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Manufacturing Academy Enrollment
Steps to Enroll in AJAC's Manufacturing Academy
Process for Enrollment
1
Apply Online
Start by completing the online Manufacturing Academy application—available year-round on AJAC’s website.
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Connect with Our Program Manager
After you submit your application, AJAC’s Manufacturing Academy Program Manager will reach out to guide you through the next steps in the enrollment process.
3
Complete Orientation & Paperwork
Before you begin, you’ll need to complete a short orientation and fill out the required paperwork to confirm your funding and secure your spot in the program.
As a Student, You Will...
1
Attend Class Each Day
Classes meet in person, Monday through Thursday, with independent study assignments to complete from home on Fridays. You’ll gain hands-on experience with real tools. materials, and equipment used in manufacturing.
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Earn Certificates & Credentials
When you graduate, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and several industry-recognized certifications that highlight your new skills and readiness for entry-level manufacturing work.
3
Launch Your Career
After completing the program, you’ll work with AJAC’s Career Navigation Team to explore local job openings and apprenticeship opportunities that align with your interests and career goals.
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FAQs for Manufacturing Academy
Can I Enroll in the Manufacturing Academy If I Don’t Qualify for Funding?
Yes! Please still complete your Manufacturing Academy application, and the Program Manager will discuss steps to enroll if you do not qualify to enter the program at no-cost.
Will AJAC Offer the Same Manufacturing Academy Locations Each Quarter?
Not necessarily. Some Manufacturing Academy locations will be offered each quarter, where others may only be offered once or twice a year. Check our website regularly to see when the next location near you will begin.
Will AJAC Get Me a Job After Graduating the Manufacturing Academy?
No. AJAC is not a placement agency or temp agency. Our focus is on helping individuals develop a strong manufacturing foundational skill set. Upon graduating the Manufacturing Academy program, graduates will have the option to work with our Career Navigation Team who can guide them through resume development, interview techniques, and connect them with local hiring employers.
Is There an Online Manufacturing Academy Program I Can Take?
Right now, AJAC only offers in-person Manufacturing Academy classes. There is no option to complete this program online.
I Live Outside of Washington State, Can I Still Enroll in the Manufacturing Academy?
Unfortunately, once of the basic requirements to enroll in the Manufacturing Academy is to be a resident of Washington State.
Am I Guaranteed an Apprenticeship Upon Graduating from the Manufacturing Academy?
Manufacturing Academy graduates are highly encouraged to work with our Career Navigation Team to guide them to employment. To become an AJAC apprentice, the hiring company must approve the Manufacturing Academy graduate to move into apprenticeship. This is a conversation between the graduate and the hiring employer.
