Lamar University CICE: GTEC and Lamar University have developed a strategic partnership to provide workforce development training at the state-of-the-art Center for Innovation Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (CICE).
The GTEC/LU CICE workforce training center and program is a precedent because it is the first- time a traditional four-year university has designed and implemented a short-term training program specifically around the needs of key industries and government.
Lamar University CICE Facts
Training initiative provided by the Lamar University Center for Innovation, Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (CICE) and the Golden Triangle Empowerment Center (GTEC)
- 10-week or less training process
- CICE Workforce Training is positioned to help meet some of the workforce needs for billions of dollars in current and future regional projects
- CICE Workforce Training prepares participants for placement and long-term employment in the construction, maritime and hospitality industries.
- Lamar CICE and GTEC have developed partnerships with industry, contractors, and ports.
- Training program has been recognized by our industry partners
- Job readiness and life skills training is provided
- Participants eligible to receive nationally recognized certifications including NCCER
• Upon completing all training participants eligible to receive job placement assistance
