HVACR NewsMagazine December 2017

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laboratory space, equipment, and instruction consistent to achieve the goals and skill proficiencies set forth in the apprenticeship training document which shall be determined by the Board with consultation and agreement of the local Association Chapter Apprenticeship Committee. Student tuition and fees for classes will be consistent with ASUMH policies and shall be collected in a manner consistent with ASUMH policy. ASUMH also will provide ASU Mountain Home Signs Agreement with Arkansas HVACR Association assessment of the apprentice based on the Skill Sets determined by the Board and the Committee. Apprentices shall progress through the apprenticeship program based on their successful completion and demonstrable competency of the skill sets. The ARHVACRA will establish a HVACR Association Apprenticeship Board to oversee the statewide administration of Apprenticeship Program, 2017-AR-68770. The

Board shall consist of contractors, apprentices, and educators as determined by the Executive Board of the Association. The Board will determine a list of core competencies which the local committee shall make available to ASUMH. In addition, the Board will conduct focus groups of local contractors who may add to the list of competencies which have been determined. The Board will enlist local contractors to participate in the program with their employees. Local high schools, career centers, secondary counselors, secondary student and parents will be informed as to the career opportunities available in the HVACR industry and be provided access to the Program. For information on this and other workforce programs at ASUMH, contact Janel Cotter at (870) 508- 6133 .