CTC Healthcare Program seeks assistance

The Careers in Healthcare program at Cape Career and Technology Center (CTC) each year graduates nearly a hundred high school students prepared for jobs in area hospitals and clinics. But many of those students are finding it harder to meet the expenses of the program, ranging from tuberculosis tests to uniforms, according to Deborah Drury, chair of the Healthcare Department. "There are a lot of expenses," Drury said, "and so many students these days just don't have the resources. Students gain such valuable skills, and it's well-known that there are good-paying jobs in this field."

The list of student supplies includes a wrist watch with a second hand, two sets of scrubs, crew socks, tennis shoes, various shots, ring binders, family care safety registration, CPR first aid card, and other incidentals that push student costs to over $200, plus registration costs. "The CTC provides affordable programs, but these students can use any help we can find for them," Drury said. The CTC serves 10 school districts in the region in addition to adult technical and enrichment classes. Information regarding the program is available on the CTC's website, CapeCTC.org. Individuals interested in assisting students should contact Deborah Drury at 573-334-0826 Ext. 6566 or e-mail DruryD@capetigers.com.