7/20/2009
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A private grant has provided funds for unemployed men and women to re-train for careers in the marine industry at The Landing School.


ARUNDEL, ME—The Landing School is providing significant tuition support for displaced workers who want to re-train for a career in the marine industry by enrolling in the 2009-2010 school-year. Thanks to a generous grant from a private foundation, The Landing School is able to offer unemployed and recently laid-off workers from all industries who qualify for financial aid the opportunity to train for a new career affordably. Interested candidates should apply for both enrollment and financial aid immediately.

“We are very grateful to have received this grant money earmarked for displaced workers,” says Barry Acker, president of The Landing School. “As the economic climate improves, the marine industry will be in need of well-trained tradespeople to support its growth. The financial aid we can provide to eligible people now will foster experienced, productive workers ready to contribute to the industry next June.”

The Landing School offers five unique education and training programs designed to prepare students for careers in the marine industry. The Small Boats Program teaches contemporary and traditional wooden boat construction techniques. The Cruising Boats Program teaches modern wood composite boatbuilding. The Composites Program is a study in modern building materials through the construction of small composite boats and tooling. The Marine Systems Program teaches students to install, maintain and repair today’s increasingly complex boat systems. The Yacht Design Program provides the theory behind yacht design and the skills to put it into practice. Each program is a comprehensive, full-time, 10-month course. Many students spend one term at The Landing School and then begin careers in the marine industry; other students choose to take multiple programs over two or more years to develop a variety of valuable professional skills.

Each program has a maximum capacity for enrollment, and some programs may have already reached their respective capacities. Prospective students should contact an admissions officer (info@landingschool.edu or 207-985-7976) as soon as possible to inquire about availability of programs. The financial aid is distributed based on need, eligibility and availability of funds.

The Landing School, located in Arundel, Maine, is an accredited, full-time, post-secondary school that educates and trains people of all ages and backgrounds for careers in the marine industry. The School’s mission is to effectively prepare students to be practical designers, builders and systems technicians who work professionally on today’s vessels, adapt to the industry’s evolving technology and appreciate the traditions of the past. The Continuing Education branch of The School provides short courses to current marine professionals across North America. The Landing School provides more information about its programs online at www.landingschool.edu.
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