Join Us at the Next EPCE Coalition Meeting!

On Oct. 18, 2021, The Energy Providers Coalition for Education (EPCE) plans to return to an in person coalition meeting, co-located with the Experience Power Conference at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

There is no cost to attend the EPCE Semi-Annual Coalition Meeting. EPCE members also receive complimentary passes to select Experience Power networking events, workforce development sessions and the exhibit hall where you get hands-on access to the latest technologies & proven equipment. The Experience Power Conference dates are Oct. 18-21, 2021.

The EPCE Coalition Meeting brings EPCE members and utility professionals from around the country together to discuss advances, challenges, and solutions in energy education and training.

Join Us to:

Discover education and training resources to support your talent development initiatives
Discuss current workforce and employee development, topics with industry peers and experts
Devise actionable methods to build a diverse and skilled internal pipeline of talented employees
Learn how industry peers leverage EPCE online education to develop critical workforce skills
Network with industry peers

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BSC and ND Rural Water Systems Association partner to offer apprenticeship program

Water and wastewater systems operations specialists are vital to communities for access to clean drinking water. Over the next decade, the water sector is expected to lose 30 to 50 percent of the workforce to retirement. In response to this workforce need, Bismarck State College (BSC) and the North Dakota Rural Water Systems Association (NDRWSA) have partnered to offer a Water Systems Operations Specialist Apprenticeship online program.

“Knowledgeable employees are critical to water utilities. This apprenticeship program provides a structured path to begin a successful career in the industry,” says Erik Volk, NDRWSA executive director.

The two-year curriculum is comprised of non-credit courses from BSC in addition to on-the-job training, related instruction and paid work experience. Furthermore, the program has a flexible schedule, with online courses offered in a format that allows individuals to maintain a full-time work schedule and complete courses at the same time. There is also an opportunity to have the cost of the program reimbursed by the NDRWSA upon completion.

“The curriculum is a self-paced, block-style outline with lectures, interactive animations and self-checks. The courses are designed to assist new operators with licensing exams and possible career advancement,” says BSC National Energy Center of Excellence Department Chair Kyren Miller.

This apprenticeship program, approved by the National Rural Water Association, is ideal for someone newly hired or currently working in the water industry and courses count towards required professional development hours. Participants earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs) from the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. The number of credits is determined by the courses taken.

To learn more about the program, course descriptions, costs and registration information visit bismarckstate.edu/NRWAapprenticeship.

Earn a Degree or Certificate in Power Systems Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) offers Graduate Certificates and Degrees in Power Systems Engineering Protection and Control and Renewable and Distributed Power Systems. These ccourses are highly-specialized for engineers looking to update their skills (specifically with regards to protection and control), and better position themselves for greater job responsibilities and promotions. If you are not sure you want to commit to a full certificate, you can take an individual course to try it out.

With our online programs, the student will:

Receive the same world-class instruction as our on-campus students, delivered by expert WPI faculty

Earn the same certification and degrees as their on-campus counterparts

Be assigned a Student Success Manager

Have access to on-campus resources

Have the benefit of 24/7 access to their courses

All potential students can take a course before they apply. WPI allows students to take up to two courses before officially applying to the program. And as an added bonus, all EPCE member employees receive a 10% dicount on tuition!

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Congratulations to the EPCE Graduating Class of 2021!

Fall Start Dates

Clemson University Wednesday, August 18

Bismarck State College
Monday, August 23

WPI
Wednesday, August 25

Excelsior College Monday, August 30

Dont miss out. Start advancing your career today! >>>

Advance Your Career with EPCE Certificate Programs

EPCE has partnered with Excelsior College to provide Leadership and Project Management Certificates designed to equip workers with skills needed in the energy industry. These prescribed courses will help you build the skills and confidence needed to inspire, motivate, influence, and lead your team to success.

EPCE Certificates offered in Leadership and Project Management. Certificates will be awarded by EPCE upon completion of the required courses, and each certificate aligns with an Excelsior undergraduate or graduate degree program, creating a seamless pathway if the ultimate educational goal is degree completion.

As a partnership certificate program student, you do not need to be enrolled in a degree program. Up to 20% on certificates for EPCE member employees.

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EPCE Members in the News

Grid workforce training center opened by Entergy in Mississippi

Duke Energy commits $300,000 to support internship programs for minority college students

Nuclear Power Continues To Break Records In Safety And Generation

ComEd Reports Continued Growth in Clean Energy Job Training and Placements

Credit for Prior Learning

Did you know that you can receive credit for previous learning accomplishments, on the job training, industry certifications, military training, and prior college courses? Find out more:

Bismarck State College

Excelsior College

BISMARCK STATE NOW ENROLLING YEAR ROUND!

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