On Aug. 13, Middlesex Community College’s biotechnology program received a Pathmaker Validation from the Mass Life Sciences Center. Representatives from MLSC joined Middlesex President Phil Sisson, Provost Arlene Rodríguez, and biotechnology faculty to visit the lab and award a plaque of recognition for the success and effectiveness of MCC’s program.
“We are thrilled to receive the Pathmaker Validation from Mass Life Sciences Center and are proud to display our plaque of recognition in our state-of-the-art biotechnology lab,” Sisson said. “This honor from MLSC proves that our combination of interactive lab experiences, comprehensive curriculum, and ample networking opportunities offer robust and life-changing programs that lend to the stability and success of our students, the biotechnology industry, and the Massachusetts workforce. Our partnership with MLSC will help us continue to provide a diverse population of students with skills and training to enter and advance in their careers in an in-demand and much needed field.”
The MLSC Pathmaker program funds industry-aligned training programs that address critical skills and talent supply gaps and connects skilled, diverse workers with life science career opportunities in Massachusetts. Additionally, one of the goals of Pathmaker is to serve as a stamp of approval on specific training programs that meet the most up-to-date industry criteria, thereby sending a strong signal to prospective career seekers. Pathmaker validation ensures that programs up to and including associate degrees receive a stamp of approval, affirming their alignment with industry standards and Pathmaker Core Competencies. This helps ensure top-tier quality in biomanufacturing education and industry readiness.
