Chemical Technology Education
If you’re looking to start a new chemical technology program ― or enhance a current one ― this site offers resources for developing industry-responsive programs that prepare students for technician careers.
Tools for a successful chemical technology program
- Partnerships to Improve Chemical Technology Programs
Learn how partnering with industry, workforce development groups, and other organizations can help you develop a strong program. - Instructional Materials
Get textbooks, modules, lesson support, and other curriculum development materials. - Professional Development
Improve your teaching skills with externships, courses, and networking opportunities. - ChemTechLinks
Find tools and resources to develop a highly-skilled technical workforce through the ChemTechLinks project. - Reports
Read about best practices for starting and running a chemical technology program. - Chemical Technology Online Community
Meet other chemistry-based technology program coordinators and industry representatives, get tips on improving your program and using the ChemTechStandards database, and see recordings of the quarterly webinar series, Strengthening the Chemical Industry Workforce.
Obtaining and maintaining ACS approval
Learn the benefits of getting your program approved by ACS, get information about the approval process, and find out how to maintain ACS approval.
Incorporating skill standards into your curriculum
- ChemTechStandards Database
This database of comprehensive job skill standards for all areas of chemistry includes tools for aligning your chemical technology curriculum with industry needs. - ChemTechStandards Resource Package
Available for free upon request, this package contains tools and advice for starting, strengthening, or growing a partnership.
Recruiting chemical technology students
Student recruitment is a critical issue facing chemical technology programs, according to a recent ACS report on chemical technology programs. Use these resources for guidance on recruiting students to your institution.
- ChemTechLinks Resources
This project offers outreach and recruiting tools for chemical technology programs. Get career videos, customizable brochure samples, PowerPoint presentations, career profiles, and much more. - Technician Student Resources
Everything prospective students need to know about becoming a chemical technician. - Pathways to Technology
A multimedia-packed website with highlights of process and chemical technology programs at community colleges and tools for student recruitment and outreach.