Gadsden, Ala. – The Gadsden State Community College Skills Training Division recognized students who successfully completed training in Phlebotomy, Nursing Support Technician and Advanced Nursing Assistant with Phlebotomy, during a pinning ceremony held on May 5, 2026, in the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the East Broad Campus.

The Phlebotomy program is a six-week course designed to prepare students for entry into the healthcare field. In addition to phlebotomy training, students have the opportunity to earn a Nursing Support Technician certification at no additional cost.

The 11-week Advanced Nursing Assistant Program is designed to meet the growing demands of the community’s healthcare system. The program prepares students to provide routine nursing-related services, including phlebotomy, for patients in hospitals and long-term care facilities.

Emma Bryant of Gadsden successfully completed the Phlebotomy program and passed the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam.

Stacey Roach of Centre successfully completed the Phlebotomy and Nursing Support Tech program and passed both the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam and the Nursing Support Technician exam.

Students who successfully completed the Advanced Nursing Assistant program and passed the certification exam are Phillip Harris, Isabella Luse, and Ragan Madrie.

Students who successfully completed the Advanced Nursing Assistant/Phlebotomy program are Kelsey Beeman of Rainbow City; Erikka Card, Johnice Johnson and Kiya Ransaw, all of Gadsden; Crystal Looney of Ashville; and Whitney Ragland of Anniston.

Students who also passed the Certified Nursing Assistant exam are Kelsey Beeman, Johnice Johnson, Crystal Looney, Whitney Ragland, and Kiya Ransaw.

Students completing these programs will now advance into the workforce, additional training programs and career pathways that will further expand their opportunities in the healthcare industry.

“These students have demonstrated commitment, professionalism, and determination throughout their training,” said Baisha Woody, director of Skills Training. “Their accomplishments represent an important step toward strengthening the healthcare workforce in our communities.”

For more information on the programs offered through Gadsden State’s Skills Training Division contact Baisha Woody, director of Skills Training, at bwoody@gadsdenstate.edu or visit www.gadsdenstate.edu/skills-training.

Additional photos of the event can be found HERE.