Polk State OTA grad returns with her doctorate as Clinical Coordinator
Dr. Jasmine Thomas’ story has come full circle. The 2018 graduate of Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Program has returned with her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree to serve as the program’s Clinical Coordinator.…
Polk State therapy programs join forces for Warriors for Wellness 5K
Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant programs will host the inaugural Warriors for Wellness 5K on Saturday, April 6, 2024, on the Winter Haven Campus. Check-in will take place from 7…
Polk State Cardiovascular Technology grad forges career path outside of the lab
Lauren King admits, “I had no idea that an Associate in Science could take me so far.” Her Polk State College degree in Cardiovascular Technology has led to a rewarding and unexpected career outside of…
Polk State Success Coaches support freshmen, increased retention
Less than two years since its inception at Polk State College, the Success Coaching onboarding initiative is proving successful with an 82% retention rate for students who utilize coaching in their freshman year. Success…
Graduate credits Polk State for solidifying career path, transferring to UF
Ximena Villegas is the first generation in her Mexican family to attend college and is inspired by her parents’ work ethic to achieve a career in immigration law. She received her Associate in Arts degree…
State-of-the-art equipment helps set Polk State Respiratory Care students up for success
With newly acquired modern equipment, experienced instructors, and a track record of success, Polk State College’s Respiratory Program adequately prepares students for a rewarding career in the field. The two-year program awards an Associate in…
Polk State student: Haines City-Davenport Campus will give students hope
Ana Gutierrez has lived in Haines City for more than 20 years, witnessing the region’s exponential growth and persevering toward her college degree, despite a commute that is 30 miles roundtrip to reach Polk State…
Polk State Physical Therapist Assistant Program accepting applications, hosting info session
Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program is accepting applications now through February 16 for the next class starting in the Summer 2024 Semester. The program is also holding an informational session on January 24…
12-week classes start February 5, 8-week classes start March 4
There is still time to enroll for the Spring 2024 Semester at Polk State College. Twelve-week classes will start on February 5 and the second session of eight-week classes will start on March 4. Currently…
Polk State College makes way on Winter Haven Science Building renovation
The possibilities aren’t quite endless, but they are vast as to what can be accomplished as Polk State College’s Winter Haven Science (WSC) Building undergoes a major renovation. Built in 1966, the 51,000-square-foot building will…