Saint Paul College Launches Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Program to Meet Evolving Workforce Demands
Saint Paul College's Automotive Services Department introduced a new certification program in hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) technology in Fall 2026. Automotive Services Technology Instructor Jake Yernberg shared details about this program at the Minnesota Energy Innovation Summit, participating in a panel of statewide education leaders. The program was developed in response to the increasing interconnectedness of Minnesota’s transportation and energy industries. Yernberg emphasized that electric vehicles are now part of a broader ecosystem encompassing power generation, battery storage, grid modernization, and energy management, necessitating a new skill set for technicians entering the workforce. The curriculum development for this program was directly influenced by industry discussions and the need to align student skills with current workforce demands.
