Proctor students in Cohort 3 of the DOT Pre-Apprenticeship Program successfully completed 80 hours of hands-on training in the fundamentals of carpentry and masonry, gaining valuable technical skills and real-world industry experience. Throughout the program, students also earned their OSHA 10 certification, strengthening their understanding of workplace safety while developing essential employability skills such as communication, teamwork, professionalism and workplace readiness.
A special thank you to Working Solutions for providing critical support services, Mohawk Valley Community College for hosting the training, the Department of Transportation for funding this impactful opportunity and First Source for incorporating financial literacy education to help students build a strong foundation for future success.