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**EDC Offers Full Scholarships for Manufacturing Training Program at EFSC**

Brevard County residents have a unique opportunity to advance their careers in manufacturing through the Certified Production Technician (CPT) program. Organized by the Economic Development Commission (EDC) of Florida's Space Coast, this program offers full scholarships for qualified applicants interested in pursuing a manufacturing career.

The CPT course, held at Eastern Florida State College (EFSC), provides essential training for individuals seeking to develop skills in manufacturing. It is specifically designed for current manufacturing employees, U.S. military veterans, recent high school graduates, and adults looking for a career change into the manufacturing field.

The application deadline for the scholarship is January 6, 2025. Interested residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to take advantage of this free training opportunity.

For more information and to apply, visit [SeeMFG.com](http://SeeMFG.com).

This initiative reflects the EDC's commitment to developing the workforce and supporting the manufacturing industry on Florida's Space Coast.

#CPT #ManufacturingCareers #FreeTraining #FloridasSpaceCoast #EconomicDevelopment

Source: Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast | Rockledge FL | Facebook

Source Type: Business

Source Location:

Melbourne

6525 3rd Street, Suite 304, Rockledge, FL

https://www.facebook.com/731074012391563/posts/976305721201723

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