Job Training

Introduction

GRCC’s Job Training programs provide a quality learning experience for students pursuing job skills for employment, using year-round instruction with multiple starting dates and hands-on curriculum. These non-term programs prepare an individual for a job immediately upon completion, with learning over approximately 18 weeks for 34 hours a week. When an individual is ready to continue their educational pathway, many of these programs are designed to articulate into GRCC’s associate degree programs.  Job Training programs include national certifications and offer opportunities for students to earn multiple credentials.

Contact: Tassell M-TEC Career Advancement Center
Phone: (616) 234-3800
E-mail: training@grcc.edu 
Website: grcc.edu/jobtraining

Information Sessions

Information Sessions are presented every Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the Tassell M-TEC. Sessions provide information on programs offered, support services, enrollment process, financial aid, and employment outlook. Tours are available at the end of each Information Session which allow individuals to see the labs, ask questions of Job Training staff, and decide which Job Training fits each individual’s needs.

Enrollment Information

Admission/Tuition

grcc.edu/jobtraining/applytojobtraining

Job Training programs are approximately 18 weeks in length, class meets 34 hours per week, and classes begin throughout the year.

For current Job Training In-District and Out-of-District tuition rates, please visit tuition rates & fees.

Refunds

A student must initiate a refund by dropping a class via the Online Center or by going to the Tassell M-TEC Career Advancement Center to obtain assistance with the online process. The percentage of tuition refunded to the students who drop classes will be calculated for each class based on (1) the number of calendar days (including weekends) between the class start date and the end date (regardless of the number of days the class has met and/or the student has attended and (2) the date the drop is initiated by the student. Exceptions shall be made when the College cancels a class.

The following College fees will be refunded based on the same percentage as the tuition refund schedule: Technology Fee, Facility Maintenance Fee, Campus Activity Fee and Course Fees.

Please be advised that dropping a program may permanently affect eligibility for financial aid.

Financial Aid

GRCC Job Training programs have a broad range of financial aid resources available to you. Job Training staff can assist you in accessing financial resources for tuition. All students are encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing an application for Federal Student Aid at a minimum of one month before your selected program begins. GRCC staff can process a financial needs analysis and determine your eligibility for financial aid.

By combining federal, state, college and community-based resources, we can help design a financial aid package to meet the majority of your financial needs.

Contact: Tassell M-TEC Career Advancement Center
Phone: (616) 234-3800
E-mail: training@grcc.edu 
Website: grcc.edu/jobtraining

Academic Policies

Standards of Progress

Students are expected to achieve satisfactory academic progress in their studies at Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC).  Job Training is a clock hour program that offers a Certificate of Completion to students who complete 70% of the course objectives with 90% attendance in 612 hours.

All students are evaluated on objectives complete and hours attended for satisfactory academic progress.  Satisfactory academic progress happens twice: once at the scheduled midpoint of the program in hours and objectives, and once at the scheduled end date of the program in hours and objectives.  Students who do not achieve satisfactory performance may be dismissed after appropriate committee consideration. 

Grading Policy

Job Training uses the following grading policy based on attendance and accomplishment of specific performance objectives:

Evaluation Policy

Students will be evaluated on accomplishment of specific performance objectives.  A listing of performance objectives is available from Job Training instructors.  Students must complete a minimum of 70 percent of the monthly objectives to maintain enrollment status.  Participants who fall below the 70 percent minimum will receive notice of unsatisfactory performance and be given a probationary period to bring their performance to a satisfactory level.

Termination

Any Job Training student unable to complete the minimum amount of course objectives after the probationary period will be re-evaluated and may possibly terminated from the program.

Attendance

The faculty and administration of Grand Rapids Community College believes that regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for the education of every student. Faculty also recognize that circumstances sometimes prevent students from attending classes regularly. However, the College administration sees excessive absenteeism as a very serious matter and a precursor for job failure.  In accordance with GRCC policy 8.8 regarding Attendance, Job Training students are subject to the following attendance policy.

Job Training students will be expected to adhere to the following rules during their Job Training Program:

• Attendance is taken daily by Professor.  All absences, tardiness and/or leaving early are documented.
• After 17 hours of absences, tardiness and/or leaving early, regardless of the reason, students receive a verbal and/or written warning from the faculty member.
• After 34 hours of absences, tardiness and/or leaving early, regardless of the reason, the student will receive a written notice of unsatisfactory attendance from the faculty member, and a meeting will be held to review the steps necessary to correct attendance situations.
• If a student exceeds 61 hours of absences, tardiness and/or leaving early, the student may be dismissed from their Job Training program. Appropriate student funding sources will be notified when this action is taken.  Students who are dismissed maintain the right to appeal this decision.

• No more than 61 clock hours of excused absences is permitted; any absences over 61 hours must be made up, with the Instructor’s supervision.

GRCC also recognizes that certain circumstances may prohibit students from attending class.  If a student has documentation indicating that an absence is a result of a medical emergency or personal illness, death in the family, jury duty or court appearance, or military service, such documentation should be submitted as soon as possible after the missed class(es), and will be considered by the faculty member in determining whether the absence shall be excused.  If the absence is deemed to be excused, the documentation shall be maintained in the student’s Job Training file.  Absences due to incarceration, vehicle trouble, etc. are generally not deemed excusable.

Any student missing two weeks of class (8 consecutive absences) will be dismissed for unsatisfactory attendance, subject to appeal as outlined above.

Students must understand, nevertheless, that they may not be able to make up course work. Attendance enhances the learning environment by actively taking part in the class. Absences slow down the effectiveness of teaching and decrease the value of these accelerated Job Training programs.

Classroom/Lab Requirements

GRCC Job Training students must adhere to all classroom/lab rules of conduct and safety requirements. It is recommended that students dress in a manner that would be acceptable to prospective employers.

In areas such as laboratories, where there may be potential for accidental injury, students will be required to wear safety glasses and/or other protective clothing. The instructor will clarify these requirements.

Student Services

Job Placement

Job Training programs are specifically designed to meet the requirements of area business and industry.  The Job Training instructors and staff works with all students in establishing employment goals, good work habits, and effective job-seeking skills.  The importance of attendance, attitude, peer relationships, and the ability to follow instructions is emphasized.

Job Training offers multiple job possibilities by exposing students to a cluster of occupations, providing greater employment options in an ever-changing market. The transferability of the skills developed is also increased by placing emphasis on the learning process as well as on the skill itself.

Veterans Regulations

Job Training courses are VA certified. Veterans planning to use their benefits while attending GRCC Job Training should be aware of federally and institutionally enforced regulations. To retain certification by GRCC, a Veteran must maintain satisfactory progress as identified for financial aid in the program attempted. For more information, contact the Leslie E. Tassell Career Advance Center at (616) 234-3800 or the VA office at 1-800-827-1996.  Please click here for the Job Training Application Checklist for Veteran Students.