Workforce Development at Bishop State

We are proud to celebrate our newest class of Transmission Pre-Apprentice Lineworker graduates at Bishop State Community College!

Each student has successfully completed a rigorous training program and earned industry-recognized credentials, including:

🚛 CDL Class A License
⚠️ OSHA 10 Certification
❤️ CPR Certification
🔌 Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) Certification

These graduates are now prepared to step into high-demand careers in the energy and utility industry, equipped with the skills, safety training, and professionalism needed to succeed.

👏 Congratulations graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have paid off, and we are excited to see you move forward into the workforce and build strong careers.


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🎉 Congratulations to Kalel Hernandez, Recipient of the 2026 John Burge Memorial Scholarship! 🎉

The Bishop State Workforce Development Department would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the John Burge family for their continued support of our Lineworker Program. Through their generosity, nearly $28,000 in scholarships has been awarded to deserving students, helping them achieve their career goals and build brighter futures.

John Burge, a dedicated Alabama Power lineworker and proud Marine Corps veteran, tragically lost his life in a vehicle accident in December 2018. Known for his strong work ethic, passion for the trade, and commitment to serving others, John’s legacy lives on through the John Burge Memorial Scholarship, established by his family and friends.

This year’s scholarship recipient, Kalel Hernandez, embodies the values John represented. Originally from Mobile, Kalel enlisted in the Army Reserve at age 17 and served six years as a diesel mechanic. He now proudly serves in the National Guard as a medic. As a husband and father of two boys, Kalel is pursuing a career as a lineworker to provide for his family while making a meaningful impact in his community.

Please join us in congratulating Kalel on this well-deserved honor and thanking the John Burge family for their continued investment in the future of our students and workforce.


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Ready to fly? Let's Goooooo!!! 🚁

Let’s Go! Our FAA-Part 107 Drone Certification Prep Course starts soon, on July 10th!
You can unlock careers in real estate, construction, inspections & more! Learn airspace, weather, & operations to pass the exam from a certified instructor.

Spaces are limited – Are you interested? Scan the QR code to take the first step toward becoming a certified drone pilot!
**Secure your spot with a payment option. Join the interest list for more details!!**🔒
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tNpkWxAQ4K

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Workforce Development at Bishop State

⚡️ Start Your Career as a Lineworker! ⚡️

Bishop State Community College is now accepting applications for our Lineworker Training Program — in partnership with Alabama Power and other utility companies.

📅 Application opens: June 1, 2026
🎓 Next class begins: Spring 2027

This pre-apprenticeship program prepares you for a high-demand career with strong earning potential and long-term stability.

💰 Program Tuition: $4,000
(Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify!)

If you’re ready to work hard, learn a valuable trade, and build a career that powers communities — this is your opportunity.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more info or reach out directly:

It’s graduation day! 🎉 Congratulations to the graduates of the Inaugural WATERFRONT WORKFORCE PROGRAM!

Help us celebrate the “Inaugural Six” for completing the 7 week workforce program. They each earned four industry recognized credentials: OSHA 10, ATSSA Flagger, NCCER & Skid Steer Operator. 🎉 🌟 This program and group was also featured on Fox10 news.

They made their BISHOP STATEMENT in a major way! Great things are on the horizon.

Thank you to Waterfront Mission, Bishop State Barbering College, Alumni Affairs, Communications Department and all of our industry partners for your support!

Cohort 2 is up next…🎉
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Waterfront Rescue Mission

Bishop State Community College supported this initiative and was a title sponsor of Pardon & Purpose: The Comeback Conference. 💚💛 We definitely made our “Bishop Statement”!

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Workforce Development

Ready to fly? Let's Goooooo!!! 🚁

Let’s Go! Our FAA-Part 107 Drone Certification Prep Course starts soon, on July 10th!

You can unlock careers in real estate, construction, inspections & more! Learn airspace, weather, & operations to pass the exam from a certified instructor.
Spaces are limited – Are you interested? Scan the QR code to take the first step toward becoming a certified drone pilot!

**Secure your spot with a payment option. Join the interest list for more details!!**🔒https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tNpkWxAQ4K

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Alabama Community College System

CONGRATULATIONS!💥 This is how these students made their Bishop Statement...by becoming Certified Forklift Operators.

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The magic of a great partnership is when you see the vision and plans all come together!

The Waterfront Mission designated a classroom for all things Bishop State. We took on the task of creating a space that is conducive to learning, professional development and multi-functional for the facility.

Check out the before, during and after photos. We aren’t done yet, but it looks great!! 🎉


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