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BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions Recognizes Apprentices Completing Development Program
Overview of Apprenticeship Completion
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions recently honored five apprentices who successfully completed its North American Apprenticeship Development Program. This milestone was celebrated during the recognition event held at Tri-County Technical College’s Oconee Campus.
Event Details
- Program: North American Apprenticeship Development Program
- Cohort: Sixth
- Recognition Date: Tuesday (specific date not provided)
- Location: Tri-County Technical College, Oconee Campus
Emphasis on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Quality Education (SDG 4)
The apprenticeship program aligns with SDG 4 by providing quality technical education and skill development opportunities to apprentices, enhancing their employability and expertise in environmental catalyst and metal solutions.
Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
By facilitating workforce development through structured apprenticeships, BASF contributes to SDG 8, promoting sustained, inclusive economic growth and productive employment.
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
The program supports SDG 9 by fostering innovation and building resilient infrastructure through the development of skilled professionals in advanced environmental technologies.
Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)
The collaboration between BASF and Tri-County Technical College exemplifies SDG 17 by strengthening partnerships to achieve sustainable development through education and workforce training initiatives.
Conclusion
BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions’ recognition of its apprenticeship graduates underscores the company’s commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through education, economic growth, innovation, and partnerships.
1. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Addressed or Connected
- SDG 4: Quality Education – The article discusses an apprenticeship development program, which relates to ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – The recognition of apprentices completing a development program ties into promoting sustained, inclusive economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
2. Specific Targets Under Those SDGs
- SDG 4 Targets:
- Target 4.3: Ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education, including university.
- Target 4.4: Increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship.
- SDG 8 Targets:
- Target 8.6: Reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training.
- Target 8.5: Achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including young people and persons with disabilities.
3. Indicators Mentioned or Implied to Measure Progress
- Indicator 4.3.1: Participation rate of youth and adults in formal and non-formal education and training in the previous 12 months, by sex.
- Indicator 4.4.1: Proportion of youth and adults with information and communications technology (ICT) skills, by type of skill.
- Indicator 8.6.1: Proportion of youth not in education, employment or training.
- Indicator 8.5.2: Unemployment rate, by sex, age and persons with disabilities.
4. Table of SDGs, Targets and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
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| SDG 4: Quality Education |
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| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth |
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Source: upstatetoday.com
