Seminole State College of Florida recently issued the following announcement.
Grant will support the College’s Workforce Jumpstart Program
The Foundation for Seminole State College was one of several organizations to be awarded a grant from Duke Energy to support a wide range of education and community assistance initiatives across Florida.
The $15,000 grant will support Seminole State’s Workforce Jumpstart Program that allows Seminole State College students to gain employment immediately in the workforce by receiving a GED at the same time they receive a certification in HVAC, electrical or building trade technologies.
“These programs are more important than ever, as many students and educators continue to face academic challenges and families across the state struggle to get by,” said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.
“Thanks to the support from our partnership with Duke Energy Florida, Seminole State College students are achieving their professional goals faster and helping to meet the employment needs of high-demand professions,” said Dr. John Gyllin, vice president of resource and economic development and executive director of the Foundation for Seminole State College. “Through this grant, we continue to provide opportunities for students to receive their GEDs and industry-based credentials at the same time, giving them a step up while supporting industries such as HVAC, electrical and plumbing.”
In all, Duke Energy awarded a total of $250,000 in grants to 20 organizations across the state that make impactful contributions to the communities they serve.
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