F asten Y our S eatbelts! Career Prep Meeting April 24, 2015

The Automotive Industry Forecasted to remain a growing industry Job growth for auto technicians predicted to reach 17% through 2020 The demand for auto technicians will continue to increase by 6%; 9% in the U.S. Driving the demand is a growing population that will buy and drive more vehicles The median wage for Automotive Service Technicians in WI is $35,100 annually; potential to earn $65,000+

Green Bay Area Public School District  Auto lab at WHS is now Bay Link Manufacturing  Small Engines is offered at EHS, PHS, and WHS  Vehicle Service 1 is offered at EHS and PHS  Vehicle Service 1, 2 and 3at EHS  Dual Enrollment = 3 NWTC credits  In process of completing NATEF Certification  Continued interest in career pathway related to automotive industry (250% increase in last 5-years)

Pathways: Mobile Equipment Maintenance; Transportation Systems, etc.  Three-year program at East High School  Certification NATEF Maintenance & Light Repair  Dual credit/NWTC  Remodel – Summer 2015  Grand Opening - Fall 2015

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College NWTC’s role in the partnership with Green Bay Area Public School District Alignment to post-secondary pathways Labor market trends and feedback from industry leaders

The Automotive Industry The Importance of the Partnership The Role of the Automotive Industry The Impact of City Stadium Automotive on the Industry Developing the future work force

Where We Are Today

Fall 2015

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