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SUMMARY:Mechatronics Classes - October 2025
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE and complete the Interest Form to see if you qualify\nWhere Mechanics Meet Electronics – That’s Mechatronics. Launch your technical career with confidence. Apply Now! \nWhat is a Mechatronics Certificate?\nOur 11‑credit Mechatronics Certificate gives you hands‑on training in essential industrial technologies: Electrical systems • Circuits • Sensors • Hydraulics • Pneumatics • PLC/HMI • Robotics • Welding • Boiler operations license. You’ll learn how mechanical\, electrical\, and digital systems interact\, preparing you for high‑demand technical careers. \nMarshall Class\nLocation:\nClasses will be held in Marshall at the Merit Center and will start October 27\, 2025 \nClass Schedule\n\nMonday\, Tuesday\, and Thursday 4:30 – 8:30 PM\n\nInterested?\nIf you are interested in this course or would like to learn more\, please fill out our interest form and indicate that you are interested in the Mechatronics Course. \nCLICK HERE and complete the Interest Form to see if you qualify\n  \n  \nDisclosure statement in footer
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/mechatronics-class-october-2025/
CATEGORIES:Career Pathways Courses
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SUMMARY:ServSafe Food Handler Class - Worthington - Sept 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC) is partnering with Community Education to promote a ServSafe Food Handler class in Worthington. This course is designed to provide students with essential food safety training and the opportunity to earn their ServSafe Food Handler Certificate\, a valuable credential for anyone working in food service. \nClass Dates: Tuesdays\, September 23 – October 21Time: 2:30 – 4:30 PMLocation: Worthington\, MN \nIf you are interested in participating\, please fill out our Interest Form and indicate “Safe Serve” to see if you qualify.
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/servsafe-food-handler-class-worthington-sept-2025/
LOCATION:Worthington High School\, 1211 Clary St\, Worthington\, MN\, 56187\, United States
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SUMMARY:FREE Electrician Training
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE to apply for our FREE Residential Electrician Training Program\, offered in partnership with the Lower Sioux Community and Minnesota West Community & Technical College. This program is open to the public and designed to help you gain the skills needed to succeed in a high-demand\, high-paying field. \nStart Date: January 28\, 2025\nDuration: January–May/June 2025\nSchedule: 2.5 days per week\nLocation: Lower Sioux Hemp Campus\, Morton\, MN\nCertificate Earned: 10-credit Residential Electrician Certificate from Minnesota West Community & Technical College \nWhy Join?\nHigh Demand: Electricians are in high demand across Southwest Minnesota.\nCompetitive Wages: Starting wages range from $25–$30/hour\, with a median wage of $38.50/hour.\nCareer-Ready Skills: Gain hands-on training and industry-recognized certification. \nEligibility Requirements \n\nMust qualify for our programming – See if you qualify HERE\nMust be able to commit to the program schedule.\n\nTo Register \n\nFill out THIS FORM and indicate the “electrician training” as your program of interest\nContact Dan Debates and see if you qualify (507-829-4031)
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/electrician-training/
LOCATION:Lower Sioux Hemp Campus\, 33115 Omega Ave\, Morton\, MN\, 56270\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Pathways Courses
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SUMMARY:Minneota Career Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:Business Partners! Register today to be a part of the Minneota Career Fair on December 3rd 2024 from 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm. \n9th-12th Grade students from Westbrook Walnut Grove will be in attendance. \nWe encourage employers to come with interactive exhibits for the students to engage with you during the event. \nRegister Here\n  \ndisclosure statement in footer
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/minneota-career-fair-2024-2/
LOCATION:Minneota High School
CATEGORIES:PIC Event
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SUMMARY:Welding Course - Marshall - July 22\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This Welding course adds value to any manufacturing career pathway. Through hands-on training\, students will earn six college credits\, including Blueprint Reading and Welding Principals and Fundamentals. \nClasses will run from July 22nd – September 5th \nClass Schedule: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm. (Blueprint Training on Monday mornings from 8-9:30 am) \nThis is a FREE Training for qualified participants. Students\, please fill out our interest form and indicate Welding Course as your program of interest or contact Sandy to see if you qualify.44 \n  \nEmployers\, we are continually looking for guest speakers\, mentors\, business tours\, and placements for students taking the course. If you are looking to hire welders or interested in connecting\, please fill out our interest form here and indicate specifically that you are interested in the welding course. \nProgram Flyer: \n	Welding Course - Marshall - July 2024
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/welding-course-marshall-july-2024/
CATEGORIES:Career Pathways Courses
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SUMMARY:Minneota Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:On May 5\, 2024\, the Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council hosted a career fair for students at Minneota High School. This was an opportunity for students to interact with area businesses and learn about potential career paths. Thank you to all the companies who participated in making this event a success. \n  \nParticipating Businesses: \nNorth Star Mutual Insurance Company\, Southwest Minnesota State University\, ADM\, Lyon County MN Sheriff’s Office\, Kibble Equipment\, Minneota Veterinary Clinic\, D&G Excavating\, Inc.\, Minnesota West Community and Technical College\, U.S. Bank\, Schwan’s Food Service\, Invenergy\, Sanford Canby Medical Center\, Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center\, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources\, North Memorial Ambulance Services\, Hoffman & Brobst PLLP\, Minnesota Army National Guard\, Ag Plus Cooperative \n                     \n 
URL:https://www.swmnpic.org/event/minneota-career-fair/
LOCATION:Minneota High School
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