Kathy entered this apprenticeship opportunity as the result of a partnership of between SIFH Healthcare, Lewis and Clark Community College, St. Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department, Madison County Employment and Training and Economic Development Region 9 partners.

"My goals for the apprentice program are to be able to use the clinical skills that I have learned and be an exceptional Medical Assistant."

"I am hoping that through the apprenticeship program I am able to use the skills that I learned to help patients receive the professional and compassionate care that they deserve. I am hoping for career advancement as well as a better salary for myself and my family."

"Everyone in this program has become one big family. We help and support each other. Our weekly motto was “We can do this!”

"I am very grateful to have gone through this program. Not only will I advance my salary, I will also advance my career and the patient care that I can give. This has been a wonderful experience for me."

Kathy successfully completed the Certified Medical Assistant Apprenticeship in January.