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Be the Hero of Tomorrow: Strengthen Houston’s Future with Resilient Skills!

Imagine a Houston where YOU are the cornerstone of resilience. A city where every professional—from first responders to data scientists—is equipped to tackle challenges as diverse as floods, fires, pandemics, and power outages. Picture businesses that not only withstand adversity but emerge stronger, innovating their way through challenges

A Dynamic Environment Requires Dynamic Solutions

Our world becomes more challenging and uncertain by the day. To navigate it, our communities, companies, and residents must be better equipped than ever before. Houston Community College (HCC) envisions a resilience focused skilled workforce across residential, commercial, industrial, and public facilities.

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Industry-Aligned Curricula with Engaging Learning Experiences

Each microcredential is crafted in consultation with industry experts, ensuring that what you learn today can be applied in your workplace tomorrow. Each course incorporates resilience elements that apply to your profession, providing a practical, real-world education through scenario-based experiences. This makes your learning journey uniquely beneficial to acquire resiliency skills that are immediately applicable in fields like:

  • Healthcare: Nurses, Community Health Workers, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Respiratory Therapists
  • Business: Human Resource Reps, Translators/Interpreters, Business Owners, Managers
  • Applied Data Science & Analytics: Data Analysts, Programmers, Cyber Security Analysts, Unmanned Aircraft Pilots, GIS Analysts
  • Facilities & Infrastructure: Construction Managers, Plumbers, Drywallers, Electrical Drafters, HVAC Technicians
  • Debris Removal & Reuse: Truck Drivers, Forklift Operators, Hazmat Technicians, Safety Technicians, Waste-Handling Technicians
  • Public Safety: Police Officers, Emergency Medical Technicians, Firefighters, Paramedics
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