STC President Highlights Workforce Focus of New Avionics Program
· Texas Border Business
Dr. Ricardo Solis, president of South Texas College, announced the launch of a new avionics technician program aimed at enhancing workforce education in the Rio Grande Valley. The program, introduced at Weslaco Midvalley Airport, is a collaboration between the college, the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County Precinct 1, and the airport. It focuses on preparing students for careers in aviation technology through hands-on training and an industry-aligned curriculum. The program offers two tracks: one for high school students and another for adults, with certification achievable in five to six months. Solis emphasized the importance of aligning education with workforce needs.
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