Keeping an open mind during a job search can lead to rewarding opportunities. Tee Silvers completed her Phlebotomy Technician Certificate at the College of Professional Education (CPE) in March, just as COVID-19 was forcing many businesses, schools, and offices to …
CCPE picked up two of eight awards at the University Professional and Continuing Education Association’s regional conference, thanks to an outstanding instructor and graduate. Tim Sanders and Megan Harpine were honored for their achievements at the UPCEA South annual awards …
A career change and a heart attack can be daunting — just ask Karen Schmidt, 2007 Pharmacy Technician graduate. However, through the training gained at CCPE, Karen went from working in healthcare insurance to employed at WellStar. At the age …
As an Emergency Room Technician, Breanna Schnitger’s 12-hour shift consists of the unexpected. But she wouldn’t have it any other way. Her career journey began in 2014 after attending an information session about our Phlebotomy course from which she graduated …
Sometimes, “Plan B” ends up being the best option. For Melissa Amavisca, her contingency plan put her on an alternate path to the same destination. The Harrison High School graduate knew from an early age she wanted to enter the …
In hopes of getting her foot in the door of the medical field, Breanna Schnitger was inspired by her four young girls to pursue her degree. She learned about the Phlebotomy program by attending our Open House event in late …
We caught up with Jenny Sibley, a Healthcare instructor for our EKG Technician and Phlebotomy Technician courses. Jenny graduated from Kennesaw State University with a BSN and currently is in the MSN program through Jacksonville University. She has professional experience …
Missy Stallings, Phlebotomy Technician graduate, was first connected to her job at K&S Clinical Diagnostics through Melissa Amavisca (a fellow Phlebotomy Technician graduate). Missy said Melissa inspired her through her discussion on available opportunities and the experiences she had in …
Why are more and more millennials choosing the College of Continuing and Professional Education? Some of our youngest students have discovered the true value of earning a professional certificate and how it enhances their career outlook. High school students have …
Mom knows best — just ask Sharon Lorenz, who has three healthcare professional certificates under her belt: EKG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). She said, “It just fit for me. I was used to taking care of …