EMERG Student Outreach Program

EMERG Student Outreach Program

For EMERG, the term “students” includes all those that could potentially enter the materials protection industry. This includes students in primary and secondary schools, students in high schools, community colleges, and universities, as well as veterans and adults transitioning into the industry at older ages. Students can enter this model at any point in the life cycle.

EMERG Student Outreach Program
EMERG is an acronym that defines a life cycle in which AMPP hopes to:

ENGAGE with students at an early age (Kindergarten – 8th grade) to introduce the industry in a fun and engaging manner. Engagement will continue as students progress through primary and secondary grade levels.

Once students enter high school, the goal is to MAGNETIZE (this is an intentional play-on-words as the goal is to attract the students to the industry) the students by providing them with information regarding the benefits of a career in coatings and corrosion control.

Once students are attracted to the industry, it becomes time to EDUCATE them appropriately. This can be through several channels. EMERG is working in partnership with community colleges and universities to help define the core competencies that the industry would like to see out of graduates and then assist to provide the content for curriculum. AMPP is also working to create a new program to provide vocational training to the high school student that would like to pursue a career in the skilled trades as a craft worker. EMERG also provides education and certification opportunities for veterans.

After entering the industry, AMPP will work to provide continuous opportunities to RAISE skill sets through professional development opportunities such as attending conferences and workshops, attending additional training courses, contributing to the creation of standards, etc.

EMERG will work to provide opportunities for those in the industry to GUIDE the younger generation by providing the tools to ENGAGE with young students locally by speaking in classrooms, judging science fairs, etc. as the EMERG life cycle begins again on itself.

AMPP Fall Classic Golf Tournament

AMPP Fall Classic Golf Tournament

Mark your calendars for Monday, October 2, 2023 at Houston National Golf Club, and help support training for military veterans. Proceeds from the tournament support the Workforce Development Program, providing training and certification to qualified veterans. Registration for the tournament opens soon. Please contact Heather Lowry at 281-228-6205 for sponsorship opportunities.

Workforce Development Program

Workforce Development Program for U.S. Veterans

Our program helps qualified and interested veterans receive training and support to start a career in the corrosion and protective coatings industry. Participants have a choice of training paths, leading up to a Level I certification, that includes travel and lodging expenses during training. They are then matched with a mentor to provide a knowledge base, counsel on career options, and assist with opportunities for networking.

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Darrel D. Byerley & Phil Calvo Memorial Golf Tournament

Darrel D. Byerley & Phil Calvo Memorial Golf Tournament

Enjoy a relaxing day with conference attendees and raise funds to support the EMERG Program. This annual event offers excellent networking opportunities and supports EMERG initiatives. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Heather Lowry at 281-228-6205 for more information.

Programs for students

Information on EMERG scholarships, awards, and our Travel Assistance Program for conference attendees.

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Program for teachers

Information on resources for teachers including the EMERG Student Camp, resources for teachers, and our cKit™.

How We Help Teachers

Programs for veterans

Information on our program to support the transition of U.S. Veterans into the coatings and corrosion industry.

How We Help Veterans

AMPP Diversity and Inclusion Grant

Information on our annual Diversity and Inclusion Grant.

See If You Qualify

Donate or volunteer

Information about opportunities to support the program through volunteering or donation.

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Fundraising events

Information about our fundraising events including the Fall Classic Tournament, the Byerley & Calvo Memorial Tournament, and the EMERGing Leaders Bash.

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