WNCC receives grant from bank

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. – The Western Nebraska Community College Foundation was awarded a $12,500 grant from First National Bank of Omaha.

This grant assists GED graduates by providing scholarships in WNCC’s Basic Nursing Assistant, Medication Aide, Phlebotomy and CPR courses. The scholarships include tuition, fees, and books for low- to moderate-income students.

Students successfully completing these courses have access to entry-level positions in the healthcare field, thus taking the first step toward self-sufficiency in high-demand jobs.

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