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The Heavy Equipment program from Nunez Community College’s Workforce Division graduated its second cohort of completers March 31 on the Nunez campus.
Six students received the following 14 industry certifications upon completing the eight-week course:
- NCCER – Core Construction Skills
- NCCER – Heavy Equipment Level 1
- OSHA 10 – Construction
- MSHA – New Miner
- American Heart Association – CPR/First Aid/AED
- Aerial Manlift – Scissor Lift
- Basic Rigging
- 8-Hour Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Field Safety Orientation Training
- Forklift Operation – Straight Mast and Extended (2)
- HAZWOPER
- Incipient Firefighting – Fire Safety (2)
- Trenching & Excavation
The graduates included:
- Hasaan Cousan of St. Bernard Parish
- Derrick Echols of St. Bernard Parish
- Keny Fuentes of Jefferson Parish
- Jason Johnson of St. Tammany Parish
- Celeste Mays of St. Bernard Parish
- Haydon Strother of Livingston Parish
Jennifer Haas, a recruitment specialist for Complete Logistical Services in Arabi, spoke to the grads before and during the graduation ceremony, describing their tremendous employment prospects thanks to their newly-earned certifications. She told the group that the local construction industry is hungry for qualified employees, and that new employees are routinely hired for $23 per hour or more.
Nunez is gearing up to offer its next Heavy Equipment course in May. For more details contact Brian Gibson at 504-278-6420 or bgibson@nunez.edu.
Registration is also open for both the Summer and Fall 2023 terms at Nunez.edu.
About Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a student-centered institution that delivers relevant and innovative curriculum integrating the arts, sciences, and humanities leading to academic credentials and workforce opportunities. Nunez serves a vital role in the community by engaging with partners to support student success and personal growth. Nunez Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Nunez Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Nunez is located at 3710 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA. For more information, visit www.nunez.edu.
