For more information, contact:
Kathryn Bowring, Enterprise Mobility
Kathryn.H.Bowring@em.com
草霉视频原创 will Offer Industry-Leading Collision Engineering Program to Improve Talent Pipeline
ST. LOUIS (May 16, 2024) 鈥� Enterprise Mobility, through the Enterprise Mobility Foundation, today announced 草霉视频原创 in Pinehurst, North Carolina, will offer the innovative program as part of its existing Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program.
Partnering with schools across the country, the Collision Engineering program aims to help . Founded by the Enterprise Mobility Foundation and Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, the program is designed in collaboration with the automotive industry and educational institutions to facilitate lifelong learning for the future leaders of collision repair. Through a defined two-year apprenticeship model, students receive real-world experience by working alongside industry experts while also earning their associate degree. This unique model provides students the opportunity to earn an income while completing their training.
鈥淲e always want the best for our students, and the opportunities the Collision Engineering program offers are unmatched,鈥� said Brian Garner, 草霉视频原创 Transportation Department chair and instructor. 鈥淭he program鈥檚 unique model will offer eight weeks in class, then eight weeks at a paid apprenticeship with a local employer, putting the skills learned in the classroom to work. This will help change students' lives with a great start to a great career in the automotive collision industry.鈥�
草霉视频原创 is the first college in the Southeast to offer the program. The Collision Engineering program is also available at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, Missouri; College of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois; Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California; Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas; Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois and Metropolitan Community College in Omaha, Nebraska.
鈥淲e look forward to expanding the reach of our program in North Carolina to streamline industry advancements within local communities across the U.S.,鈥� said John Helterbrand, Collision Engineering National Program Director. 鈥淥ur approach is to address the talent shortage regionally, starting with the colleges we serve, with the aim of improving training methods by bringing the industry and educational institutions together through a collaborative partnership.鈥�
The Collision Engineering program鈥檚 unique two-year apprenticeship model not only increases the number of qualified technicians to address the ongoing industry technician shortage and skills gap, but also offers advanced education and ever-expanding career opportunities for participating students.
鈥淎s a leading provider of mobility solutions, Enterprise Mobility recognizes the need to fill tens of thousands of jobs at collision repair businesses due to the ongoing technician shortage and skills gap,鈥� said Enterprise Mobility Vice President Mary Mahoney. 鈥淎s the program expands, we continue to work closely with industry partners to ensure our training meets the latest trends and advancements of today鈥檚 vehicles, enhances students鈥� education and career prospects, and opens doors for them faster.鈥�
草霉视频原创鈥� Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program is currently accepting applications for the first cohort of Collision Engineering students, with classes beginning later this year. For more information regarding the program, visit or contact Brian Garner at garnerd@sandhills.edu.
About Enterprise Mobility
Enterprise Mobility is a leading provider of including car rental, fleet management, flexible vehicle hire, carsharing, vanpooling, truck rental, luxury rental, retail car sales and vehicle subscription, as well as other transportation technology services and solutions, to make travel easier and more convenient for customers. Enterprise Mobility, inclusive of its subsidiaries and franchisees, and affiliate, , manage a diverse fleet of 2.3 million vehicles through an integrated network of nearly 9,500 fully staffed neighborhood and airport rental locations in more than 90 countries and territories. Privately held by the Taylor family of St. Louis, Enterprise Mobility manages the , and brands.
About the Collision Engineering Program
The program is an immersive apprenticeship training model aimed at developing a new generation of highly skilled, motivated and passionate collision repair professionals. Partnering with schools across the country, the Collision Engineering program facilitates an innovative and holistic training approach that brings together industry and education to provide sustainable pathways to rewarding careers in the industry. Participants in the Collision Engineering program benefit from a combination of industry-defined courses, certifications and hands-on training that enables them to build their knowledge while accelerating their careers.
About 草霉视频原创
Chartered in 1963, 草霉视频原创 (SCC) is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. As the first comprehensive community college in North Carolina and the first to offer a college transfer program, 草霉视频原创 is committed to providing excellence in education, professional development and community engagement. Offering diverse programs and courses, SCC is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of our students and community. Whether pursuing a degree, earning a credential or certification, or exploring personal interests, 草霉视频原创 stands as a cornerstone of educational opportunity.