BayCare gives Polk State Cardiovascular Technology students firsthand look at careers
Representatives with BayCare recently visited Polk State College Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) students at Polk State Airside Center West to share the benefits of working for the healthcare system and what to expect if employed within…
Polk State student’s internship at Citrus Connection turns into rewarding career
Carina Chaitoo was intrigued when she learned of the internship opportunities available through Polk State College. “Something just made me apply,” said Chaitoo, whose internship with Citrus Connection led to her career as a human…
Polk State Occupational Therapy Assistant Program provides ‘best education’ for aspiring OTA professionals
Students who aspire to a rewarding career helping others overcome physical, social, and emotional disabilities are finding the “best education” in Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program. An OTA works under the supervision…
Polk State College to host open house events in October & November
Polk State College will host open house events on each of its campuses this fall, providing prospective students with opportunities to learn about academic programs, complete their college applications, receive assistance with applying for financial…
Need a laptop for school? Contact Polk State’s Chromebook Loan Program
Polk State College has made changes to its Chromebook Loan Program, which was developed during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide technology to those in need when classes were taking place remotely. Fortunately for students, the…
Polk State kicks off semester’s Career Services events with Transfer Student Roundtable
Polk State College launched its robust calendar of Career Services events for the Fall 2023 Semester on Wednesday with a Transfer Student Roundtable, where students had the opportunity to learn from graduates who have transferred…
Polk State freshman lands valuable opportunities with NASA, USF & more
Habiba Abouzaid says being a freshman shouldn’t stop anyone. She’s a great example. Within her first year at Polk State College, Abouzaid has developed an impressive resume that includes programs such as the NASA Community…
Apply now for Polk State’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
The application for Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program is open September 1 through September 30 for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. Prior to applying, prospective applicants should review the How to Apply information and…
Polk State Radiography grad goes from clinical to career at Winter Haven Hospital
Carlos Buitrago enrolled at Polk State College unsure of what career path to take, until a broken arm introduced him to the discipline of medical imaging. In a sling for two years, he was unable…
Polk State’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program to host info sessions
Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program will be hosting informational sessions starting on August 23 through January for individuals interested in applying for the Summer 2024 Semester. It is important to note that attending…