Skills, Certifications and Career Opportunities: ATDM Success Stories
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The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program is preparing the next generation of skilled workers for the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base. With an 85% job placement rate and graduates from nearly every state, ATDM is creating real career opportunities. In this episode, recent graduates Dylan Carter and Angel Gallaher describe how the program equipped them with technical expertise, industry certifications and career-ready confidence.
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Chapters
1. ATDM Program Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Dylan's Journey From Warehouse to Welding (00:03:15)
3. Obtaining 14 Welding Certifications (00:08:44)
4. Securing a Career, Not Just a Job (00:13:42)
5. Angel's Path Through Metrology Training (00:14:42)
6. Building Community and Looking Forward (00:19:42)
7. Final Thoughts on Graduation Day (00:22:30)
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