Governor, Executive Council Recognize Chancellor with Commendation

Governor Kelly Ayotte recognized Chancellor Mark Rubinstein at a meeting of the Governor and Executive Council, presenting a commendation on behalf of the State of New Hampshire as Dr. Rubinstein prepares to retire after a distinguished career in higher education.

“His vision and leadership have positioned the Community College System of New Hampshire as a national leader in affordable higher education,” Governor Ayotte wrote, “creating pathways to meaningful careers and strengthening New Hampshire’s economy for generations to come.”

ApprenticeshipNH Partners with Genesis Healthcare

Genesis HealthCare has become a registered statewide sponsor of two Registered Apprenticeship Programs through ApprenticeshipNH, a workforce training program of the CCSNH. The Licensed Nursing Assistant and Recreation Assistant programs will expand access to healthcare careers for Granite Staters across New Hampshire. 

“New Hampshire has the second-oldest population in the country, and the need for skilled healthcare workers has never been greater,” said Michael Piaseczny, ABA hub developer west, ApprenticeshipNH. “This partnership with Genesis HealthCare creates a direct pathway into a growing field — one where apprentices earn while they learn and gain credentials that will serve them for a lifetime.” 

NHTI Launches New Certificate Program for Medical Imaging

Spurred by New Hampshire’s growing workforce needs in the healthcare industry, NHTI—Concord’s Community College (NHTI) has launched a new certificate program. Beginning this fall, the Computed Tomography (CT) program will train students to perform a specialized type of diagnostic medical imaging.

"As healthcare systems continue to expand and advanced diagnostic imaging services become increasingly essential, the demand for highly trained CT technologists continues to grow,” said Amy VonKadich, chair of NHTI’s department of healthcare professions. “These graduates will be prepared to enter the healthcare sector quickly, allowing NHTI to assist our hospitals and imaging centers.”

NCC Professor and College Program Recognized by Honda

Honda recently recognized Nashua Community College (NCC) and Professor Jason Felton, program coordinator of the Honda Automotive Technology program, for transforming student outcomes in program completion and job placement.

“Over the past three years, the program has seen measurable growth, with a substantial increase in student completions and successful placement into automotive careers, an area where industry demand continues to be strong,” said Leslie Macias, Industry Education East Coast Coordinator of Training Operations, American Honda Motor Co., Inc.