PR2017 Oct 23

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October 23, 2017

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SHELTON STATE HOSTS TECHNICAL PREVIEW EVENTS

Tuscaloosa, Alabama – Shelton State Community College will offer previews of all technical and health services programs on the Fredd Campus and the Martin Campus. Preview Night on the C.A. Fredd Campus will be held on Thursday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. Preview Night on the Martin Campus will be Tuesday, November 14 at 6:00 p.m. Both events are free to the public and all are invited to attend.

As Tuscaloosa’s community college, Shelton State provides career opportunities and a true college town experience. Opportunities are available in various technical and health services programs on both campuses. Programs at the Martin Campus include air conditioning and refrigeration, business office management and technology, computerized numerical control, cosmetology, diesel mechanics, electrical technology, engineering graphics and design technology, nursing, industrial electronics, industrial maintenance, logistics/supply chain management, machine tool technology, welding, and wellness. Programs at the Fredd Campus include automotive service technology, child development, culinary arts, health information technology, and respiratory therapy.

“These preview opportunities allow prospective students to learn more about the exciting career pathways available at Shelton State,” said TJ Smith, Director of Recruitment. “Students are often unaware of many high-demand, high-wage career possibilities in West Alabama and surrounding areas, and we hope to change that.”

Guests will be able to apply for admission to the College, receive financial aid and scholarship information, and register to win a full-tuition scholarship waiver. To register, visit sheltonstate.edu/previewday.

For more information on technical or health services programs at Shelton State, visit sheltonstate.edu.

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