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Apprenticeship Office

Northeast State Apprenticeships

Office of Apprenticeship Vision


The vision for the Office of Apprenticeship is to intentionally partner with employers that desire high quality training programs. 

 

A montage of apprenticeship opportunities

 

Office of Apprenticeship Mission


The mission of the Office of Apprenticeship is to strategically empower partnerships with employers.  These apprenticeships provide the development of their employees to the highest possible level of job performance. We will continue to provide a robust system that produces a highly skilled workforce for the region. 

 

Meet Our Staff


Dawn Carter

Dawn Carter
Apprenticeship Director

Dawn is serving RCAM as the new Apprenticeship Director. She has been with Northeast State for twelve years, previously serving in various student success positions. As Apprenticeship Director, she will coordinate the office's daily operations and support Apprenticeship programs across the college. Dawn has a passion for connecting business and industry groups to the college.

Dawn holds a BBA from King University and a Master’s degree from ETSU in Educational Leadership.

Cindy Necessary

Cindy Necessary
Industry Training & Credentialing Coordinator

Cindy is an experienced HR professional with a comprehensive understanding of human resources, talent acquisition and daily business operations. Her expertise includes recruitment, hiring processes, benefits administration, training and development, grant development, and building multiple apprenticeship programs.

She holds a BS in Organizational Management and an MA in Education—Adult Concentration from Tusculum University.

Jo Starling

Jo Starling
Programs & Services Coordinator

Jo serves as the RCAM Programs and Services Coordinator and collaborates with industry partners to arrange customized industrial training. She organizes and integrates instructor schedules, maintains employee contracts and hires industrial professionals as instructors for RCAM. Jo has served the College for over nine years and was the Executive Assistant to the VP of Economic & Workforce Development prior to her current position. Additionally, Jo has held positions as a Merchandise Control Manager in the textile industry as well as positions in Level 5 Logistics & Supply Chain during her eight years of service with the United States Air Force.

Dallas Drinnon

Dallas Drinnon
Administrative Assistant

Dallas Drinnon is the Administrative Assistant to the Office of Apprenticeship. She is an alumni of Northeast State Community College with an Associate’s Degree in general studies, and is currently working on a bachelor’s in human resources. She provides support to the Apprenticeship Director, and assists in the functions of the Apprenticeship Program. Dallas is passionate about helping people reach their full potential.

 

Upcoming Events


Apprenticeship Week Celebration
Thursday, November 21, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m
RCAM
305 W. Main Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660

 

Other Resources


 

Contact Information


Email us: Apprenticeship@NortheastState.edu

Dawn Carter
Apprenticeship Director
ADCarter@NortheastState.edu
423-354-2530

Cindy Necessary
Industry Training & Credentialing Coordinator
CSNecessary@NortheastState.edu
423-354-5276

Jo Starling
Programs & Services Coordinator
jastarling@northeaststate.edu

Dallas Drinnon
Administrative Assistant, Office of Apprenticeship
LADrinnon@northeaststate.edu
423-354-5149

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Northeast State Community College, a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. For questions or concerns, please contact the Affirmative Action Officer.