Today, Governor Katie Hobbs joined Mohave College, community leaders, business leaders and elected officials from throughout Mohave County to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center (AMTC).
The Mohave College AMTC is a Future48 Workforce Accelerator at the Kingman Airport Industrial Park – just 15 minutes from the college’s Neal Campus-Kingman. The event also featured leaders from the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), who partnered with the College to launch the AMTC.
Governor Hobbs praised the college leadership and emphasized the importance of the AMTC for Arizona’s economy.
“When we first announced these facilities in 2023, our vision was to build a statewide network of workforce training centers. Today’s grand opening brings that vision to life – delivering hands-on skills training to prepare students in northwestern Arizona for careers in advanced manufacturing,” said Governor Katie Hobbs. “I’m grateful to Mohave College for their leadership, and to the Arizona Commerce Authority and our industry partners for their collaboration to launch this state-of-the-art training facility.”
Mohave College Board President Dr. Diane Singer and Interim College President Dr. Tim Culver echoed the Governor’s excitement about the impact of the center.
“The AMTC represents a giant step forward in workforce training for northwestern Arizona. We are excited to partner with local business and industry to ensure our students graduate with the skills employers need, while also strengthening the economic foundation of our region,” said Dr. Culver.
“The AMTC shows what can happen when the College, community leaders, elected officials and employers work together to help improve our communities and the lives of our students,” said Dr. Singer. “The AMTC is helping students learn skills that lead to good jobs right here at home, and that’s something we can all be proud of.”
The new 36,000-square-foot AMTC is already serving students and is ready to add more for training in high-demand careers that include in welding, HVAC, industrial maintenance, robotics, computer-aided drafting, and manufacturing fundamentals, just to name a few. More than 65 students are currently enrolled at the AMTC.
Event attendees had the opportunity to tour the advanced design labs and collaborative innovation spaces while learning how the Center will strengthen the regional and statewide workforce.
“We’re incredibly excited to celebrate the grand opening of this Future48 Workforce Accelerator, marking a major milestone for Mohave County and Arizona,” said Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “The Accelerator advances Arizona’s best-in-the-nation workforce readiness while creating more pathways to meaningful work for Arizonans. We’re grateful to Governor Hobbs, Mohave College and all our industry partners for their support and collaboration. “
The Advanced Manufacturing Training Center is part of Arizona’s Future48 Workforce Accelerator network, a collaboration between the state, the Arizona Commerce Authority, and community colleges to provide targeted workforce training aligned with industry needs.
Industry partners on the Accelerator include NUCOR Steel, Air Control HVAC, Phoenix Truck Driving, Progressive Pipe Fabricators, Shelves West, and the Kingman and Mohave Manufacturing Association (KAMMA).
With this milestone, Mohave College continues to expand opportunities for students while fueling economic prosperity across Mohave County and the state of Arizona.
For more information about the AMTC and available programs, please contact Dean of Career & Technical Education Jason Gee at JGee@Mohave.edu.
About Mohave College
Since 1971, Mohave College has been transforming lives by helping students earn degrees and certificates that lead to better careers and brighter futures. Most alumni stay right here in Mohave County, strengthening the local workforce, fueling economic growth, and giving back to the communities they call home. The College delivers an estimated $199 million annual economic impact to the region and supports over 3,000 jobs in industries ranging from healthcare to the arts. Alumni contribute $158 million each year in additional income to local communities, and 96% of graduates say Mohave prepared them well for their careers or further education. Whether you’re starting your journey or advancing your skills, Mohave College is here to help you own your future. Learn more at Mohave.edu/ImprovingLives.
In Photo (L-R): Keith Watkins – Arizona Commerce Authority, Nicole Bratley – Mohave College Board Member, Susan McAlpine – Mohave College Board Member, Dr. Diane Singer – Mohave College Board President, Governor Katie Hobbs, Dr. Tim Culver – Interim Mohave College President, Dr. Stacy Klippenstein – Former Mohave College President, Travis Lingenfelter, Mohave County Supervisor, Jason Gee – Mohave College Dean of Career & Technical Education.
Governor Hobbs tours Mohave College AMTC, talks with students and instructors about their programs and classes.