Maybe you’ve decided that you want to become a nurse. This decision probably didn't come lightly, and you know that pursuing a career in nursing will be challenging, but you are determined to make it happen!
Why are you so determined? There are so many possible reasons…
Passion for Helping Others: You have always had a strong desire to help people in need. Becoming a nurse will allow you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, which is incredibly fulfilling.
Job Stability and Growth: Nursing is a field with a high demand for qualified professionals. By becoming an LPN, you know you can secure a stable job with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Personal and Professional Development: Pursuing a career in nursing will not only allow you to develop valuable skills and knowledge but also help you grow as a person. You believe this path will challenge you in the best possible ways.
Flexibility and Variety: Nursing offers a wide range of career paths and opportunities for specialization. This flexibility excites you, as it means you can explore different areas of nursing and find what truly resonates with you.
Sense of Purpose: Above all, becoming a nurse will give you a strong sense of purpose. Knowing that you are making a positive impact on the lives of others will give you a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
Whatever your reason, you KNOW this is the path you want to pursue. What’s stopping you? Applications are open now for the Practical Nursing program at Pontotoc Technology Center, but they’re closing soon. Apply now at: https://pontotoctech.edu/practicalnursing
Eleven PTC Welding students took and passed state welding certification test ranging from 3G SMAW to 6G combination GTAW/SMAW. One notable milestone includes Makenna Barker being the first PTC female to pass the 6G combo. Congratulations everyone! #TrainingToSucceed
Today we recognized our newest Employee of the Month - In recognition of her valuable contributions and efforts to support the mission of Pontotoc Technology Center, and in appreciation for her dedication and hard work, thank you & congratulations, Shannon Walters!
Winter 2024 Welding Outstanding Student: Beau Griffin - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Automotive Outstanding Student: Elmer Garcia - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Information Technology Outstanding Student: Samuel Jordan - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students!
Winter 2024 EMT Outstanding Student: Emmett Koonce - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 HVAC Outstanding Student: Adria Williams - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Biotechnology Outstanding Student: Kaisyn Shaw - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Health Science Outstanding Student: Justice Reeves - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Heavy Equipment Outstanding Student: Tim Benes - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Practical Nursing Outstanding Student: Brandy Ames - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
Winter 2024 Cosmetology Outstanding Student: Gunner Stone - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Winter of 2024. Outstanding students are selected by their instructors based on established criteria that allow them to recognize someone who is, well, outstanding! Congratulations to all our Winter Outstanding Students!
PTC Welding students recently finished a grill project for Citizens Bank of Ada. This is a great example of students using a variety of skills learned throughout the year and putting them into practice on real-life work! #TrainingToSucceed
Today we inducted 87 new students into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). In addition to our new inductees, we celebrated 20+ honorees who met the criteria again and received their 2nd year pins. Way to go everyone and congratulations!
Join us as we celebrate Career and Technical Education Month, showcasing how Oklahoma is powered by CareerTech. Pontotoc Tech takes pride in being a vital part of this system, empowering individuals and fueling our state's dynamic economy. Cheers to success and innovation! #CTEMonth #PoweredByCareerTech #OKCareerTech
Oklahoma's electric cooperatives partnered with First United Bank to spread kindness across the state on United Acts of Kindness Day, which fell on February 16, 2024. PEC provided a wonderful lunch for PTC’s Lineworker Academy that day. Thank you to PEC for continuing to invest in our students!
NOTICE: The window for applying for the 2024-2025 Practical Nurse program is closing. Required testing (TABE) also ends soon. If you’re going to apply, now is the time! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
DID YOU KNOW...? Pontotoc Technology Center offers a wide variety of courses, including first responder training, cosmetology, heavy equipment, welding, HVAC training and more! We are constantly adapting our programs to better serve students, local businesses and our communities. #CTEMonth #OKCareerTech
Congratulations to PTC Welding team members Fraysson Coody, Brennon Riddle and Matt Wood who placed 3rd in the Region 6 Welding Fabrication contest held at Moore-Norman Technology Center.
