's Custom Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program Training Held at

Fiber Instrument Sales

By Apprenticeship Director Sommer Rabideau

We are proud to celebrate the graduation of six participants from Cohort 4 of our Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program at Fiber Instrument Sales.

With this cohort’s completion, we have now served 37 employees over the past 18 months—strengthening skills, building career pathways, and investing directly in our workforce from within.

This initiative reflects what’s possible when employers are intentional about growing talent internally. Through hands-on training, structured learning, and mentorship, participants are gaining the tools they need to succeed in advanced manufacturing careers.

Congratulations, participants! We look forward to seeing your continued success!"

Interested in Joining the Laborers' Union?

Here are some certifications we can pay for:

• Flagger
• Aerial Platform/Boom Lift/ Scissor Operator
• Trench & Excavation
• Scaffold Safety
• OSHA
• Confined Space Awareness
• Rigger Signalman/Operator Safety

To learn more contact Sommer Rabideau

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The RADAR Grant is supported by the United States Department of Labor. A total of $2,999,993.00 (68.23%) of the program is financed with federal funds, and $1,397,000.00 (31.77%) is funded by non-federal sources. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.