College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students who have chosen to pursue careers in health care were lauded and celebrated Jan. 16 during the college’s Health Career Readiness Recognition in La Plata. Ninety-six students were recognized for completing programs to become certified nursing assistants, geriatric nursing assistants, dental assistants, phlebotomy technicians, certified clinical medical assistants, paramedics, certified nutrition coaches, and certified personal trainers. “Congratulations to the first graduating class of 2025,” CSM President Dr. Yolanda Wilson told the students. “You have worked so hard, studied many hours, and finished strong. And we couldn’t be more proud of you.” “At CSM, we are steadfast in our commitment to addressing the evolving needs of employers who seek an educated and skilled workforce; as well as addressing the wants and needs of our students who eagerly want to join that workforce,” Wilson continued. “All of the graduates in this room are strengthening Southern Maryland’s labor market by becoming trained healthcare practitioners in our healthcare work sectors.” The president noted the partnership between CSM and the Calvert Internal Medicine Group in the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Apprenticeship. The medical practice provides apprenticeships and CSM provides related technical instruction for the apprentices. Personnel needs in the […]
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