Virginia Western Community College celebrates an award-winning healthcare program in the Roanoke Valley.

The Virginia Workforce Association has named Carilion Clinic’s Grow-Our-Own Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) Program as recipient of the Talent Champion Award. Virginia Western and the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board collaborate with Carilion Clinic to operate the program. 

“The Virginia Workforce Association Talent Champion Award recognizes the power of partnership between Carilion Clinic and Virginia Western Community College,” said Lauren Cumella, Healthcare Careers faculty member at Virginia Western. “I am proud to help students gain the skills and confidence needed to launch successful healthcare careers while strengthening the future healthcare workforce in our region. This award reflects the dedication and hard work of our students, faculty, and healthcare partners whose commitment to excellence makes a lasting impact on our community.”

The Grow-Our-Own MA-C Program offers cohorts three times each year — in March, July, and October. Applications are posted by Carilion Clinic approximately two months prior to the start of each cohort.

Read a news release from Carilion Clinic with more information about the partnership and award.