The University of North Carolina (UNC) at Pembroke, a historically American Indian college and university, has announced that it will host a two-week bioprocessing training to help students and residents prepare for entry-level positions in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
The short course will be offered from December 9-20, 2024, at UNC Pembroke’s Biotechnology Research and Training Center at Carolina Commerce and Technology Park.
The training is part of the Accelerate NC – Life Sciences Manufacturing initiative, funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge, which aims to build regional economies and support community-led economic development nationwide.
The Accelerate NC – Life Sciences Manufacturing coalition, led by the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, received $25 million in Build Back Better Regional Challenge funding to build equity while supporting economic development across the state.
North Carolina Central University, home to the Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise, worked closely with other partners to offer bioprocessing training.
The coalition includes Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, Livingstone College, Saint Augustine’s University, and Winston-Salem State University.
UNC Pembroke hosted the first cohort of training participants in January and the second cohort over the summer.
Training applicants must be 18 years of age or older and must have a high school diploma or GED.
Before starting the short course, students must complete five online courses.
Upon completing the two-week free course, students will earn several certifications in biomanufacturing, including an advanced certificate in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
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