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LAGS: Loans, Apprenticeships, Grants and Scholarships

In honor for National Financial Literacy Month, we’ve put together a breakdown of LAGS: loans, apprenticeships, grants, and scholarships. Written by Esperanza Poquiz Going back to school to further your education can be expensive. This list will give you a better idea of the financial resources you can use when you start your new career path in aviation, healthcare, or

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Smooth Sailing: Maritime Welding Now Offered at Tidewater Tech

Written by Jul DeGeus With a shortage of welders on the horizon, and just in time for National Welding Month, Tidewater Tech now offers the Combination Maritime Welding Diploma Program. Hampton Roads is one of our nation’s biggest shipping ports and every day, certified welders keep the community’s ships seaworthy. With American Welding Society forecasting a shortage of 375,000 welders

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A Spark of Inspiration: Women in Trades

Women in trades currently represent a small percentage of the workforce. As the skilled trade job market is projected to grow by 8.4 million jobs by 2029, there are numerous opportunities for women to start or grow a career in the skilled trades industry. Written by Ashleen Brydum With the proper training and a spark of inspiration, the sky is

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So You Wanna Be A Cool Kid? 5 HVAC Hacks to Beat the Summer Heat

Summer will be here before we know it. Here are five HVAC hacks you can do yourself to ensure your home is ready for the coming summer months. Written by Ashleen Brydum When it comes to fixing your home’s A/C or heating unit, there are some things that should always be left to a professional. However, there are some things you

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Shifting Gears: Black Innovators in Skilled Trades

In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to celebrate some of the amazing innovators in skilled trades industries. Written by Ashleen Brydum Today, we feature John Barfield, David Nelson Crosthwait Jr, Richard B. Spikes, and Eugenia Powell Deas, all innovators in their fields. Read on to learn how these Black individuals broke through barriers and overcame adversity to make

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Dr. Joel A. English, Executive Vice President of Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, & Tidewater Tech (ACT) Left and Dr. Kenneth Alexander Norfolk Mayor right

Norfolk Mayor Dr. Kenneth Alexander to serve as Chancellor for Tidewater Tech

Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, & Tidewater Tech (ACT) are pleased to announce the appointment of Kenneth Cooper Alexander as Chancellor of their institution. Dr. Kenneth Alexander will oversee policy development and provide direction for institutional mission, core values and vision while supervising external affairs for their 19 campuses across the country.   “We are excited that Dr. Alexander

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Think This is a Bad Time to be Looking for a Good Job? Think Again.

“Interesting Times” for Job Seekers These days, for people who happen to be exploring the idea of starting a career or finding a new line of work, a glance at current news can be, well, a bit of a downer. Global pandemic. High unemployment. Entire industries in trouble. Soaring college costs. Debilitating student loan debt. Bummer, right? Yes, these are

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Family of Community Career Schools Officially Launches OnWatch™ Training to Help Recognize and Prevent Human Trafficking Across the Country

Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, and Tidewater Tech, a group of 19 schools headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA have officially launched their partnership with OnWatch™. In honor of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the organization is rolling out the free, online training created by the Safe House Project and Malouf Foundation to its employees, students, and local

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From the Desk of Dr. English: Happy Holidays

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), Centura College and Tidewater Tech’s Executive Vice President Dr. Joel English recaps 2020: The Year of Essential Skilled Trades  Workers   Hello my friends,   The holiday season is the right time to stop, spend time with family, reflect on our blessings, and find ways to spread joy to those around us.  2020 presented us

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Tidewater Tech Invites the Community to Donate to Wes’ Wish Toy Drive

Tidewater Teach participates in the 10th Annual Wes’ Wish Toy Drive to collect toys and other items to distribute to children battling cancer and their families. Written by Jul DeGeus Tidewater Tech has partnered with The Wes Strong Foundation to raise toys and other donations for children fighting cancer and their families. The campus has volunteered to be a drop-off

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