Midland College students ready to enter healthcare professionsJune 14, 2023

During the month of May, Midland College (MC) held pinning ceremonies for students completing course requirements for various healthcare professions.  These included 26 students graduating with Associate of Applied Science degrees in Nursing; 7 students graduating with Associate of Applied Science degrees in Respiratory Care;  75 Midland ISD and Greenwood ISD high school students enrolled in dual credit programs in Patient Care Technician, Certified Nurse Aide, Phlebotomy, Emergency Medical Technician and Pharmacy Technician; and 7 MC Adult Basic Education students (GED®) completing the College’s Pharmacy Technician training.

“Congratulations to all our students who successfully completed these healthcare licensure and certification programs,” MC President Dr. Steve Thomas said.  “This represents 115 people who are now prepared for jobs in our community’s hospitals, pharmacies, physician offices and long-term care facilities.  Midland College takes pride in the fact that we serve as a vital pipeline that feeds much-needed talent into our healthcare system.”  

Photo:  May 2023 Associate Degree Nursing (RN) graduates