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Initial Introduction to the STEMworks INDIANA Program

Initial Introduction to the STEMworks INDIANA Program. Objectives STEMworks INDIANA. After completing this presentation, you should know : What STEM is and the important audiences that will be targeted Why the STEMworks INDIANA Initiative was created The (4) Key STEM areas in Indiana

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Initial Introduction to the STEMworks INDIANA Program

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  1. Initial Introduction to the STEMworks INDIANA Program

  2. ObjectivesSTEMworks INDIANA After completing this presentation, you should know: • What STEM is and the important audiences that will be targeted • Why the STEMworks INDIANA Initiative was created • The (4) Key STEM areas in Indiana • Potential STEM careers of the future • STEMworks INDIANA Partners • Who are eligible candidate for STEMworks INDIANA • How eligible candidates will benefit from STEMworks INDIANA • Where to receive additional information on STEMworks INDIANA • The WorkOne STEMworks INDIANA Training Approval Process • The STEMworks INDIANA Web site

  3. What is STEM? STEM is a career cluster of occupations that focuses on: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics STEMworks INDIANA is a comprehensive pipeline initiative that will create educational and occupational opportunities for two important audiences – dislocated workers and disadvantaged students. This program will help develop tools so these audiences may identify their occupational interests, hone in on appropriate educational pathways, transform into STEM career candidates and become employed in gatewaySTEM jobs.

  4. STEMworks INDIANA Initiative The long-term key to continued U.S. competitiveness and growth in the global economic environment is to supply STEM workers to incorporate knowledge and skills into new processes, products, and services. STEMworks INDIANA was created to help broaden the talent pool of the current and future Indiana STEM workforce by offering educational and training opportunities to receive a post-secondary degree, industry-recognized license, certificate or credential that will lead to job placement in a STEM occupation. STEMworks INDIANA will aid Central Indiana’s growing industries by exposing the young people to STEM occupations and focusing on updating skills of dislocated workers. STEMworks INDIANA will utilize current certificate and associate’s degree programs, including accelerated programs in STEM disciplines and college-level courses for high school students, to provide training and ongoing support to ensure participant success and placement in gateway jobs.

  5. Key STEM Areas in Indiana Advanced Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing is the process of mass producing products on demand, using the latest technology maintain efficiency Biotechnology Biotechnology is technology based on biology, agriculture, food science, and medicine Engineering Engineering is the discipline, art and profession of acquiring and applying technical, scientific and mathematical knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes that safely realize a desired objective or inventions Information Technology The study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware Let us explore some potential STEM careers of the future!

  6. Advanced Manufacturing CISCO networking Computer software applications CNC programmers Electrical and Electronics Repairers Electrical engineers Industrial Production managers Industrial Engineers Industrial Machinery Mechanics Maintenance technicians Logisticians Machine operators

  7. Biotechnology Agricultural and Food Science Technicians Biological Technicians Biochemists Chemists Chemical Technicians Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Medical Scientists Microbiologists Natural Sciences Managers

  8. Engineering Engineers Chemical Engineer Electronic Engineer Industrial Engineer Mechanical Engineer Engineering Managers Engineering Technicians Mechanical Drafters

  9. Information Technology Computer Software Engineers Computer Systems Analysts Graphic Designers Network Systems and Data Communication Analyst Network and Communication Systems Administrators Database Administrators Computer Support Specialist Technical Sales Representatives

  10. STEMworks INDIANA Partners EmployIndy WorkOne - Marion County WorkOne - Region 5 (Serving the doughnut counties surrounding Marion County) IUPUI Purdue School of Engineering and Technology IPS Arsenal Tech & Central Nine (C9) Career Center JAG programs Common Goal /Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce USA Funds, Junior Achievement Indiana Youth Institute BioCrossroads Conexus Indiana Techpoint Ivy Tech Community College

  11. STEM Eligibility Requirements

  12. Dislocated Worker Eligible Candidates: MUSTbe a Dislocated Worker MUST have an interest in a STEM-related career MUST be looking to receive a certification or Associates degree MUST be eligible for the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program and fall into one of the following Dislocated Worker categories: Unlikely to return to previous occupation/career field Unemployed through no fault of their own Received notice of implementing lay-off Spouse of a dislocated worker (earning less than 50% of family income) Self-employed, but business closed as a result of economic conditions

  13. Scholars/Disadvantaged Youth Eligible Candidates: MUSTbe a disadvantaged high school Junior or Senior MUST have an interest in a STEM-related career MUST be looking to receive a certification or Associates degree MUST be eligible for the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program Will be referred from the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG), Advanced Manufacturing Virtual Lab (AMVL) at Ben Davis High School program, Central Nine (C9), and Arsenal Technical High School These scholars will successfully enter post-secondary education geared toward STEM careers

  14. Program Overview Eligible candidates MAY receive up to $6,000 ($3,000 per academic year) for accredited certificate or associate degree programs in a STEM-related program and up to $1,000 in supportive services Candidates will receive individualized services which includes: career blueprints, assessment testing, access to STEM kiosks and will participate in job-readiness, interviewing and resume preparation workshops, STEM work-based learning opportunities STEMworks INDIANA will serve 400 displaced workers and 100 disadvantaged youths.

  15. Training Approval Process Scholarships are approved on an individual basis Consideration for scholarships occurs after working closely with your STEM Coach Training funds are approved for STEM-related occupations in demand STEM-related Occupations in Demand www.stemworksindiana.org Education and Training Choices https://secure.in.gov/apps/dwd/crs/dwd_etc 15

  16. Training Process Next Steps: Engage in services moving towards a STEM-related career Complete an Investigative Packet, Workshops and Assessment Testing on the Training Action Plan STEM Coach will schedule appointment with candidate to discuss the STEM program and STEM-related occupations Complete Required Workshops and Assessment Testing Attend Training Orientation Session

  17. WorkOne Offices in Indiana To receive additional information on STEMworks INDIANA, please visit your nearest WorkOne Offices listed below: Marion County WorkOne West Marion County WorkOne-East Hamilton County WorkOne Express 805 Beachway Drive Ste 110 2525 N. Shadeland Avenue 10204 Lantern Road Indianapolis, IN 46224 Indianapolis, IN 46219 Fishers, IN 46037 Boone County WorkOne Morgan County WorkOne Shelby County WorkOne 125 Lakeshore Drive 490 St. Clair Street 2325 Intelliplex Drive Suite 204 Lebanon, IN 46052 Mooresville, IN 46158 Shelbyville, IN 46176 Hancock County WorkOne Johnson County WorkOne Madison County WorkOne 836 S. State Street 600 Banta Street 222 E. 10th Street Suite B Greenfield, IN 46140 Franklin, IN 46131 Anderson, IN 46016 Hendricks County *May seek services from any WorkOne location in Indiana

  18. Region 5 Coverage Christal Redd Hamilton County (Fishers) Boone County (Lebanon) Hendricks County* Morgan County (Mooresville) • Alisa Griffin • Madison County (Anderson) • Hancock County (Greenfield) • Shelby County (Shelbyville) • Johnson County (Franklin) * Hendricks County residents may seek services from any WorkOne location in Indiana April 2010

  19. STEMworks INDIANA Website www.STEMworksindiana.org

  20. And Now It’s Time for … A “Quiz”

  21. STEMworks Quiz Questions Q: What does the acronym (STEM) stand for? A: The acronym (STEM) stand for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Q: Who is eligible to receive STEM services? A: Dislocated Workers interested in a STEM-related occupation Disadvantage High School Juniors/Seniors from JAG or AMVL Q: What are the (4) Key STEM areas in Indiana? A: Advanced Manufacturing, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Engineering Q: Can you name (5) STEM Partners? A: IUPUI Purdue School of Engineering, EmployIndy, WorkOne Region 5, WorkOne Marion County, Indiana Youth Institute, Ivy Tech Community College etc. Q: Can the STEMworks INDIANA provide assistance to eligible candidate who are seeking a Bachelor Degree? A:No, the STEMworks INDIANA project can only provide assistance to eligible candidates seeking a Certifications or Associates Degrees that are STEM –related occupations Q: What is the STEMworks INDIANA website? A: www.stemworksindiana.org Q: Should the STEM occupation be in demand? A: Yes, the STEM-related occupation should be in high demand, high wage and high growth (check ONet Online at www.onetcodeconnect.org occupations in demand)

  22. STEMworks Quiz Questions cont’d Q: Does the STEM training need to be listed on the Education Training Choice website? A: Yes, all training programs must be on the Education Training Choice website Q: List some STEM-related Occupations A: CISCO Networking, Computer Software Application, Electrical Engineers, Microbiologist, Biological Technician, Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Engineers (Chemical Engineer, Industrial Engineer), Mechanical Drafters, Computer Software Engineers, Computer Systems Analysts. Q:What are some benefits of being a STEM recipient? A: Eligible candidates MAY receive up to $6,000 ($3,000 per academic year) for accredited certificate or associate degree programs in a STEM-related program and up to $1,000 in supportive services Candidates will receive individualized services which includes: career blueprints, assessment testing, access to STEM kiosks and will participate in job-readiness, interviewing and resume preparation workshops, STEM work-based learning opportunities.

  23. STEMworks INDIANA www.stemworksindiana.org

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