Company involvement in selection of trainees is strongly encouraged. Training location can be at a technical college, on company site or at other suitable locations. Trainees are not paid wages. Upon successful completion, trainees are issued college certification delineating the skill competencies obtained. Final determination of hire rests with the employer.
Project meets regional economic development strategy.
It is often not practical to create a customized training program for so few jobs, but the Maine Quality Centers program offers a unique and flexible way to help these businesses grow. Company representatives work with Technical College staff to design a recruitment strategy and a curriculum that meets everyone's specifications. Once the training is complete, the member companies interview trainees for open positions. This approach has been successfully utilized for companies in the metals, composites and automotive industries.