Looking for a smarter way to attract talent?
GACC South supports American, German, and international companies in the Southeastern U.S. in implementing customized apprenticeship programs based on the German model — combining classroom learning with practical, company-specific training.
📈 Why it works:
The German apprenticeship system produces highly skilled, job-ready professionals who drive innovation, enable growth, and strengthen employee retention in the long term.
We support high-impact programs like the Georgia Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (GA CATT) — an affiliate of the ICATT Apprenticeship Program — designed to attract the next generation of tech-savvy talent to manufacturing and high-demand industries.
Certified by the German DIHK and recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, these programs create stronger company ties and significantly higher retention rates.
🔧 From initial consulting to full program management and quality assurance, GACC South is your one-stop shop for building a sustainable talent strategy.
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Our Workforce Development Team
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Scott Schrein
Director - Workforce Development Workforce Development
+1 (404) 586-6829 sschrein@gaccsouth.com -
Gunther Knickel
Senior Technical Manager Workforce Development
+1 (678) 799-4786 gknickel@gaccsouth.com -
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Claudia Fleischer
Workforce Coordinator Workforce Development
+1 (404) 586-6826 cfleischer@gaccsouth.com