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MDC North Campus to Serve as South Florida’s Only Federal Mass

WebMiami, Feb. 19, 2021 – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced today that Miami Dade College’s (MDC) North Campus will serve as a federal COVID-19 mass vaccination site capable of administering up to 2,000 vaccines per day. “MDC is very proud to be chosen as a committed partner in helping our community and the entire country reach normalcy …

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Miami Dade College Partners with Mantra Health and Didi Hirsch …

WebMiami, Jan. 7, 2022 – Recognizing that taking care of mental health is just as important as physical health, Miami Dade College (MDC) has partnered with Mantra Health, the leading digital mental health clinic focused on young adults, as well as the nation’s premier Suicide Prevention Center at Didi Hirsch, to provide virtual mental health and crisis care to …

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Surgical Tech, Medical Lab Degrees Now Available MDC News

WebThe Florida Department of Economic Opportunities reports that within the next five years, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties will need approximately 682 new employees per year in the surgical technology field. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recommends adding approximately 9,000 medical laboratory scientists to the workforce …

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Building a Healthier Community MDC News

WebProviding vital health care information and services to some of the region’s most disadvantaged residents, MDC’s Medical Campus recently hosted its ninth annual Community Health Fair.. More than 1,600 attended the ever-growing Health Fair, which offered free blood pressure screenings, flu shots, glucose and cholesterol tests, …

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MDC Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony Honors 10 New Inductees

WebMiami Dade College recently honored a new class of outstanding community leaders at its 22 nd MDC Alumni Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony held at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel.. The annual Hall of Fame ceremony recognizes alumni who are civic and business leaders in the community and across the nation while raising vital funds to …

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Miami Dade College Launches MDC CARE to Offer COVID-19

WebMDC North and Kendall Campuses offering free COVID-19 testing . Miami, Jan. 19, 2021 – In addition to the comprehensive COVID-19 safety measures already in place at all campuses, Miami Dade College (MDC) has launched MDC CARE (Comprehensive Access to Resources and Education), an initiative to facilitate vaccines …

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Miami Dade College’s Medical Campus to Open State-of-the-Art …

WebThe center is sure to be a game-changer for the region, serving as an unparalleled training ground for health care professionals . Miami, June 13, 2019 – Miami Dade College (MDC) will open its brand-new Center for Learning, Innovation and Simulation, a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide students with the training needed to excel in …

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MDC Homestead Campus and South Dade Chamber of Commerce …

WebMiami, Oct. 12, 2021 – Miami Dade College (MDC) Homestead Campus in collaboration with the South Dade Chamber of Commerce will host a Health and Wellness Fair from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Homestead Campus. The event is free and open to the public and will feature activities for the entire family.. During the Fair, attendees will …

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MDC’s Benjamin León School of Nursing Presents Virtual

WebMiami, Sept. 30, 2021 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Benjamín León School of Nursing Lecture Series will present a collaborative discussion addressing Best Practices to Educate Novice Nurses Transitioning into the Workforce during the COVID-19 Pandemic from 5:30 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27.This event is free and open to the public.

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Miami Dade College to Illuminate Freedom Tower Green Mental …

WebMiami, FL, May 7, 2021 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower will be illuminated green at sunset on Saturday, May 22, in support of Mental Health Awareness Month and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). During the month of May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental …

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MDC Medical Campus to Host Open House and Tour of Campus …

WebMiami, Sept. 7, 2022 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Medical Campus will host an open house on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 5 – 8 p.m. for anyone interested in careers in health care. This event is free and open to the public. The open house will provide information about in-demand health care careers, financial aid, scholarship, and associate, …

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Miami Dade College’s Hialeah Campus Awarded Grant for Health …

WebMiami, Sept. 4, 2019 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) School of Continuing Education and Professional Development at Hialeah Campus was recently awarded a $5,000 grant in support of MDC’s Health Literacy Project for a seventh straight year by the Florida Blue Foundation, in partnership with the Florida Literacy Coalition.. MDC’s Health Literacy …

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MDC Medical Campus to Host 13th Annual Community Health Fair …

WebMiami, Jan. 5, 2022 – With the goal of providing vital health care information and services to the South Florida community, Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Medical Campus will once again host its annual Community Health Fair on Saturday, Feb. 26 starting at 9 a.m. The Fair is free and open to the public. Now in its 13th edition, the popular

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Miami Dade College Medical Campus to Host 18th Annual …

WebMiami, Jan. 3, 2023 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Medical Campus is hosting its 18th Annual Community Health Fair at 9 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 25.Services being offered at the popular fair include glucose and cholesterol tests, as well as limited mammograms, dental and vision screenings.

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Chelsea Clinton Inspires Young People to Take Action

WebChelsea Clinton paid a visit to MDC’s InterAmerican Campus at the invitation of the School of Education, on October 22, 2015 to discuss her book, It’s Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going. Clinton holds a B.A. from Stanford University, a Masters in public health from Columbia University and a doctorate degree in international relations from …

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Two MDC Students Named Finalists in NPR’s College Podcasts …

WebTwo Miami Dade College Students Named Finalists in NPR’s College Podcasts Challenge. Miami, March 4, 2024 – Ana Bassett and Michael Vargas, two Miami Dade College (MDC) students, have been named finalists in the most recent edition of National Public Radio’s (NPR) College Podcast Challenge.

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HOSPITALS NEED HELP Shortage of health workers could …

WebHOSPITALS NEED HELP Shortage of health workers could raise costs BY BRIAN BANDELL NOVEMBER 11, 2021 . Casey Berger, a first-year nursing student, receives instruction from Stephanie Cawley,

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Miami Dade College Receives Over $14 Million from U.S

WebMiami, Sept. 14, 2020 – Five out of Miami Dade College’s (MDC) eight campuses have been awarded Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) grants for a combined total of more than $14 million from the U.S. Department of Education to benefit Hispanic students over the next five years. The Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program provides …

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Enroll America and Community Organizations to Provide Health …

WebEnrollment period begins November 1 thru January 31. Miami, Oct. 17, 2016-Enroll America and its Get Covered America campaign is offering students and area families the opportunity to receive one-on-one health plan enrollment assistance by appointment through a series of available office hours at several Miami Dade College (MDC) …

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