Today’s careers in manufacturing and the trades require highly skilled and trained employees. This innovative program combines seamlessly the best of vocational training and a traditional college education by enabling trades and manufacturing-oriented students to enroll full-time as traditional undergraduates with all of the benefits of college life while focusing their studies on a chosen trade. After completing an industry recognized credential, generally in 12-18 months, these students can enter the workforce immediately into well-paying careers if they so choose. Or, they will be able to participate in a Learn and Earn program where they could earn an immediate income in a real job while continuing on to finish their degree.