The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program provides comprehensive and unique support and career services from the day students arrive. This level of support makes the program more successful and accessible. 

This episode features three ATDM staff to highlight those services and how they enhance student experiences and outcomes: Kevin Gatewood, Assistant Director, ATDM Student Services; Karen Hardy, Assistant Director, ATDM Career Services and Dr. Debra Holley, Director, ATDM Project Development. 

• ATDM program overview (01:19)
• Support and wrap-around services (02:43)
• Career preparation (06:50)
• Balancing backgrounds and experience (10:04)
• Evolution of ATDM student support (12:19)
• Work study program (16:02)
• Tutoring assistance (18:01)
• Success stories (20:06)

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