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MVCTC
Biotechnology Program
Clayton, Ohio – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC)
Biotechnology program students will build upon their knowledge to
explore uses for science. Biotechnology does not just cover one area.
Students will perform experiments in agriculture, medicine, forensics,
genetics, and many other areas. Students in Biotechnology leave high
school CPR/First Aid certified and with skills to pursue additional
education and careers in laboratory instrumentation, biochemical
technology, molecular biology, cell culturing, and bioethics.
The Biotechnology Program has had great success in Health Occupations
Students of America (HOSA) competitions over the last few years. They
have used the knowledge they gained in the Biotechnology Program to
compete in the National HOSA Competitions. This includes a top 10
in the nation in Biotechnology competitive event (Kierra Stephens), 2nd
place in the nation in Biotechnology (Derek Warner), and first place in
Forensic Medicine (Drew Ratzel and Quinn Gray).
Many MVCTC Biotechnology graduates go on to college right after
completing the program, majoring in Conservation Biology,
Pre-Med, Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Biotechnology,
Biology, and Pre-Veterinary Medicine. These graduates pursue careers as
Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Registered Nurse, Research Assistants,
Conservation Scientist, or Medicine.
Bryant Drazer, a MVCTC Biotechnology 2011 graduate, is currently a
Forensic Science student at the University of Findlay. Bryant
shared, "I have always liked science and through the Biotechnology
program at MVCTC learned about the many career options science
offers. I discovered my passion in the forensic science
field."
Jillian Richmond, a MVCTC Biotechnology 2009 graduate, is currently
studying Secondary Science Education at the University of Toledo.
Jillian said, “I'm in molecular genetics right now and I just keep
hearing your voice saying "DNA, RNA, protein, trait."
Based on the 2011 follow-up data (the most recent reported by the
state), 100% of MVCTC Diesel and Power Technologies students were
employed, in the military, or enrolled in college or advanced training
after leaving MVCTC. This program also reported 100% program completion
and 100% academic attainment in math, reading, and science.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics “Ocupational Outlook Handbook” reports
that jobs in
The diesel technician industry is growing rapidly with the retirement
of technicians and the expansion of diesel engines in America. This
trend continues and all major manufacturers in this country have
announced new diesel engines in 1/2 ton pickups and/or cars. Ag,
Industrial and over the road run all diesel engines.
For more information about MVCTC, please visit www.mvctc.com.
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