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Apprenticeships
Cullum Plumbing Apprenticeship Program
Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.
Go to ResourceCullum Sheet Metal Mechanic Apprenticeship
Fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs sheet metal products and equipment such as ductwork, fittings, fans, dampers and air distribution devices.
Go to ResourceCullum HVAC Apprenticeship Program
Assembles, installs, services, and repairs air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating units used in commercial and industrial buildings.
Go to ResourceCullum Mechanical Drafter Apprenticeship
Utilizes manual and/or CAD programs to translate design information and specification into as-builts or updated drawings.
Go to ResourceApprenticeship Carolina
A resource for students and business owners to match young talent with employers who want to grow their workforce; allows students to "earn while they learn."
Go to ResourceCareer Resources for Parents and Teachers
Info Card: Apprenticeship vs College
Comparison by the numbers between four years of apprenticeship vs college degree
Go to ResourceStartCollegeHere.com
On this website from the SC Technical College System, check out careers for average pay and expected job growth -- then find a campus near you to get the training you need!
Go to ResourceCareer Exploration Research Project
Allows students to familiarize themselves with skilled professions and understand the path to begin a career in one such field.
Go to ResourceWebsite Review Worksheet
Get to know the Be Pro website and learn about the exciting and in-demand world of Skilled Trades by hunting down the answers to a few fun questions!
Go to ResourceSC Pro Videos
All SC Profession Videos together in a YouTube Playlist. Perfect for Use at Trade Shows, School Events, etc. Can be set to play on continuous loop.
Go to ResourceClassroom Supplemental Materials
Website Review Worksheet
Get to know the Be Pro website and learn about the exciting and in-demand world of Skilled Trades by hunting down the answers to a few fun questions!
Go to ResourceCareer Exploration Research Project
Allows students to familiarize themselves with skilled professions and understand the path to begin a career in one such field.
Go to ResourcePost-Secondary Path: Apprenticeship or College?
A sample lesson plan that allows students to investigate options after high school.
Go to ResourceStartCollegeHere.com
On this website from the SC Technical College System, check out careers for average pay and expected job growth -- then find a campus near you to get the training you need!
Go to ResourceInfo Card: Apprenticeship vs College
Comparison by the numbers between four years of apprenticeship vs college degree
Go to ResourceSample Schedule
A suggested schedule for the day of the Workshop visit. A Tour Operator will call to finalize specifics.
Go to ResourceEvent Resources
Website Review Worksheet
Get to know the Be Pro website and learn about the exciting and in-demand world of Skilled Trades by hunting down the answers to a few fun questions!
Go to ResourcePost-Event Teacher Survey
Opportunity for teachers and counselors to share thoughts about the Be Pro visit -- we value your insight!
Go to ResourceStudents: Post-Survey
Be Pro Be Proud evaluates student experiences and growth through a pre/post evaluation. All data collected is confidential and unidentifiable to individual students.
Go to ResourceStudents: Pre-Survey
Be Pro Be Proud evaluates student experiences and growth through a pre/post evaluation. All data collected is confidential and unidentifiable to individual students.
Go to ResourceBe Pro MVP Ambassador Program
Describes the requirements and benefits of participating in the Student MVP Program during your school's Be Pro Tour Stop.
Go to ResourceSample Schedule
A suggested schedule for the day of the Workshop visit. A Tour Operator will call to finalize specifics.
Go to ResourceLogistics Requirements for Tour Stop
Important information for schools to know when planning a Mobile Workshop Visit
Go to ResourceJoin the Movement Flyer
Information about the benefits of the Join the Movement program for interested students -- *optional*
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Quick Jobs Scholarship Program at Midlands Tech
Intensive and complete career training programs developed for jobs in high demand. Prior experience is not required. Most programs only take a few weeks to a few months to complete.
Go to ResourceSC Aggregates Association Scholarship
2023 Award: up to $5000 --deadline to apply is June 1, 2023! Must be enrolled in Tech School/4-Year College and pursuing Mineral Extraction or related field. See link for details and app.
Go to ResourceCarolinas AGC / Richard Nickel Scholarship
For SC students in their second year of school who are pursuing a degree in construction (construction management, construction trade certification).
Go to ResourceCarolinas AGC Scholarship Program
Developed to assist those choosing to enter the commercial construction industry. Anyone working in, or pursuing a career within, the commercial construction industry is invited to apply.
Go to ResourceThinkBIG Technician Program from Blanchard Machinery
ThinkBIG graduates will earn an Assoc. Degree and be highly-skilled Technicians with guaranteed employment with Blanchard Machinery upon graduation.
Go to ResourceBOLD Program -- "Better Outcomes, Less Debt"
Helps connect students to educators and employers; matches students to jobs and provides opportunity for assistance in paying education/training costs.
Go to ResourceWorkforce Scholarship for the Future
Will cover tuition and required fees for SC residents enrolled in a high-demand field such as manufacturing, healthcare, computer science, IT, construction, or transportation.
Go to ResourceSC Life Scholarships
A merit-based program that may be used towards the cost of attendance for up to eight terms at eligible public and independent SC colleges & universities.
Go to ResourceNeed-Based Grant Program
This need-based grant provides add'l financial aid to SC's neediest students. A full-time student may receive up to $2,500 annually (part-time up to $1,250) at an eligible SC public school.
Go to ResourceLottery Tuition Assistance Program
A supplemental resource to SC residents for two-year, public, or independent institutions. Eligible students may receive $85 per credit hour to be used toward the cost-of-tuition.
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Recipients can receive up to $5,000 per academic year after applying all other scholarships or grants when enrolled in identified Critical Workforce Programs.
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Be Pro Mobile Workshop Visits Beechwood Middle in Lexington
Beechwood Middle students and teachers document the visit from Be Pro Be Proud SC...
Go to ResourceBe Pro Be Proud SC Spring 2022 Visit to Lexington-Richland Five Schools
Video of the Mobile Workshop visits to Chapin Middle, Dutch Fork MIddle, and Irmo Middle Schools -- Posted on FB
Go to ResourceWLTX Visits Be Pro Tour Stop in Sumter
News story from Fulmer Middle School in Sumter, SC
Go to ResourceSC Pro Videos
All SC Profession Videos together in a YouTube Playlist. Perfect for Use at Trade Shows, School Events, etc. Can be set to play on continuous loop.
Go to ResourceUpstate Hard Hat Field Day
Carolina High School, Southside High School, and Berea High School participated in this CAGC-sponsored event.
Go to ResourceBe Pro Be Proud Truck Visit to SC Gov Sch of Agriculture
YouTube Video documenting student and teacher thoughts at SC Governor's School of Agriculture
Go to ResourceBe Pro Be Proud: Path to Success - Maintenance Technician
Part of Arkansas PBS Series on Skilled Professions
Go to ResourceBe Pro Be Proud: Path To Success - Diesel Technician
Part of Arkansas PBS Series on Skilled Professions
Go to ResourceThe BUILD Show -- "Every High Schooler in America Should Watch This Video!"
Long-form YouTube Video from Matt Risinger, an Austin, TX builder who visited West Ashley HS in Charleston, SC
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