Student Industrial and Manufacturing Training Programs

Training for skilled-trade opportunities exists through hands-on programs at Marshall Public Schools and Kellogg Community College (KCC).

Education

Promising Career Pathways at Marshall Community Schools and KCC

Large-scale employers in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing and emerging technologies, are creating new career pathways for young people now and into the future.

Regional Intermediate School Districts (ISDs)

Michigan ISD's are governmental agencies organized at the county or multi-county level that partner with and assist local school districts to provide programs and services. The Calhoun County ISD is a key partner in Marshall's workforce development. The Calhoun Area Career Center works to educate students and foster their growth in skills necessary for success.

High-Quality Training at a World Class Facility

Kellogg Community College Eastern Academic Center (EAC) is an innovative, community-driven facility located in Albion, serving both Calhoun and Branch counties.

The EAC Career and Technical Education (CTE) Renovation Project includes a new 1,300-square-foot welding lab and a 900-square-foot electrical and mechatronics lab. The welding lab includes eight welding stations and associated equipment to expand KCC's welder training into eastern Calhoun County.

The EAC offers industrial trades programs in electricity as well as electronics, welding, and to become a maintenance technician.

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University’s Center for Advanced Vehicle Design and Simulation

The Center for Advanced Vehicle Design and Simulation (CAViDS) is an integrated consortium that exists between the university and industry using applied research and computer simulation to make changes to vehicle design and implement repair/replacement issues. Find out more about the CAViDS Consortium.

Western Michigan University College of Aviation

Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation offers the only comprehensive aviation program at a public university in Michigan, and with over 700 undergraduate students. With core work being done in neighboring Battle Creek, MI, it is one of the largest aviation programs in the nation.

Career Academies and Certificate Programs

Distinctive offerings at the region’s community colleges offer workers a leg up in their industry from automotive to welding to wind turbine technicians. Intense and extensive industry-level hands-on training prepares workers to excel in their chosen fields such as mechatronics. Check each school for availability or contact us to discuss developing specific training.

Young Professionals

In Marshall, Michigan, you’re invited to Work Boldly and Live Beautifully. Innovation and small-town charm are find in Marshall.

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