New program length for Medical Assistant program!
Medical Assistant Diploma Program Learn More The Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center (GACTC) Medical Assistant diploma program offers a comprehensive blend of theory coursework and simulation and clinical experiences, including an 8-week externship at a medical facility. An exciting change is coming to our Medical Assistant diploma program; beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, the duration of the program has reduced to 9 months (1,140 hours). Our comprehensive and [...]
GACTC Students excel in District 7 SkillsUSA competition
(Altoona, PA): Thirty-Three GACTC students medaled in the recent SkillsUSA District Competition, which was held at the Blair County Convention Center, Stuckey's Automotive, Carpenter's Union, GACTC, Allegheny Trucking and Roundhouse. SkillsUSA is a career and technical student organization serving more than 413,000 members every year enrolled in trade, technical, and skilled service training programs across the country. “SkillsUSA District competitors exemplify dedication and hard work in their pursuit of excellence. These individuals showcase a [...]
Congratulations to our students on the GACTC Honor Roll (Period 2, 2024-2025)
Congratulations to our honor roll students! Your unwavering dedication to academic excellence during the second marking has shone through, and you deserve to be recognized. Keep setting the bar high for yourselves and your peers. Joel Blades Randy Dell Morgan Fagan Colton Gearhart William Maule IV Zachary Phillips Colton Sgro Kenden Taylor Jordan Bumberger Rylan Heeter Colin Postles Sawyer Riley Dalton Snyder Nicholas Thompson LeAnne Leonard Jocelyn McCoy-Ross Jadyn Nixon [...]
Faculty Spotlight: Kim Ciccarella, Post-Secondary Recruitment, Retention, and Placement Specialist
Today’s job market is rapidly evolving, with more and more emphasis on highly-skilled workers. The GACTC has historically supported both our students and the region’s workforce needs by training our students in the latest technologies and skills their field demands. We don’t just provide the tools and training necessary to succeed — we provide the resources for our students to thrive. Kim Ciccarella, our Post-Secondary Recruitment, Retention, and Placement Specialist, is part of [...]
News from the GACTC Adult Education Programs – November 2024
Read the current edition of the Adult Education newsletter here.
GACTC celebrates graduates from Medical Assistant diploma program
The GACTC celebrated the accomplishments of seven postsecondary students that will complete the medical assistant diploma program at the end of November with a graduation ceremony on November 7th. After completion of the 240-hour clinical externship with a local medical facility, they will complete all program requirements. Many have already passed the American Association of Medical Assistants Certified Medical Assistant exam and the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam! View Photos This is the inaugural [...]
