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CHATTAHOOCHEE TECH’S AVIATION TRAINING ACADEMY
diverse student population, including
high school students through dual enrollment, adults seeking new job skills,
and even state employees needing
specialized training. This accessibility
is crucial in reducing educational and
employment disparities across urban
and rural areas.
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vanced manufacturing, ensuring that
the workforce is prepared for sectors
that are critical to the state’s economy.
TCSG actively contributes to local
and state economies by addressing the
specific needs of the communities it
serves. This involves not just training
individuals, but also collaborating with
local industries to ensure that economic
Focus on High-Demand Careers
development efforts are supported by a
TCSG is continually adapting its
skilled workforce, which is essential for
programs to meet emerging market
attracting and retaining businesses
demands across Georgia. This includes
“We believe it’s critical to stay on
expanding programs in high-demand
top of this,” said Dozier. “We are continsectors like healthcare, information
ually working with industry leaders to
technology, construction and addetermine workforce demands glob-
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ally as well as on a regional level and
make certain we are addressing those
needs. We have to ensure that we are
filling any gaps that might exist.”
Through these efforts, TCSG acts
as a vital asset for enhancing the state’s
capacity to meet the educational and
training needs of its citizens while driving economic growth and innovation.
The system’s focus on practical,
hands-on training means that students
graduate with a deep understanding
of their field, equipped with both the
academic knowledge and the practical
skills needed in today’s job market.
According to Dozier, TCSG has
