CT State Manchester with Jessica

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Let’s hear from Jessica, a dedicated student on a mission to make a difference in the medical field. Inspired by her father’s experience, she chose to pursue respiratory therapy at CT State Manchester, due to its national recognition and partnership with Hartford Hospital. Jessica’s journey exemplifies resilience and passion. Tell us more, Jessica.

– Thanks for that introduction, Alex. Before I began my educational journey, I always knew I wanted to be within the medical field helping others. It wasn’t until my father got sick that I realized what a respiratory therapist was and actually did. I remember when he got sick and they were helping him and taking care of him they were managing these life-saving machines called chemical ventilators. I knew then what I wanted to do with my career. I decided to pursue my degree in respiratory therapy at Manchester because of their national recognition and their amazing partnership with Hartford Hospital and the Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation, also known as CESI. Having such an amazing partnership with CESI allows us to get hands-on experience through simulations using state-of-the-art labs. This allows our clinical instructors to make detailed real life scenarios that help us learn. Some of my favorite days are spent at CESI. What I really love about Manchester’s respiratory program is the accessibility we have to the directors of the program. Their depth of knowledge, willingness to go the extra mile and dedication to our success is like no other. I wouldn’t be where I am in the program today without them. I am a working mother. I’m showing my son that you can be whatever you wanna be no matter what age. I couldn’t have pursued any of this though if it wasn’t for a school like CT State, with its smaller class sizes, flexibility, lower tuition rates, and transferable credits when I graduate and further my education. Well, that’s all from me, Alex, take it back.

– Jessica, thank you for sharing your inspiring path into the medical field. Your dedication to becoming a respiratory therapist shaped by your father’s experience, showcases your passion for helping others. Your commitment to education and balancing motherhood exemplifies resilience. We wish you ongoing success, thanks again.