Professional Readiness and Technical Experience for Careers
PROTEC offers preparatory training for entry-level employment in a variety of industries and is designed for individuals who are currently unemployed, underemployed or looking to increase their skills and resume potential
for jobs in demand.
for jobs in demand.
Upcoming Workforce Intensives in 2025
FREE Courses for New Mexican Residents!
For more information email [email protected]
Production Assistant Training for Film & TVJanuary 4-19, 2025
Saturdays & Sundays 9am-5pm Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) Film Department and Stagecoach Foundation, Inc. have teamed up to offer a 3-weekend Production Assistant training program. This program will be offered in-person at the Santa Fe Community College campus at 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 87508. Classes focus on detailed practical skills needed when beginning your career in Film Production. This intensive training program is aimed at preparing anyone interested in working in the film industry with the basic skills to get started. The day-long classes focus on film set safety and etiquette, On location PA skills, Production Office skills, interview and resume training, and the many other skills needed to gain work as a Production Assistant. Students earn their OSHA 10 card and learn about paid internship opportunities in New Mexico. Participants need to be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license. Follow LINK below to APPLY! THIS CLASS IS FREE TO NEW MEXICO RESIDENTS: APPLY HERE. |
Fully ONLINE classes!
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Fully ONLINE classes!
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Certified Fiber Optic Technician Training IntensiveFebruary 3 - 7, 2025
in Santa Fe, New Mexico (Accepting Applications) May 12 - 16, 2025 in Santa Fe, New Mexico (Accepting Applications) This five-day, hands-on intensive program gives students the opportunity to earn three certifications from the Fiber Optic Association that are recognized throughout the world and aligned to industry standards. These credentials will remain valid for three years, after which they can be renewed by the student. Students can earn the following certifications: Certified Fiber Optic Technician, Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Splicing, and Certified Fiber Optic Specialists in Testing and Maintenance. LEARN MORE. APPLY HERE. |
Environmental TechnicianApril 7 - May 18, 2025
Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm in Santa Fe, New Mexico (Accepting Applications) The New Mexico Environmental Job Training Program is a FREE five-week intensive training program that provides training, skills and certifications needed to become an Environmental Technician. Instruction is provided through Santa Fe Community College nationally-ranked EPA workforce development program. LEARN MORE. Follow LINK Below to APPLY! APPLY HERE. |
3D Printing Fusion 360 Technician Master Badge
2025 Dates To Be Determined
The Future of Work is here! 3D Printing and other digital fabrication tools are used in New Mexico at dental offices, Meow Wolf, hospitals, and the Los Alamos National Lab. This intensive 12-week, full-time, immersive learning experience prepares you for high-demand jobs at local employers who have immediate openings. In addition to free tuition, each student will receive a $3600 stipend. Expenses like transportation and childcare can be daunting but with a little financial help opportunities open up! Earning stipend will require full attendance – missed classes will require submitted assignments to stay up to speed with the class. LEARN MORE. |
MEET PROTEC ALUMNI
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Alumni Highlight - Aaron Lopez“I graduated from PROTEC in 2017. We learned a little bit of everything, from creating a presence of yourself to building a résumé, filming aspects as well as social media aspects. Knowing what I learned at PROTEC, I went ahead and made a film about PTSD. At the time, I was suffering from PTSD not because of being in the military but because of things that had happened in my life. I’ve graduated with my associate degree in film and digital media arts and a bachelor’s degrees in integrated studies (Northern NM College) with an emphasis on anthropology and film.”
Aaron was recently hired as the Public Relations Coordinator for the Office of Communications of the Indian Affairs Department. |
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Alumni Highlight - Tricia Ware"Job-hunting can be a lonely, discouraging experience--especially if you're changing careers in an ever-evolving job market. PROTEC allowed me to connect with fellow job seekers in an empathic way that created a support system for all of us. The technical credentials made everyone's resume look more relevant, and the internship experience allowed me to try out potential jobs in the area in an exploratory way."
Tricia Ware, Communications and External Affairs, Los Alamos National Laboratory |
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Alumni Highlight - Kira Jones“This past Spring (2021), I was fortunate to be a part of the PROTEC Film and Television PA bootcamp–a truly life changing experience!
Born and raised in New Mexico, I have wanted to find my place within the booming film industry here for many years now, but have been raising a child on my own. I applied for the PROTEC bootcamp, and before the semester was even over, I had a full-time job on a SHOWTIME television series, and am now preparing to start my third film job in the course of a mere six months. Additionally–and unlike any other film training or degree that I know of–safety training was an absolute priority, and each of us came out of the bootcamp OSHA certified. Not only do I have a film resumé I am proud to send out, but I walked on set my very first day knowing how to use a walkie talkie! I have had many years of higher education and professional experience, and I can honestly say that I have never felt more prepared to enter into a job. This program is hands-on, engaged learning and workforce/economic development at its finest, and I hope it continues for years to come.” Kira has recently been promoted to Producer’s Assistant on the Untitled Dust Bowl Project, shooting in Santa Fe County. |
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Alumni Highlight - Paloma FloresMeet PROTEC Alumni Paloma Flores who now has a full-time job with Santa Fe Community College. Watch her video here.
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PROTEC
is offered by Santa Fe Community College Office of Continuing Education and Contract Training in partnership with Santa Fe County, the City of Santa Fe, New Mexico Workforce Connections, Encantado Foundation, Community Learning Network, and the New Mexico legislature. 
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For more information:
Kristine Swedin, Dean
Santa Fe Community College
Office of Continuing Education and Contract Training
Santa Fe Community College
Office of Continuing Education and Contract Training
