Provider name:

Spartanburg Community College

Provider description:

Have a personal interest to learn something new or looking for professional development, training or certification without going through a full college academic program? SCC's Workforce Development Division is here for you, to help you expand your skills and career by providing training in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union counties. International, national and state recognized standards for certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are granted to students who successfully complete occupational and developmental courses.

Program name:

Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Program description:

Be on the move and learn a new skill that will increase your opportunities in the workforce. You will learn the correct care and use of sitdown forklift. You will be trained using OSHA's Powered Industrial Truck Standard OSHA Standard 1910.178, forklift design limitations, use in material handling, pre-operation check, operator skills and accident prevention. Class provides hands on operation for sitdown forklift. You will receive a 3-year certification in forklift safety, preventative maintenance and driving operation skills. Certification is for sitd-own operation. Federal law requires individuals be at least 18 years of age or older to drive a forklift. Closed toe shoes are required during class.

Program URL:

https://www.sccsc.edu/academics/industrial-trade/forklift-training---sitdown---non-credit/

Description of business partnerships:

Various private businesses for job placement

Year first offered:

2010

Student teacher ratio:

1:4

If any, what are the prerequisites for this program?

None

Total Cost:

$300.00