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Durham Tech is among 10 community colleges selected to spearhead the statewide expansion of high-impact electrical workforce training.
The Careers Electric™ Training Network, announced in February, aims to increase enrollment in Electrical Systems Technology programs by 20 percent at each selected community college over the next three years. The initiative aims to bridge the critical electrical skills gap and prepare workers for the state’s rapidly growing energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors, according to the North Carolina Community College System.
In addition to Durham Tech, community colleges selected from 32 applicants are:
- Cape Fear Community College
- Catawba Valley Community College
- Central Piedmont Community College
- Forsyth Technical Community College
- Gaston College
- Nash Community College
- Pitt Community College
- Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
- Wilkes Community College
Each institution will receive up to $250,000 to modernize curriculum, enhance recruitment, and provide student support services, according to the North Carolina Community College System. The Careers Electric ™ initiative was launched by the Siemens Foundation.
“At Durham Technical Community College, we see the Careers Electric™ Training Network as more than a workforce initiative — it is a catalyst for transforming how we prepare talent for a rapidly evolving economy,” said Kara Battle, the College’s vice president and chief academic officer. “By aligning education, industry, and innovation, we are not only addressing today’s electrical workforce needs but building a future-ready talent pipeline that will power North Carolina’s growth for generations.”
Careers Electric™ Training Network will benefit Durham Tech's Electrical Systems and Renewable Energy programs, said Chris O’Riordan-Adjah, dean of the College’s Building, Engineering and Skilled Trades pathway.
“This opportunity will not only strengthen our program but also create room for expansion — particularly for students who are usually waitlisted,” he said. “Given the rapid growth in this field, driven by both state and national demand, we see Durham Tech positioned at the forefront of delivering solutions and helping meet this demand.”
By aligning and modernizing training, the colleges will prepare North Carolinians over the next decade for essential roles in the state’s workforce.
“I am incredibly proud of the 10 colleges selected for this critical initiative, and we are greatly encouraged by the strong turnout of 32 proposals, demonstrating the system’s commitment to this effort," said Jeff Cox, president of the North Carolina Community College System. “These 10 colleges represent the geographic and industrial diversity of our state, and by scaling the Careers Electric™ model, we are ensuring that North Carolina is equipped to provide students with the specialized skills needed for high-paying and high-demand careers.”