National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors School Appoints Clock Instructor

COLUMBIA, PA:  The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) announces the appointment of Al Dodson to Clock Instructor at its School of Horology in Columbia.

Certified Master Clockmaker from the American Watchmakers Institute, Dodson brings to the School a degree in Micro Precision Technology, continuing education courses through the years, and 21 years of owning his own clock repair business in Lexington, KY.

As a member of the NAWCC, Dodson contributes to the Education Committee and has always had an interest in horological education as is shown by his training of other Association members.  He has presented many programs through the years at local and regional meetings and was a presenter at the 2007 NAWCC national convention.

Executive Director Steve Humphrey stated, “I am pleased that we have been able to attract someone with as much experience and dedication as Al has to lead our clock program at the School of Horology.” 

The School of Horology is licensed by the State of Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Private Licensed Schools and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).  The School of Horology is dedicated to the preparation of students for entry into horological business fields.

The School’s mission is to preserve established skills and knowledge of the art of clock and watch making, repair, and restoration, while encouraging interest in horological research.  Class size is strictly limited to ensure students the personalized instruction necessary to master the specialized skills.

The NAWCC School of Horology is a division of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.  The School has had 961 students come through its programs since 1995.  The NAWCC also operates the National Watch & Clock Museum and Library and Research Center in Columbia, PA.  Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website at www.nawcc.org.

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