Description

Join the Virginia Manufacturers Association for an in-person Information Session on the Advanced Manufacturing Machine Operator Registered Apprenticeship Program (AMMORAP). This session is designed for individuals interested in starting a career in manufacturing. Attendees will learn how to enroll in the AMMO Pre-Apprenticeship Program, which provides foundational manufacturing skills, an industry-recognized credential, and direct connections to local manufacturing employers. 

Participants who complete the pre-apprenticeship receive an AMMORAP Certificate and support with job placement. Once hired, individuals transition into the Registered Apprenticeship, earning wages while working and training. After one year of employment, apprentices earn their Virginia Journeyworker Certification, positioning them for long-term career advancement in advanced manufacturing. 

The pre-apprenticeship includes instruction in manufacturing essentials, math & measurement, manufacturing technology, quality & business acumen, and safety, with flexible online access and support from the Manufacturing Skills Institute team. 

What You’ll Learn

• How the AMMO Pre-Apprenticeship works
• How to earn an industry-recognized manufacturing credential
• Job placement opportunities with local manufacturers
• How pre-apprenticeship training rolls directly into the AMMORAP Registered Apprenticeship
• The pathway to Virginia Journeyworker Certification

Date & Time: 2 - 3 PM on Tuesday, March 24

Location: Office of Community Wealth Building (OCWB) – 701 N 25th St, Richmond, VA 23223 

Who Should Attend

• OCWB participants
• Job seekers interested in manufacturing careers
• Individuals looking for paid, work-based training
• Career changers and entry-level candidates
• Anyone interested in apprenticeships and industry credentials