I am pleased to welcome you to the Skilled Trades Education Program (STEP) at Camp Manatoc. This program represents an important investment in hands-on learning, workforce development, and career exploration for young people. We look forward to the positive impact STEP will have on participants and the opportunities it will open for continued skilled trades education.
-- Patrick Scherer, CEO
We have something transformative – a Skilled Trades Education Center where young people can discover their strengths, learn valuable hands-on skills, and step confidently into careers that support their families and our community. This project is more than bricks and mortar - it’s about building futures, closing opportunity gaps, and creating a stronger Northeast Ohio for everyone. Please browse our pages and contact the Program Director to learn more.
Businesses struggle to find enough skilled talent for their job openings and high school graduates are increasingly searching for career paths beyond the expensive college option. This program introduces youth to a strong, viable career path in the trades while avoiding heavy college loans.