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The AED Foundation provides workforce development and education services for the heavy equipment industry. The organization offers technician technical assessments, construction career aptitude tests, and a certified technician program to evaluate and recognize industry competencies. It accredits college diesel and equipment technology programs and
recognizes high school programs based on national technical standards. The AED Foundation delivers industry-specific professional education, including online certified manager programs, self-study courses, seminars, and onsite training for dealership personnel. It supports dealer recruitment through tools and resources to attract and develop equipment technicians. The Foundation also administers scholarships, apprenticeship pathways, and publishes research on technician workforce needs to support industry stakeholders.
