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Prince George’s Community College Joins Consortium of Maryland Institutions to Host Nursing and Allied Health Career Fair
Students and alumni to interface directly with more than 30 hiring employers
LARGO, Md. (February 24, 2022) – The Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) Office of Career Development and Internships joins a consortium of Maryland colleges and universities today to host the spring 2022 Nursing and Allied Health Professionals Virtual Career Fair, which will be held from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. EST. This event is the first of its kind, aligning area institutions with a select industry.
Students, alumni, and community residents who seek a job, advancement within their career, or a new career direction are encouraged to attend the free event. More than 30 healthcare employers are confirmed to participate, and each partnering organization will have its own designated breakout room in which to facilitate engagement with job seekers. Registration is required to access the event and will be available on the day of.
“I hope that PGCC students and alumni will take advantage of this free networking opportunity to connect with hiring employers and position themselves to be hired for available career opportunities,” said Alicia Jackson-Warren, program director of the Office of Career Development and Internships at Prince George’s Community College.
Two-year and four-year participating institutions include: Hood College, Notre Dame of Maryland University, Allegany College of Maryland, Harford Community College, Montgomery College, and Wor-Wic Community College. Confirmed employers consist of some of the largest area healthcare organizations, including those listed below.
University of Maryland Medical System
Kennedy Krieger Institute
Adventist Healthcare
Sheppard Pratt Health System
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Prince George’s Community College offers associate degrees in nursing, radiography, respiratory therapy, nuclear medicine technology, medical assisting, and more. License and certification pathways include certified nursing assistant/geriatric nursing assistant, CPR, phlebotomy technician, EKG technician, and certified medicine aide. Students gain immersive, hands-on experiences that prepare them to excel in the healthcare industry.
Learn more about nursing and allied health programs at Prince George’s Community College here and enroll today. For more information about the Nursing and Allied Health Professionals Virtual Career Fair, contact careerservices@pgcc.edu.
About Prince George’s Community College
Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2015-2020), Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George’s County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skillsets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 35,000 individuals annually, the College is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George’s County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enables PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands.
For more information, visit the college website at www.pgcc.edu. Prince George’s Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
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