Officials from Paul D. Camp Community College and The Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding signed an agreement this month that will allow students to transfer Apprentice School credits to PDCCC associate degree or certificate programs.

“Students who have successfully completed the world class shipbuilder curriculum at The Apprentice School can transfer credits to the business administration, general business management and industrial technology programs at PDCCC,” explained Dr. Tara Atkins-Brady, vice president of academic and student development at PDCCC.

“Our apprentices complete on-the-job training and academic coursework in a highly structured program that prepares them for positions of leadership within the organization,” said Everett Jordan, Director of Education at The Apprentice School.

“Through our partnerships and transfer agreements with local community colleges and universities, apprentices have opportunities to complete degree programs in business, engineering and technology. This agreement with Paul D. Camp exemplifies our commitment to education and the community.”

Articulation agreements like this also help PDCCC foster partnerships with other educational institutions.

“Collaborations such as these are win-win,” said PDCCC President Paul Conco. “These types of agreements recognize student learning and accomplishments, and promote continuing education and degree attainment. This partnership further supports our mission of providing ‘diverse learning opportunities to enhance the quality of life for students and the community by offering a variety of educational opportunities and workforce training.’”

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