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Radiography Program Fall Class Picnic Follow-up

Once again, the class picnic was a huge success.  All of our current students and program faculty were in attendance.  Several of our clinical instructors and a handful of graduates were also able to join in on the festivities.  This celebration was in honor of our second year students as they matriculate into the workforce … Continue reading Radiography Program Fall Class Picnic Follow-up

International partnership with the Universidad El Bosque

International Partnership with the Universidad El Bosque

This month, the St. Petersburg College Health Education Center hosted a reception for Dr. Rita Cecilia Plata de Silva from the Universidad El Bosque in Bogota, Colombia, as part of an initiative to develop an international partnership between the SPC College of Nursing and the Universidad  El Bosque nursing program. Last month, Dr. Susan Baker, SPC’s dean … Continue reading International partnership with the Universidad El Bosque

4th Annual Veterinary Tech Open House draws crowd

Vet Tech Open House and a dog

Everyone had a great time at the St. Petersburg College School of Veterinary Technology Open House. Thank you to the more than 450 people who visited with us this month! Visitors got to meet critters from dogs and cats to snakes and chickens as well as learn more about the courses offered at the center. See more … Continue reading 4th Annual Veterinary Tech Open House draws crowd

Florida Dental Hygiene Symposium – Student Day

Florida Dental Hygiene Symposium - Student Day

Over 35 freshmen and sophomore students attended the student day at the Florida Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (FSADHA) day in Orlando as part of the Florida Dental Hygienists’ Association (FDHA).  Incoming freshman Vice President Jessica Albury was elected to the Board as outgoing sophomore Treasurer and Delegate Joanne Banks is leaving the Board of FSADHA. Alternate Delegate Brittany Simpson … Continue reading Florida Dental Hygiene Symposium – Student Day

SPC Veterinary Technology program partners with local employers

The St. Petersburg College Veterinary Technology program creates an environment for students to be successful in the workforce. Employers like The Cat Hospital at Palm Harbor recognize the talent and hands-on knowledge of SPC Vet Tech graduates sets them apart from others. Students are confident and prepared to make a difference in the workplace. Watch our partnership … Continue reading SPC Veterinary Technology program partners with local employers

Nursing program offers flexibility for career advancement

Nursing program graduate, Alex Kanaan, elevated his career through St. Petersburg College’s program flexibility and his employer. As a current nursing professional, Kanaan was able to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with ease. The college of nursing supports current and future healthcare professionals with the opportunity for advancement through their transitional programs.  The learning environment … Continue reading Nursing program offers flexibility for career advancement

SPC’s dental hygiene program gives graduate dream career

Taquisha Watts, a registered dental hygienist, credits SPC’s College of Health and the Dental Hygiene program for helping her get the education for the career she loves. Watch Taquisha Watts’ success story. I love Dental Hygiene Watts remembers how when she was a child she used to be scared of the dentist. However, as she … Continue reading SPC’s dental hygiene program gives graduate dream career

SPC’s College of Nursing is crossing borders to South America

SPC's College of Nursing going to South America

In September, Dr. Susan Baker of the St. Petersburg College of Nursing and BSN faculty member Dr. Dorothy Nulty visited the Universidad El Bosque in Bogota, Colombia. The intent of their visit was to meet with Dr. Rita Cecilia Plata de Silva and Universidad El Bosque  faculty members to discuss the development of a cooperative relationship … Continue reading SPC’s College of Nursing is crossing borders to South America