PONCA CITY, OK –– Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) recently hosted its Pre-Nursing Academy for students entering 8th through 10th grades, offering a dynamic and hands-on introduction to the world of healthcare and nursing.
Guided by PTC Health Careers instructor Mary Bathurst, the Pre-Nursing Academy offered students an engaging look into the world of nursing. The academy provided a meaningful introduction to the healthcare field, igniting students’ interest in nursing and encouraging them to start thinking about their future career paths.
One memorable lesson included CPR training using the rhythm of the classic song “Stayin’ Alive” to guide chest compressions, a fun and effective way to reinforce a life-saving skill.
Pioneer Tech’s career-focused programs give students early exposure to essential skills and real-world experience, laying the foundation for tomorrow’s healthcare leaders.
Pre-Nursing Morning Participants:
Grace Holman (Blackwell), Gia Dickinson (Ponca City), Anna Pruit (Ponca City), Reese Jenkins (Ponca City), Camela Hobbs (Newkirk), Reagan Johnson (Lamont), Adison Bloxsom (Ponca City), Gabrielle Holman (Blackwell), Sophia Tibbits (Ponca City), Ava Dickinson (Ponca City)
Pre-Nursing Afternoon Participants:
Wahnee Looper (Tonkawa), Oressa Hooper (Ponca City), Zamprah Looper (Tonkawa), Aubrey Riggle (Ponca City), Gloria Allen (Tonkawa), Rose Brunette (Ponca City), Emily Wallen (Ponca City)
To learn more about Pioneer Tech’s Health Careers Certification Program for high school juniors, seniors, and adults, contact (580) 762-8336 or visit www.pioneertech.edu.
