Central Carolina Community College
- Lisa Smelser
Articulation
Students Employed by
Amgen, Astellas Gene Therapies, Biogen, Corning Life Sciences, FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies, Guerbet, Kyowa Kirin, Merck, Pfizer, Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Seqirus, , Eurofins, Integrated DNA Technologies, Eli Lilly, Pfizer
Program Description
Home to more than 700 life science companies, North Carolina currently ranks third in the nation for biotechnology. Students will learn the foundational skills needed for a career with a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing company. Skills in Biomanufacturing, Bioprocess Laboratory Technology and Biotechnology are taught.
Credential options: Students can earn a certificate or AAS in Bioprocess Manufacturing Technology. Students can also complete the BioWork certificate.
Work-based learning opportunities: Students have the opportunity to participate in registered apprenticeships.
Tuition help: Scholarships are available and free tuition can be obtained though several programs including high school or need-based programs like Next NC.
Fast Facts
1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, NC 27330
United States
- US Department of Labor (DoL)
- Other
- STEP-UP Scholars: Encouraging Scholarship in Science, Technology, and Engineering DUE 156490; Technician Training in Advanced Building Performance Analysis and Verification DUE 1700575
- EDA Build Back Better Regional Challenge
- NIIMBL Military Service Members in Biopharma Manufacturing
- Subawardees on the MOVE DOL grant to the North Carolina Biotechnology Center
Students from the three surrounding counties can take dual enrollment courses.
