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Family-sustaining careers, that provide a good income, are available without the need for a traditional four-year degree and with little to no student debt. Employers are currently seeking these highly skilled jobs in Cumberland County.

Discover how a variety of post-high school options can give students a competitive edge in the job market by watching the video below from Citrus College.

Learn about these innovative careers in advanced manufacturing, heavy equipment and healthcare here. Current career training for in-demand occupations is available at:

Harrisburg Area Community College
One HACC Dr, Harrisburg PA 17110
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Harrisburg University
326 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
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New Heavy Equipment, Transportation & Logistics Program:

A new program at Cumberland Valley High School (CVHS) focused on the growing needs for jobs related to heavy equipment, transportation and logistics is available for high school students in the region.

The program will be held at CVHS and taught by Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC). Students will learn about industry requirements, career pathways, and opportunities in the heavy equipment, transportation and logistics industry. Participants will earn their OSHA 10 Safety Credential and First Aid and Safety Certification. A field trip to a local employer is included. Volvo Construction Equipment also donated a heavy equipment simulator for the program.

The program, which is geared toward juniors and seniors, is open to students who attend Cumberland Valley, Cumberland-Perry Area Vocational Technical School or any other high school in the area. Interested students should contact David Gilbert, the Supervisor of College & Career Pathways at CV at [email protected] or 717-506-3665.

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