Process Technology

This bootcamp-style training will rapidly educate students in several of the disciplines used in process technology.

In collaboration with the Westerly Education Center and the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner, CCRI is offering a 10-week, 300-hour training in Process Technology. 

This bootcamp-style training will rapidly educate students in several of the disciplines used in process technology. The training will familiarize individuals with:

  • chemical processing;
  • government regulations;
  • safety and workplace responsibilities;
  • physical properties and determinations;
  • chemical calculations;
  • handling chemicals;
  • pressure and vacuum;
  • fluid mechanics and plumbing;
  • computer control and monitoring systems;
  • Creating and following standard operating procedures;
  • basic electricity.

This job skills training program will combine classroom and hands-on instruction with instrumentation and software.

No experience is necessary. A GED® or high school diploma is required.

Industries needing process technologists include health science, pharmaceutical, materials testing, medical research, brewing, consumer product, wastewater treatment and food manufacturing.

Please check soon for information about our next cohort!

Program Information:

When: September 8 - November 18, 2025, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm

Where: Westerly Education Center, 23 Friendship Street, Westerly, RI

Cost: FREE for qualified participants!

Credential received: CCRI Certificate in Process Technology, and 6 academic credits that can be applied toward CCRI’s Academic Certificate in Biotechnology.

Meet the instructors and tour the facility at our OPEN HOUSE

Tour and Open House Dates COMING SOON

Open House Location: Westerly Education Center 23 Friendship Street, Westerly, RI

If interested in applying, please complete our Program Inquiry Form.

Program Inquiry Form

Details

  • Cost - No charge! This program is free for all that qualify and are accepted.

  • Time Commitment - 10 weeks full time, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm

  • Contact - Stacy Rouleau, For more information, please complete the Program Inquiry Form

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