BridgeValley College Secures $212K to Enhance Local Medical Training Opportunities

BridgeValley Community and Technical College in South Charleston, West Virginia, has received a $212,000 grant from the Congressionally Directed Spending Award to improve its Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Program. This grant, obtained with assistance from Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito, is part of the FY24 Appropriation Bill. The college thanked the senators for their support, which will help expand educational and healthcare opportunities in the area.

The funds will be used to upgrade a classroom into a modern microbiology instructional space. This upgrade will include new equipment and supplies for advanced training. The goal is to enhance the education and training of students, preparing them for important roles in healthcare.

Dr. Casey Sacks, President of BridgeValley Community and Technical College, stated that the funding will boost the college's ability to contribute to the healthcare industry. The improved facilities are expected to help produce skilled professionals who can meet healthcare challenges in West Virginia and elsewhere.

The expansion of the MLT Program is designed to meet the increasing need for skilled healthcare workers. With updated equipment and better training facilities, students will receive practical experience essential for their careers in medical laboratory technology.

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