Lititz Watch Technicum, Lititz, Pennsylvania

A not-for-profit foundation, the Technicum, is fully subsidized by Rolex, which underwrites the $10,000-a-year tuition for all students and helps subsidize the cost of tools, which run about $5,000 per student.

The Curriculum
The Lititz Watch Technicum is a WOSTEP partnership school. Our curriculum combines centuries-old watchmaking techniques with the latest diagnostic applications utilizing state-of-the-art electronic equipment.
The Lititz Watch Technicum is the pathway to a fascinating and rewarding futurein the high quality after-sales service environment.
Enrollment criteria:
Patience, excellent manual dexterity, hand eye coordination, problem solving skills. Previous watchmaking education or related professional experience a plus. Strong overall technical inclination required. Communication skills (written and oral), flexibility, and social intelligence required.
Must pass a one day flexible entry exam.
Length of program:
Two years, full time 3500 hours. Attendance is compulsory.
Job prospects upon graduation:
There is generally a high demand for qualified watchmakers with major watch brands and retail jewelers

Since this is not an accredited program there is no assistance through Veterans Affairs.

For more information click on the link below or call 717-625-3787
http://www.lititzwatchtechnicum.org/

Click on the link below to a news articles about the school.
BUSINESS WEEK, Dec. 21, 2006 by Stacy Perman