BioWork
Home to more than 700 life science companies North Carolina currently ranks third in the nation for biotechnology. BioWork is a certificate program which can lead to an entry-level position as a process technician. Students will learn the foundational skills needed for a career with a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing company.
BioWork is ideal for recent high school graduates, transitioning military, or anyone seeking a new career opportunity.
Learn more about process technician duties, and learning objectives.
Career Opportunities
Gain an entry-level position in biomanufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical laboratories, and research and development. Related opportunities also exist in customer service and sales.
Course Information
Required (Core) Laboratory activities that are fundamental to the learning objectives:
- Unit 1 – Pharmaceutical Quality and cGMP
- Unit 2 – Working Safely
- Unit 3 – Measuring Process Parameters
- Unit 4 – Chemical Process in Biomanufacturing
- Unit 5 – Equipment and Materials
- Unit 6 – Controlling the Process
- Unit 7 – Facilities and Manufacturing Environment
- Unit 8 – Biomanufacturing Production
Topics also include biotechnology industry and job overview, job search, resumes, and interviews.
Registration
Interested students must:
- Hold a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC).
- Complete an Required Online Information Session prior to registration. Allow approximately 30 minutes from start to finish.
Scholarships
Scholarship Opportunities may be available.
Contacts
BioWork Registration
Lee Main
Campus
(919) 718-7500
Harnett Main Campus
(910) 814-8823
Chatham Main Campus
(919) 545-8044
Siler City
Campus
(919) 545-8663
BioWork & Bioprocess Technology Questions
Dr. Lisa Smelser
Department Chair, Biotechnology Programs
lsmelser@cccc.edu
(919) 718-7305
Biopharma Industrial Companies
Patricia Anderson
Executive Director of Industry Services
pande622@cccc.edu
(919) 718-7081