About this episode

This episode discusses a new HVAC pre-apprentice training program for inmates at Hamilton County Jail.

In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, PHCC Indiana’s Chuck Gillespie (right) and PHCC Foundation’s Dan Quinonez (left) discuss a new re-entry training program at the Hamilton County Jail. The pilot program uses PHCC Academy’s HVAC pre-apprentice curriculum, along with hands-on press training, to help inmates build skills, earn certificates, and prepare for guaranteed job interviews after completing the course. Quinonez and Gillespie also discuss why the trades are well-suited for second-chance opportunities, how the program could help address workforce shortages, and what success might look like as the initiative grows.

People in this episode

Guests: Chuck Gillespie, Dan Quinonez

Topics covered

• HVAC training
• re-entry programs
• workforce development
• inmate rehabilitation
• trades education

Keywords

• HVAC
• pre-apprentice training
• inmates
• job interviews
• workforce shortages
• trades

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: PHCC Indiana, PHCC Foundation

Places: Hamilton County Jail

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