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NH Signing Day at ��Ƶ celebrates machining grads

Tina Forbes — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:40:59 +0000

Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp marks 3^rd graduation with industry, community partners

��Ƶ and SENEDIA – The Alliance for Defense Tech, Talent, and Innovation, hosted the Spring 2024 New Hampshire Signing Day event on March 29 for the New England Submarine Shipbuilding Partnership.

This event celebrated students who have or will be completing NCC’s Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp and connecting to careers in the New England submarine industrial base.

“The strength of our Naval force ultimately relies on a robust pipeline of skilled Machinists and other defense industry professionals who build, equip, modernize, and deploy a powerful fleet of submarines that are at the forefront of our national defense. "

Tim Fox, director of operations at SENEDIA.

“SENEDIA is proud to power the New England Submarine Shipbuilding Partnership and support workforce development efforts like this Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp program. Together, we are preparing people for good-paying careers, empowering our military, protecting our national security, and advancing a critical, $119 billion industry for New England,” said Fox.��

The Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp launched last spring, and has helped students from across Southern New Hampshire prepare for entry-level careers in defense manufacturing.

“Careers in defense manufacturing, in particular submarine shipbuilding, are essential to our national security,” said U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Scott Pappano, program executive officer for strategic submarines. “To continue to operate worldwide, our service members depend on the support the shipbuilding workforce and infrastructure industry provide. The men and women who serve within the Defense Industrial Base are the future of our Nation and will define where we go in the next decade, generation, and century. We’re grateful to ��Ƶ, SENEDIA, Granite State Manufacturing and all of the employers and manufacturers who contribute to growing the defense workforce of tomorrow.”

The 10-week program is free for students, thanks to the support from The New England Submarine Shipbuilding Partnership – powered by SENEDIA through their contract with the Department of Defense’s Innovation, Capability, and Modernization Office’s National Imperative for Industrial Skills initiative.

The boot camp also receives strong support from Granite State Manufacturing, which offers interviews to all students who complete the class.

“The NCC Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp embodies our commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation in the manufacturing industry. We are incredibly proud of all the graduates. Their hard work and dedication reflect the bright future of manufacturing.”

John Allard, CEO of Granite State Manufacturing

“This program gives students a start to their career in manufacturing,” said Jon Mason, the director of workforce development at ��Ƶ. “It is amazing to watch a student when the light goes on and they grasp the concept of the work. The staff, and especially the Manufacturing staff, are behind this program 110 percent and it shows.”

At the event, graduates from the 3^rd cohort received their certificates. Congratulations: Trevor Bouchard, Christopher Coconis, Ethan Colby, Yaritza Cruz, Aiden Hughes, Brian Liriano, Edgardo Lopez, Christian Padin, and Damien Valley.

Representatives from New Hampshire’s Federal Delegation attended as well, including staff from the offices of Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representative Annie Kuster, Senator Maggie Hassan sent a letter of support and Representative Chris Pappas provided a video message.

Vice Chancellor Chuck Lloyd from the Community College System of New Hampshire, and NCC’s Interim VP of Student and Community Affairs Barry Garside welcomed attendees and thanked the industry and community partners for their support.

Allison Joseph, Executive Director of MY TURN, Inc., praised the boot camp model for effectively connecting MY TURN, Inc. students with career opportunities, and for the alumni camaraderie, “The boot camps really gel together and support each other.”

Student speaker Christian Padin spoke about the satisfaction of the machining work, and what his new career trajectory has meant for him. “When I first got accepted into this program, I was homeless, and what I received here has been life changing – the support from the college, my class, and the community. I couldn’t dream of a more qualified team to teach us, we’ve gained a solid foundation.”

About the Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp

Students learn basic machining and basic CNC Mill and Lathe setup, operation, and programming. The training also includes an introduction to Mastercam, Solidworks and G and M Code programming.

A typical training day would begin with lectures and coursework at ��Ƶ, followed by shop floor training using CNC machines and related software.

While in the program, students get to tour local companies, and they are guaranteed an interview with Granite State Manufacturing and other local industry partners upon completion.��

There’s still time to sign up for the next Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp starting Monday, April 15 at ��Ƶ. To learn more or sign up, visit nashuacc.edu/precision-manufacturing-boot-camp.

NCC joins 30th Bellwether College Consortium Event

Tina Forbes — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:43:29 +0000

Community Colleges from across the country gathered to share best practices and innovations in education��

The Workforce Development team at ��Ƶ got the opportunity to present as a finalist in the 30th Annual Community College Futures Assembly (CCFA) hosted by the Bellwether College Consortium in San Antonio, Texas.

“It was an incredibly valuable experience because we had the chance to learn from all the other program presentations, and about the other colleges’ cultures and ideas,” said Jon Mason, Director of Workforce Development at ��Ƶ.

The Community College Futures Assembly issued a call for Bellwether Award and Legacy Award nominations in the summer of 2023, and 38 finalists were competitively chosen from a national applicant pool. Finalists represented 21 states and 34 community colleges at the 2024 event in February.��

Mason presented on NCC’s Microelectronics Boot Camp, a 10-week training that has had a 98 percent hiring rate for program grads since it launched in 2016. The Boot Camp was founded in partnership with BAE Systems, Inc., and Butch Locke, Strategic Operations Director at BAE Systems, Inc., provided the industry partner perspective on the program’s development, growth, and future sustainability.

“The event gave me a great perspective on how special the NCC boot camps are,” said Locke. In particular, he said NCC stood out for its student-centered presentation and strong industry, education, and community partner relationships. “The linkages NCC has with advocacy groups are changing lives.”��

The primary purpose of the event was to share best practices and innovations among community colleges, and Mason said everyone eagerly participated.

“All the discussions were open and welcoming, everyone was very positive. We walked away with a lot of information, and we’ve brought some great ideas back to campus. We’ve already started networking with one of the colleges the day after we got back,” said Mason, noting one of the participants from Hawaii has already been in touch. “They had a lot of information about promoting cultural acceptance – being aware of your environment and having a cultural awareness on campus.”

Overall, Mason said it was a “humbling experience” to hear about all the great work being done by the Bellwether finalists. “We’re a fairly small college compared to some of the other finalists, but we were well received and made great connections.” NCC currently has a student population of about 1,300, and some of the finalists had about 60,000. “We were like ‘The Little Engine that Could’.”

“��Ƶ is most proud to be recognized by Bellwether for its excellence in workforce development, moreover, it is the transformation of more than 300 lives through the Microelectronics Boot Camp – of which 75 were housing insecure – that brings the greatest honor to NCC,” said Lucille Jordan, President of NCC.

The NCC team congratulates the Bellwether Award Winners: Reading Area College, St. Louis Technical College, and Lakeshore Technical College.

About Bellwether College Consortium

The Community College Futures Assembly convenes annually as an independent national forum for innovators to work as a think tank. It identifies successful responses to critical issues facing the future of community colleges and hosts a national award competition among innovative colleges in the United States and its U.S. territories. The consortium is supported by Alamo Colleges District in San Antonio, TX.

Assembly co-sponsors include the National Council of Instructional Administrators, the National Council for State Directors of Community Colleges, and the National Council for Continuing Education and Training. Bellwether Finalists and Legacy Finalists presented their programs at the Assembly to an audience that included an independent panel of national experts. Consult the Bellwether College Consortium website for more information, , or email rmartinez1702@alamo.edu.

First class of student apprentices complete Medical Assistant Training at NCC

Tina Forbes — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 20:12:39 +0000

Graduates will fulfill a high need in the medical industry

NASHUA – The inaugural Medical Assistant Training class at ��Ƶ graduated February 8 with a 100% exam completion rate. The new training was made possible through a collaboration between NCC, Southern NH Health, and ApprenticeshipNH. A medical assistant is a health care professional who assists doctors in medical offices, clinics, and hospitals.

Congratulations Graduates: Lauren Burns, Meagan Dupras, Amanda Kerner, Kristen McGeown, Karen Rodgers, and Nyssa Ruiz

“You made a choice to invest in yourselves, to develop your skills and to contribute to a vital industry. This decision reflects your dedication, determination, and the pursuit of excellence that has brought you to this moment,” said NCC President Lucille Jordan, addressing students at graduation.

The 2-part class combines 8, 40-hour weeks of theory and hands-on lab learning at the college followed by 4 weeks of clinicals.

��“You have all pushed yourself outside your comfort zone, and I know you will continue to do so in your journey through allied health,” said Kim Eckenrode, Career and Technical Education Pathways Director at NCC.

The six graduates in the first class are all apprentices, with some already working in different roles within Southern NH Health before coming to this program.

“You are armed with knowledge, skills, and an unwavering determination to make a difference,” said Julie Tuttle-Varney, MSN, RN, AMB-BC, MS-BC Director Ambulatory Clinical Services with Southern NH Health at graduation. Tuttle-Varney said Medical Assistants help them provide excellent patient care, “Medical Assistants play a vital role in our ambulatory care workforce. They are the foundation of our clinical support staff, ensuring the efficient functioning of over 60 practices for our providers and community.”

By completing the training at NCC, the graduates have earned the credential of a Certified Medical Assistant. The graduates will now move on to the next phase of their apprenticeship with Southern NH Health.

Colin T. McHugh, President and CEO of Southern NH Health, welcomed graduates to the organization, “You have a lot of great opportunities in front of you.”

Bill Beaulieu of WorkReady NH addressed graduates, encouraging them to be lifelong learners. Beaulieu also presented a Team Leadership Award to graduate Karen Rogers.

During their training, students were compensated for their time through ApprenticeshipNH, a program that allows people to “earn as they learn.” Beyond medical training, ApprenticeshipNH offers paid, hands-on workforce training in a variety of industries. The overall apprenticeship process takes two-years, and students are paid by their employer throughout the apprenticeship.

Tracey Jackson, Hub Coordinator, ApprenticeshipNH, noted that this class experienced many “firsts.” “This is the first Medical Assistant program at NCC, and the first time working with Foundation Medical Partners. We started on campus with an empty room, and folks did an amazing job putting it all together.”

To apply to the next Medical Assistant Program with Foundation Medical Partners starting April 8, visit .

Questions about the hands-on work at NCC? Contact Kim Eckenrode at (603) 578-8979 or KEckenrode@ccsnh.edu.

About ��Ƶ
Since 1970, ��Ƶ has been successfully meeting the educational needs of Greater Nashua by delivering a high quality two-year, post-secondary education. The college partners closely with area industries that provide students with a unique perspective in their fields of study, allowing for a real-world experience to further their academic journey. Students can choose from a variety of associate degree, certificate, and career training programs. ��Ƶ is a member of the Community College System of New Hampshire. The seven community colleges in the system are committed to working with businesses throughout the state to train and retain employees to develop a robust workforce across all sectors.�� Learn more at nashuacc.edu.��

About Southern New Hampshire Health, a member of SolutionHealth – Southern New Hampshire Health (SNHH) is comprised of Southern New Hampshire Medical Center��and Foundation Medical Partners, and is Massachusetts General Hospital’s first clinical affiliate in the region. SNHMC is a 188-bed facility that has two campuses in Nashua. Southern New Hampshire Medical Center has been recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Magnet® hospital and is in the top 1% of hospitals in the country to achieve four designations, illustrating its dedication to excellence in nursing. Foundation Medical Partners is a multi-specialty physician group with more than 300 primary care and specialty care providers.��SNHH is committed to improving, maintaining, and preserving the overall health and well-being of individuals living in the greater Nashua area by providing information, education, and access to exceptional health care services. Learn more at

Nashua High Schoolers get new cybersecurity college pathway

Tina Forbes — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:52:37 +0000

��Ƶ and Nashua School District team up for new opportunity

High school students can take Cybersecurity courses at Nashua High School South that earn both high school and college credit through the Early College program at ��Ƶ.��

“Because job growth in the cybersecurity field is burgeoning, the timing of this opportunity could not be better,” said Mario Andrade, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools for the Nashua School District. “We are grateful for the partnership with NCC because this is a great opportunity for our students to accelerate acquisition of highly marketable skills and credentials in the field. Our students are up to meeting the demand for cybersecurity specialists.”

Supported by a company called Paradigm, Nashua High School students can participate in a 3-year cybersecurity pathway that can lead right into the Cybersecurity Networking associate degree at ��Ƶ.

“Paradigm provides the curriculum, and the second-year lines up with ��Ƶ,” said Diane Fallier, Professor and Computer Networking/Cybersecurity Program Coordinator at NCC.

Professor Fallier said there had already been a lot of interest in the Computer Networking courses available at the high school, and the high schools wished to expand the pathway to include Cybersecurity, “The interest has been immense from the high school students. This is the first cybersecurity program in the area for high school students.”

Graduates with a 2-year associate degree in Cybersecurity qualify for entry-level careers in the industry, she said. From there, graduates can choose to continue toward a bachelor’s degree supported by their employer.

“You can get a job, and let them help you pay for tuition,” said Fallier, noting that BAE is a major source of local jobs for students in cybersecurity.

“The first year is introduction to all of cybersecurity, the second year teaches the Security+ exam, which is the equivalent of the NCC course, the (CSCM150), so that’s going to be an Early College class.”

“Early College at Your High School,” formerly known as Running Start, means the course is taught at the high school and is eligible for both high school and college credit.

“The third year is exploratory; the students choose a portion of cybersecurity they would like to explore. It gives them a chance to really check out careers and what types of things people do in those careers,” said Professor Fallier. ��

Nashua High School South began offering the first year of the 3-year pathway this fall, and classes go through the whole academic year. “So, they teach in a year what we teach in a semester,” she said.��

Students who complete the pathway can expect to save on their college degree if they continue studying Cybersecurity. “If they go straight from high school to NCC, and if they’ve taken the ‘Introduction to Networking’ class and the second year of the cybersecurity pathway; they will have 6 college credits applicable to the program before they arrive, so it gives them a head start at a much lower price.”

While Early College courses are available at a reduced tuition cost, students can also take two courses free each academic year with the .

“Not only has ��Ƶ and the Nashua School District collaborated to provide this opportunity for high school students, but NCC and Nashua City Schools have also blazed a new trail by forming a joint advisory board to strengthen and guide the cybersecurity pathway,” said Lucille Jordan, President of ��Ƶ.

“There’s room for this to keep expanding,” said Fallier, “As they restructure the courses, it may become possible for them to get credit for ‘Computer Architecture and Operating Systems’ (CSCM101). They have been teaching that material, but it’s not yet an Early College course. But when they separate the ‘networking’ and ‘computer architecture’ portions, we’ll talk about making that an Early College class.” ��

Right now, the Cybersecurity Pathway is taught through the Nashua Technology Center at Nashua High School South. “But they are in talks with Nashua North to start to run the cybersecurity there because there’s enough demand to run it at both schools,” said Fallier. Currently, North students can also sign up for a class at South.

About Cybersecurity Networking at NCC

Students in the Cybersecurity Networking associate degree program at ��Ƶ learn the basics of securing computers and computer networks. Students gain experience in basic forensic analysis and penetration testing.

NCC has a networking lab with Cisco routers and switches for student use. Student teams work on their own pod of networking equipment for practical hands-on experience. NCC is part of the Cisco Networking Academy program which provides access to Cisco’s world-class networking classes. Faculty teaching the cybersecurity classes have many years of experience in the field.

For more information on Cybersecurity Networking at NCC, visit the program page, contact the admissions team at 603.578.8908 or nashua@ccsnh.edu, or come by the next Open House on March 6 from 5-7 PM to meet faculty and tour the facility.

NCC and YMCA of Greater Nashua continue ECE partnership

Tina Forbes — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:28:25 +0000

Students on track to earn ECE Associate Teacher Certificate

Last fall, ��Ƶ and the YMCA of Greater Nashua partnered to offer Early Childhood Education (ECE) college classes at the YMCA in Merrimack, open to YMCA staff and the public. The YMCA offered on-site childcare, and Professor Lisa Furman, program coordinator for ECE at NCC, committed to teaching the course at the YMCA for the semester.

“One of our NCC goals is to make college more accessible to our community. Offering early childhood courses at the YMCA has provided a pathway for students to pursue their college education,” said Professor Furman.

The collaboration was a success, with 9 students comprising teens and adults completing the class and a mix of new and continuing students signing up for the next class in spring. ��“This opportunity has made a positive impact on students,” she said.

The YMCA interviewed two of the students, adult learners and YMCA childcare staff Monica and Lynette, who thrived in the fall ECE course “Growth and Development of the Young Child.” Read their story below.

“The more knowledge early childhood educators have about children’s growth, development, and learning, the more impactful their interactions and lessons are with children, which leads to higher quality care, education, and support for families,” said Professor Furman.

“The early childhood education program of ��Ƶ is proud of its work with the YMCA of Merrimack, and we look forward to a continued partnership,” said Professor Furman. She said this spring, several of the same students are continuing and a few new students have joined.

“Early childhood education courses offered at the YMCA in Merrimack are open to all early childhood education professionals,” said Professor Furman.

“At least four of the current students will have earned their associate teacher certificate this term as they have decided to participate in the online course of ECE 103N along with their YMCA course.��Others will have their associate teacher certificate at the end of the Fall 2024 semester.”

Grants and Scholarships

The State of New Hampshire continues to work to increase high-quality childcare for children and families. The State has several ECE grants available to community college students pursuing their degree in early childhood education:

ECE Gap Scholarship: This grant covers courses, fees, and books to students matriculated into an ECE certificate or degree. It will cover general education required courses as well,

Students must be matriculated into an ECE certificate or degree programs in the Community College System of NH to be eligible. (See ECE Program Info by College, )
Current employment in the field is not required.
The funds cover all certificate and degree required courses, including fees.
Students are not required to apply for FAFSA, but invited to as other assistance may be available.

Early Childhood Tuition Assistance (ECTA): Students can take two free ECE courses if they work at least 20 hours per week in the ECE field,

T.E.A.C.H. Program: The T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood (Teacher Education & Compensation Helps) Initiative provides scholarships for ECE students who work at least 30 hrs/week in ECE,

ECE Programs at NCC

��Ƶ has Associate Teacher and Lead Teacher certificates, and a 2-year associate degree in ECE. See all the ECE pathways at:

Learn More

To learn more about the Spring course offered at the YMCA and the NH ECE Grants, contact the NCC Admissions Team: nashua@ccsnh.edu, 603.578.8908

Tuition Reimbursement Program for First Responders available through CCSNH

Tina Forbes — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:54:16 +0000

Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, and Emergency Medical Technicians Career Development, Recruitment, and Retention Program

Funding has been made available by the State of New Hampshire to support the career development, recruitment and retention of emergency response personnel working in the Granite State.��

Eligible first responders can take a course at any of New Hampshire’s community colleges, including courses offered by CCSNH online. The program covers tuition and required fees for one course per semester, subject to eligibility and available funding.�� Participating employees will be certified as eligible by their employers and will be reimbursed upon successful completion of the course (completing the course with a grade of C or better).��Find programs and courses offered at each college��on the��, or on the college��.

Note:�� some courses may have prerequisites or be subject to space limitations. Law Enforcement Officers and current full-time career, part-time, on-call or volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians are eligible under this program.

Individuals employed as firefighters in New Hampshire are eligible for the above or for reimbursement of certain approved costs of the New Hampshire Fire Academy. ��

Law Enforcement and EMT

Download and print the�� (to be completed by the Employer and provided to the college).

Fire

This program provides funding for reimbursement of certain costs of the NH Fire Academy.
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Questions?�� Please contact:

Keith Wilding, Paramedic Emergency Medicine Program
603-271-6484 x 4213

Mike Raymond, Criminal Justice Program
603-271-6484 x 4284

Nick Mercuri, Fire Science and EMS Program
603-366-5326

Scott Doherty, Fire Standards and Training and EMS, Bureau Chief
603-223-4200

In the News

CHIPS Act designates $35M to BAE Microelectronics Center and training: ��Ƶ to expand role in training new talent

Tina Forbes — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:43:45 +0000

On Monday, Dec. 11 the U.S. Department of Commerce to modernize the Microelectronics Center (MEC) in��Nashua. It’s the first funding announcement from the CHIPS and Science Act, which aims to strengthen manufacturing, supply chains, and national security in the US. The MEC develops advanced semiconductor technologies to meet military demand. ��

As local and state commitments contributed to the funding application, both the state of��New Hampshire��and the��City of Nashua��are offering workforce incentives through��Nashua Community��College (NCC). The state of��New Hampshire��will provide tuition assistance for NCC’s microelectronics bootcamp and the Nashua City Council is providing funds to establish a new clean room training course at NCC.

“��Ƶ is poised to take this challenge,” said Jon Mason, Director of Workforce Development at NCC. “Our Microelectronics program is a solid foundation which has led to related training opportunities such as a Microelectronics Apprenticeship, a Soldering and a Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp, and a new Test Technician program which is currently under development.”

“BAE’s ongoing training initiatives have a ripple effect throughout our community,” said NCC President Lucille Jordan, “The skills and knowledge that our students gain through these programs not only benefit them, but also contribute to the growth and success of the local workforce and economy.�� This, in turn, strengthens the ties between our community college and the industry, creating a win-win scenario for all involved.”

More than 300 students have graduated from the Microelectronics Boot Camp, many of whom moved from living with housing and food insecurity to lucrative careers which have enabled them to thrive.

The Boot Camp has been a beacon of social mobility, with at least 75 students identifying as homeless before the camp, and becoming gainfully employed with BAE Systems and other industry partners after graduation. The support of BAE and industry partners, as well as community agencies such as MY TURN, the Front Door Agency, WIOA, and Marguerite’s Place, have come together to guide students to success.

Since the 30^th Microelectronics Boot Camp class completed in November, the hiring rate for graduates stands at 97 percent. The NCC team intends to take the same comprehensive approach as new students enroll for workforce training opportunities.

About the Microelectronics Boot Camp

The Microelectronics Boot Camp was developed in partnership with BAE Systems to address the shortage of skilled candidates in microelectronics manufacturing.�� As a founding partner, all program graduates have the opportunity to interview with BAE Systems.

Boot Camp students have ranged in age from recent high school graduates to professionals in their 60s, including veterans and workers from other industries seeking a career change. Students are frequently supported by community partners including WIOA, the Front Door Agency, and MY TURN, INC. Alumni also return to mentor each new generation of students both on campus and in the workplace.

Microelectronics Boot Camps enroll throughout the year. Sessions are��10 weeks at 40 hours per week. To learn more, contact Jon Mason at��jmason@ccsnh.edu, or 603.578.8900 x1763.

About ��Ƶ

Since 1970, ��Ƶ has been successfully meeting the educational needs of Greater Nashua by delivering a high quality two-year, post-secondary education. The college partners closely with area industries that provide students with a unique perspective in their fields of study, allowing for a real-world experience to further their academic journey. Students can choose from a variety of associate degree, certificate, and career training programs. ��Ƶ is a member of the Community College System of New Hampshire. The seven community colleges in the system are committed to working with businesses throughout the state to train and retain employees to develop a robust workforce across all sectors.�� Learn more at nashuacc.edu.��

NCC is Top 10 Bellwether Award Finalist

Tina Forbes — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:17:32 +0000

NASHUA – ��Ƶ is a Top 10 Bellwether Finalist in the category of Workforce Development for the college’s submission, “Microelectronics Boot Camp Investing in a Brighter Future,” about NCC’s Microelectronics Boot Camp — a hands-on career training program that has prepared more than 300 students for new careers since it launched in 2016.��

The Microelectronics Boot Camp celebrated its 30th graduation Nov. 16 at NCC with another 8 graduates who are ready to enter to the workforce.

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This February, ��Ƶ will present with community colleges from around the U.S. in the final round of the Bellwether Award competition in San Antonio, Texas.

A total of 30 Bellwether Finalists will compete for the 2024 Bellwether Award at the 30th Annual Community College Futures Assembly (CCFA). This nationally recognized award identifies and honors community college programs in three award categories:

Instructional Programs and Services
Workforce Development, and
Planning, Governance, and Finance

“The ingenuity and innovation demonstrated by these community colleges make them shining examples of the solutions-focused culture prevalent in these organizations,” said Rose Martinez, Ph.D., director for the Bellwether College Consortium.

“The consortium looks forward to hosting 30 award-winning finalists at the Community College Futures Assembly.”

About the Microelectronics Boot Camp

The Microelectronics Boot Camp was developed in partnership with BAE Systems to address the shortage of skilled candidates in microelectronics manufacturing. NCC also works closely with industry partners such as Draper Labs, Microsembly, Mercury Systems, L3 Harris Technologies, API Technology, MACOM, MIT Lincoln Labs, Lockheed Martin, Monzite, and more. As a founding partner, all program graduates have the opportunity to interview with BAE Systems.

Microelectronics Boot Camps enroll throughout the year. Sessions are��10 weeks at 40 hours per week. To learn more, contact Jon Mason at��jmason@ccsnh.edu, or 603.578.8900 x1763.

About ��Ƶ

Since 1970, ��Ƶ has been successfully meeting the educational needs of Greater Nashua by delivering a high quality two-year, post-secondary education. The college partners closely with area industries that provide students with a unique perspective in their fields of study, allowing for a real-world experience to further their academic journey. Students can choose from a variety of associate degree, certificate, and career training programs. ��Ƶ is a member of the Community College System of New Hampshire. The seven community colleges in the system are committed to working with businesses throughout the state to train and retain employees to develop a robust workforce across all sectors.�� Learn more at nashuacc.edu.��

Microelectronics Boot Camp celebrates 30th class

Tina Forbes — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 19:17:13 +0000

Training has maintained high job placement rate since 1st class

NASHUA – The Microelectronics Boot Camp, a 10-week hands-on career training at ��Ƶ, celebrated its 30^th graduation Thursday, Nov. 16 with 8 new graduates.

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“The Microelectronics program is one of the most unique programs that I have encountered. It has taken on a life of its own. This is due to the students and industry that has supported it,” said Jon Mason, director of Workforce Development at NCC. Mason thanked the students and their support network, industry partners, alumni, and community organizations such as MY TURN and the Front Door Agency, which together make the training possible.

“The skills you have learned in the past 10 weeks will serve you in any endeavor you choose to pursue,” said Lucille Jordan, president of NCC. Jordan addressed the graduates, and welcomed Senator Kelly Ayotte, who was an early supporter of the boot camp and spoke at the first graduation in 2016.

“Lives are literally on the line with the work you are doing,” said Ayotte, who also now chairs the Board of Directors for BAE Systems, “Some of these microelectronics go into our most advanced fighter jets.”

The Microelectronics Boot Camp was founded in 2016 in partnership with BAE Systems to prepare students for entry-level careers in wire/ribbon bonding and die attach for microelectronic components in manufacturing.

Butch Locke, Strategic Operations Director at BAE Systems, was part of the BAE team that developed the boot camp training, along with Kim Cadorette, Retired-Vice President of Operations. “We were on to something special, and 7 years later and 30 cohorts with a 98 percent job placement rate; that’s a success.”

Locke advised graduates to try and make a difference, “you will have these times when you’ll be asked to do a little bit more, I invite you to raise your hand.” ��

Boot camp instructor Jim Flis has led the class for the past 5 years, and said this group worked hard to master the curriculum and build strong relationships with their peers over the past 10 weeks, “I’d like to congratulate each of you for the vision to take this leap.”

Student speaker Rose Ann Surette said while they started out nervous, they’re now ready to begin the next chapter. “Look at us now, confident and ready to get into the field and start building our careers. We all worked hard to get to this day, and our work did not go to waste.”

Graduates of the 30th Microelectronics Boot Camp:��Nathaniel Bult, Hannah Cyganowski, Shannon Dionne, Michael Haney, Robert Mullen, Skye Machampassak, Karen Nguyen, Rose Ann Surette

Alumni speaker Michael Magliozzi from the 8^th��graduating class shared that since he graduated 5 years ago, he’s earned his electronic engineering technology associate degree from NCC, and is now 42 days away from earning his bachelor’s in engineering from UNH Manchester. All while working at BAE Systems. “Everyone here has the same opportunities to advance through school and in your career.”

Lastly, President Jordan announced the Microelectronics Boot Camp program is a Bellwether Award Finalist in the category of Workforce Development.

This February, NCC will present with community colleges from around the U.S. in the final round of the Bellwether Award competition in San Antonio, Texas. A total of 30 Bellwether Finalists will compete for the 2024 Bellwether Award at the 30th Annual Community College Futures Assembly (CCFA).

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About the Boot Camp

Microelectronics Boot Camps enroll throughout the year. Sessions are��10 weeks at 40 hours per week for $5,500 per student. The boot camp is WIOA eligible. To learn more or enroll, contact Jon Mason at��jmason@ccsnh.edu, or 603.578.8900 x1763.

New for Spring 2024 Semester! FREE Health Science Course Opportunities

Barry Meehan — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:42:17 +0000

Enroll in two Health Science courses for the price of one!

In partnership with the
University of Massachusetts in Lowell

If you register for U.S. Healthcare and Public Health Informatics Technology for the Spring semester, you will be able to take Public Health Informatics Technology at no cost to you!

This is a perfect chance for health science majors to take a free course and learn more about the world of Public Health. There are numerous opportunities for Public Health graduates so don’t wait to get started on the path.

HLTH205N, U.S. Healthcare:

This course focuses on the organization, financing and delivery of healthcare in the United States. Students will learn about the public and private sectors of the healthcare system as well as systems of other countries. Students will explore major issues currently facing providers. (Pre or co-requisite is College Composition.)

HLTH210N, Public Health Informatics Technology:

Explore the variety of health information systems and technologies used in coordinating care and delivering health service. Develop an understanding of the evolution of health information technology, electronic health record systems, and the national standards applicable to clinical, financial, and administrative data required to manage health services.

Student’s practice using electronic health record simulations to access and select the appropriate demographic, clinical, financial, and administrative data often used for reporting purposes. Privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information in the electronic environment will also
be discussed.

Pat Klein

Program Coordinator for General Studies and Health Science
603.578.6817
pklein@ccsnh.edu

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