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Want to Learn More About a Career as a Physical Therapist Assistant?

Western Technical College announces that its Physical Therapist Assistant Program is hosting an Open House. Participants will learn about career opportunities, educational objectives, application process, and requirements. In addition, the military and their dependents can learn about scholarship opportunities and all attendees will be eligible to enter into a drawing for a chance to win an MP3 player. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment as a physical therapist assistant is expected to increase a minimum of 27% or above from 2000 to 2014. The Associate of Applied Science Program was recently awarded accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association.

What: Open House for Physical Therapist Assistant Program

When: Monday, November 16, 2009, 4:30- 7:00 p.m.

Where: Western Technical College, 9451 Diana

Cost: No Fee

Information: (915) 231-4904

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Organizations in Need During the Holidays! Let's Help!

This season, help us support 3 worthy organizations during the Holidays. We are collecting items for the Candlelighters, Opportunity Center, and the Rescue Mission of El Paso. What do you need to do? Just gather your items and drop them in a collection box at either campus location. The following items are in need and your support is appreciated! Thank you.


Blankets


Pampers/ Diapers


Sweaters/Warm Clothing


Socks


Coats


Coffee


Canned Goods


Personal Hygiene Items


Toothpaste


Shampoo


Conditioner


Lotion


Razors


Cleaning Supplies


Laundry Detergent

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1966 Nova...Pure Performance!

Heads-Up Class racer Onofre Benavidez has entrusted the Automotive Funadamentals & Performance Tuner Department at Western Technical College with this $200,000, 440 in. small block, twin turbo, 1900 horse power, 1966 Chevy II Nova to improve its already hard to beat performance. Staff and students are working towards the goal of tuning this car to run at more than 1900 horse power using the in-house dynamometer located at the eastside Plaza Campus in just a few days. Check out this car in action even before being tuned by Western Tech! More to come...


Caption: Western Technical College Automotive & Performance Tuner Students.

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Job Fair Success & Photos!

Thank you to all of the participants that came out to the Eastside Main Campus for the annual job fair . Over 100 employers, business and health organizations participated in this year’s event that is held annually and students and alumni attended to talk to businesses about industry, job requirements and opportunities.

This year a health fair was added to the job fair so that attendees could obtain information about good health, screenings, and wellness. One popular booth, Environmental Services Vector Control, drew students in with glass jars filled with mice, mosquitos, and more! Environmental Inspectors, Pete Ortega and Mario Sandoval, noted that WTC had done and excellent job of organizing the event, and that they knew they could expect job applicants from WTC to be well prepared and hard workin

A SPECIAL THANKS to the following individuals and companies for their extra efforts that added to the success:

Las Palmas Del Sol - Prizes

Entravision Tv & Radio - Prizes

KFOX- Prizes

Grace Therapeutic- Chair Massages

Lighthouse for the Blind- Glaucoma screenings

Flu Shots made available by Concentra Medical Center

Boxer- Antonio Escalante, Autographs

Auto Zone - Matthew Pulcini, Rudy Sanchez and John Jamrowski -Prizes

Permian Machinery- Forklift Display

Luna Performance- High performance vehicle display

Sams- Food Items

A,o. Smith- Parking

Nichirin-Parking

Kwik Copy, Aggie Moreno – Prizes

Mulligans Cafe- Superb BBQ-ing

Click HERE now to check out photos of the event!

Photo Caption: (L to R) Jessica Zittlau-Health Information Technology Student, Pedro Garcia (Graduate of Medical/Clinical Assistant)- APPS Paramedical Services, and Luis Luna of APPS Paramedical Services.

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Student Massage Internship Clinic

October 19 – November 6th

CLASSIC! One Hour Wellness-$15 
NEW! Deep Pressure Signature Massage-$20
NEW! One and a Half Hour Rejuvenation-$25
COMPLIMENTARY! Add a moist therapeutic heat pack.

Call Our Appointment Line to Schedule!  (915) 231-4945 . During class times, we may not be available to take your call, but please leave a message. We WILL call you back to schedule your appointment! Campus reception staff DOES NOT set appointments. Appointment times vary.

ASK ABOUT DISCOUNTS For Active Military, Seniors (62 & up), WTC Students and Faculty! 

Exclusively at Branch Campus 9451 Diana Dr., El Paso TX 79924  

*Student internship clinic is a learning environment therefore therapeutic massage experiences may vary. *Minors receiving services who are between the age of 12-16 must be accompanied by parent/guardian in the massage station at all times. No children under the age of 12 please. No unattended children in any area of WTC campus. Library is for student use only. * Individual student therapist requests upon availability. Safety for students and clients is of high priority. We reserve the right to refuse service. Western Technical College's Massage Therapy Program #MS0111 is approved and regulated by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) and accredited through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).