Health Care Heroes Training West Virginia ’ s Future
COMPILED BY KENZIE DYE & KENSIE HAMILTON FAUBER
Educating health care workers is crucial in addressing the challenges faced by West Virginia ’ s diverse and often underserved populations . Comprehensive education programs provide essential knowledge and skills , enabling health care professionals to deliver high-quality , patient-centered care close to home .
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College ( CTC ) is proud of its Associate of Science in Nursing degree . With nearly 100 % placement and the National Council Licensure Examination pass rates of over 90 %, this program prepares the next generation ’ s nurses . Nursing students have access to several scholarships and funding opportunities . In partnership with local medical facilities , students receive the highest level of clinical education . The program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing . Blue Ridge CTC ’ s nursing program is working to address the current nursing crisis and prepare for the future nursing need .
Bluefield State University
Bluefield State University strengthens West Virginia ’ s health care workforce through its radiologic technology and sonography programs . Radiologic technology boasts 100 % American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT ) exam pass rates and job placement . Sonography offers flexible two-year and four-year degree options . Both programs produce highly skilled graduates ready to fill critical imaging roles across West Virginia and beyond . Students seeking a degree that launches a rewarding career in medical imaging should explore the opportunities at Bluefield State .
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