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
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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PTC EMT high school students practice stopping the bleed today. #TrainingToSucceed
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Four students tend to a simulated wound scene
Blue gloved hands applying bandage and pressure to simulated wound
What is Practical Nursing school like? PTC's program combines classroom learning in subjects such as Medical Surgical nursing, OB nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Pediatric nursing and pharmacology with supervised clinical experience. You'll gain the knowledge and skills you need through study and hands-on application. Deadline for application is fast approaching. Learn more at: https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Nursing students in the hands-on classroom at PTC
PTC Welding students Mitchell Teel, Beau Griffin and Ty Burns competed in the Region 6 SkillsUSA Oklahoma Welding contest at the Moore-Norman Technology Center. Contestants demonstrated their skills in blue print reading, project layout, GMAW, 6010 and 7018 SMAW, and oxyfuel cutting. Beau Griffin place 8th in this year's competition.
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Are you compassionate, detail oriented, have patience and physical stamina? Do you dream of a career helping others? Applications are open for the Practical Nursing program at Pontotoc Technology Center. Details at: https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Nighttime training for our Lineworker students.
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Person climbing a utility pole with wires draping over both sides in an inverted V shape.
Person climbing a utility pole with another person in the bucket lift in the foreground.
The U.S. still faces a nursing shortage, primarily due to increased demand for services coupled with a large number of nurses retiring from the workforce. If you’re interested in a Nursing career, consider the PTC PN program? https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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OSBI Representative and Criminalist, Constance Lansdale, M.S., spent the afternoon with our Biotechnology students today. She shared the variety of science related career options available at the OSBI - including the types of degrees required for each path. Thank you Constance for taking the time to inform and encourage our students today!
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an expected 5% growth of LPNs until 2032, which is faster than average. Today is the perfect time to start preparing for your new career! PN Applications Now Open! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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LPNs can work in a variety of industries and locations, including: Nursing Care Facilities, Offices of Physicians, General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, Home Health Care, Assisted Living Facilities, and more. Become an LPN - https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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The new year is upon us. Are you thinking of a career change? How about becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse? Apply Now! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Median annual earnings for a Licensed Practical Nurse are $54,620. No Shortcuts. Learn, then Earn! PN Applications Are Open! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/PracticalNursing
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Basic HVAC coming January 11th! - This basic heating, venting and air conditioning installation and repair class is designed for those who are looking to get into a skilled trades career that is in great demand. You will obtain EPA Certification during this course as you learn the electrical troubleshooting and basics needed to maintain an HVAC system. This course provides electrical controls training, heating and refrigeration cycle training and recover, recycle, and recharge refrigerant training. Details and/or enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTM1NzE%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTI5MDE%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Plug in to Electrical AC/DC Basics on January 11th! This class is designed as a fundamental building blocks course for industrial electrical knowledge. It's in a lecture/lab format that provides great hands on learning. Training topics include: Basic Electrical Circuits, Electrical Measurement, Circuit Analysis, Inductance and Capacitance, Combination Circuits, and Transformers. Get the details and/or enroll at: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTU2MzM%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTQ5NDE%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=NzM%3D
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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We are hiring a Service Industry Instructor! The Service Industry program will serve students on educational pathways that lead to careers within a variety of service industries such as: maintenance, construction, landscaping, hospitality, small engine repair, and other service careers. Full job description and application at https://pontotoctech.edu/jobs
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
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Our Automotive competition team presented an exhibition for staff and students yesterday on campus. They travel to Nationals this week to compete in the Elite 10 (a great achievement to be in the top 10 - out of 100's in the nation)! We wish them safe travels and the best of luck in the competition! #TrainingToSucceed
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Students tearing down an engine for competition
Students tearing down an engine for competition
Students at a parts table with car parts on top of it.
Students tearing down an engine for competition
Fall 2023 Biotechnology Outstanding Student: Dominique Gutierrez - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Fall of 2023. 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 Fall Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Portrait of Dominique Gutierrez
Fall 2023 Heavy Equipment Outstanding Student: Bryor Morrison - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Fall of 2023. 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 Fall Outstanding Students!
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Portrait of Bryor Morrison
Fall 2023 Cosmetology Outstanding Student: Gunner Stone - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Fall of 2023. 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 Fall Outstanding Students!
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Portrait of Gunner Stone
Fall 2023 HVAC Outstanding Student: Andon Russell - We recently recognized our outstanding students for the Fall of 2023. 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 Fall Outstanding Students! (Photo Credit: Alyssa Flores)
over 1 year ago, Pontotoc Tech
Portrait of Andon Russell