CCTC Foundation Receives Grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation
Sumter, SC (07/02/2024) — The CCTC Foundation has received a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation to support the Titan Simulation Center.
This grant will fund Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) training for CCTC nursing faculty and purchase state-of-the-art simulation equipment, enhancing the training opportunities for nursing students. The funding will also aid in the pursuit of future enhancements of the Titan Simulation Center.
New equipment includes an Adult Auscultation Trainer, which helps students learn anatomical landmarks and analyze heart, lung, and bowel sounds. Additionally, funds will be used to purchase a Pediatric Crash Cart with a Lifepack Defibrillator, enabling instructors to teach pediatric advanced cardiovascular life support through realistic simulation.
The CCTC Titan Simulation Center, located within the Health Sciences Center, features 11 simulation spaces totaling 3,415 square feet. Simulation education promotes clinical judgment, safe practice and cultural competence. Accreditation supports a culture of excellence, bridging classroom learning and real-life clinical experience.
"We are thrilled and deeply grateful to receive this grant, as it opens up incredible opportunities to enhance nursing simulation," said Taylor Dubose, department chair for the CCTC nursing program. "This support empowers us to shape the future of healthcare education through simulation best practices and accreditation."
The grant ensures training and certification for nursing faculty to implement best practices in the simulation curriculum. New equipment will provide an innovative and up-to-date learning environment for nursing students.
About Central Carolina Technical College
Central Carolina Technical College is a comprehensive, public, two-year institution of higher education that is dedicated to fostering a positive environment of teaching and learning for faculty, staff and students. The college serves primarily the region of Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee and Sumter counties in South Carolina and confers associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. Learn more: cctech.edu
About Central Carolina Technical College Foundation The Central Carolina Technical College Foundation, Inc. is governed by a Board of Trustees separate from the Area Commission for Central Carolina Technical College and is dedicated to expanding the goals and mission of the college. The CCTC Foundation is operated exclusively for charitable education purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c) 3 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
About the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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CCTC nursing students check vital signs using simulation equipment.