Workforce Development in Action: FAME Spring Showcase at Central Alabama Community College Monday, March 9 from 4-7 PM
📍 Location: Central Alabama Community College, 1320 Old Ridge Road, Prattville
📅 Date/Time: Monday, March 9 from 4:00–7:00 PM
🎟 Cost: Free & open to the public
🕒 Come and go anytime — no registration required
Come Explore High-Demand Careers in Advanced Manufacturing
The Spring Showcase connects students, job seekers, and families with real career pathways in advanced manufacturing — one of the fastest-growing sectors in our region. Attendees will see firsr-hand how CACC is partnering with our local industries to prepare residents in the region for quality jobs in the region--the CENTRAL FAME PROGRAM.
Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (F.A.M.E.)
This two-year technical associate degree prepares students for modern manufacturing careers through:
✅ Hands-on technical training
✅ Real-world industry experience
✅ Classroom + paid workplace learning
✅ In-demand skills employers need
F.A.M.E. students gain paid work experience with leading manufacturing partners while completing their degree. Many participants significantly offset — or even fully cover — their education costs through wages earned in the program, financial aid opportunities and grants.
Who Should Attend?
High school seniors and recent graduates
Industires seeking stable, high-growth industries
Transitioning military members
Individuals interested in maintenance or manufacturing careers
Parents exploring career pathways with their students
What You’ll Experience
Industry partners will be on site sharing how F.A.M.E. students are gaining valuable, real-world experience while completing their degrees — and how these partnerships are building a stronger regional workforce.
"Autauga County is committed to growing local talent, supporting business and industry, and creating opportunity for our residents — because when our workforce thrives, our entire community succeeds," Chairman Jay Thompson, Autauga County Commission.