ChemTechLinks

ChemTechLinks was the ACS project to support technician education. Started with support from the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education program in 2001, it was phased out in 2009.

Although the ChemTechLinks project itself has ended, ACS has many resources to support technicians and technician education. See the links below for more information.

Partnerships

• Partnerships for Improving Education and Student Transitions
  Information on bolstering chemistry-based programs through partnerships with employers and educational institutions.
• Equipping the 2015 Chemical Technology Workforce Mini-Grants
  Mini-grants of up to $500 to encourage the growth of programs and activities that support technician education and professional development.

Professional Development for Educators

• Chemical Education in Community Colleges
  Resources to support program and educator development at two-year colleges.
• Leadership Development Courses
  Low-cost ACS courses that develop a wide range of leadership skills.

Program Development

• Chemical Education in Community Colleges
  Resources to support program and educator development at two-year colleges.
• Reports on Chemical Technology Education
  Reports and summary presentations of critical issues facing chemical technology education and best practices for building a successful program.
  

Student Recruitment and Retention

• Committee on Technician Affairs (CTA)
  Presentations, brochures, and videos for recruiting and retaining students are maintained by CTA. Visit the website or email cta@acs.org.

Technician Career Resources

• Chemical Technician Careers
  Career development tools, information, and resources for working applied chemical technology professionals, maintained by the Committee on Technician Affairs.

Resources for Students

• Two-Year College Students
  Information and tools to help students get the most out of their two-year college experience

Contact Us

Please contact the Office of Two-Year Colleges with any questions, concerns, or comments at 2YColleges@acs.org.