Released: April 20, 2022
SFCC announces Graduation Ceremony for EPA Environmental Technician Training
10 to 11:30 a.m., Friday, April 29 at Northern New Mexico College
Graduates participated in free five-week EPA grant-sponsored training to become job-ready
What: Completion Ceremony for EPA Environmental Technician Training Program .
Who: Eight graduates, who will be job-ready upon completion of the program. They will have up to nine industry certifications after completing the intensive five-week training. Northern NM College Interim President Bárbara M. Medina, Ph.D., will welcome the graduates.
When: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 29. .
Where: The Event Center in the Administration Building at Northern New Mexico College, 921 Paseo de Oñate, Española, N.M.
Cost: Free. Everyone must wear masks, present proof of vaccination and practice social distancing.
Of Note: Graduates will receive certifications in the following:
- General Hazardous Waste Site Worker (HAZWOPER)
- Forklift Operator
- OSHA Construction Standards
- Confined Space Entry and Non-Entry Rescue
- Solid Waste Management
- Hazardous Waste Management (RCRA)
- Phase I and Phase II Environmental Assessments
- Environmental Sampling
- DOT HazMat
In addition to the 172 hours of training, attendees met with environmental employers and Department of Workforce Solutions staff to provide guidance on résumé preparation and job interviewing skills.
Additional Information: For questions about the program: Contact Environmental Health and Safety Instructor Janet Kerley via email at janet.kerley@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1896. Graduates will be available for interviews after the program on April 29. For more information about the $200,000 EPA grant given to SFCC, read this EPA press release.
For more information about Northern NM College contact:
Cecilia Romero
Continuing Education Coordinator
Northern New Mexico College
505-747-5477
Santa Fe Community College celebrates its 40th Anniversary as the pathway to success for individuals and the community. SFCC provides affordable, high-quality programs that serve the academic, cultural, and economic needs of the community. The college welcomes over 10,000 students per year in credit, noncredit, workforce training, personal enrichment, and adult programs.
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