When you enter the Chemical Laboratory Technician Program, you will set yourself on a direct path to a career as a laboratory technician. You will start by completing 14 credit hours and earning the pre-apprenticeship microcredential. Then, you will apply for a part- or full-time, paid apprenticeship position. Once you complete the 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and meet apprenticeship competencies, you will receive a certificate of completion. You will then be ready to enter the workforce or continue toward degree completion.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> \u201cIn a rapidly changing economy, micro-credentialing has emerged as a time-saving<\/strong> and cost-effective<\/strong> method to help learners get recognition<\/strong> for their skills.\u201d Missouri Western has developed several microcredentials that will have a direct impact on the regional workforce, by providing individuals with real skills that make them desirable employees. Preliminary research has shown that earning a microcredential can \u201clead to job promotions, higher wages, and an increase in self-confidence\u201d for individuals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/i> Tinsley, B., Cacicio, S., Shah, Z., Parker, D., Younge, O. & Luke Luna C. (2022, March).<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> You must complete four<\/strong> courses to meet the microcredential requirements.<\/p>\n Required Courses:<\/strong><\/p>\n Choose One:<\/strong><\/p>\n Prerequisite:<\/strong><\/p>\n All applicants must have an ACT math subscore of 22 or 70% on the Missouri Western math placement exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Direct Path<\/span><\/h3>\n
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