“We’re working to change our culture so we can continue to be competitive globally and upgrade the skills of our entire work force. Had we not had JSP and CTP programs, the new plant expansion may have been launched in another state.”

Grays Harbor College partner:
Rick Hole, Plant Manager
Ocean Spray Cranberries


PARTNERS
Institute for Workforce Development and Economic Sustainability (IWDES)
Association of Washington Business
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
WHAT ARE CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE?
Centers of Excellence (COE) are colleges designated as statewide leaders for their industry. They specialized in workforce education and training for industries that help the state's economy grow, and they serve as points of contact and resource hubs for industry trends, best practices and innovative curriculum. There currently are twelve COEs spread across the state. For more information go to Centers of Excellence Centers of Excellence Brochure Download
INDUSTRIES SUPPORTED BY CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE
Agriculture, Walla Walla Community College
Allied Health, Yakima Valley College
Construction, Renton Technical College
Careers in Education, Green River Community College
Energy Production and Distribution Technology, Centralia College
Information Technology, Bellevue Community College
International Trade, Transportation, and Logistics, Highline Community College - NEWEST!
Homeland Security, Pierce College
Process Technology, Bellingham Technical College
Aerospace and Advanced Materials Manufacturing, Edmonds and Everett Community Colleges
Marine Manufacturing and Technology, Skagit Valley College
For information about Centers of Excellence contact Amy Smith-Rubeck at asmith-rubeck@sbctc.edu
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