Geospatial Workforce Training Program (GWTP)

The Geospatial Workforce Training Program, funded by the Butte County Private Industry Council, will provide 16 weeks (4-5 days per week) of in-depth, up-to-date training in geospatial technology. Under this umbrella are:

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Remote Sensing
  • Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
  • Location Based Services (LBS)

Students who complete the 402 hours of course training and 120 hours of paid internship, and who pass an examination will earn a GIS Technician Certification. Participants accepted into the program will receive the training and required workbooks at no cost.

Tentative Dates

Session 1: October 27 to February 18, 2010
Session 2: February 24 to June 15, 2010

Program Flyer (download pdf)
Program Application (download pdf)

To Apply: Contact Greg Duncan at the Chico One-Stop
For more information contact Chris Lewis, Training Manager

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