HealthCare Expo 2006 @ Freedom

The Freedom Regional Library and the Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology hosted the 5th Annual Healthcare Career Expo on Saturday, 11/11/06 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. This annual event is made possible through the collaboration of Health Careers 4 Me, the Carolinas HealthCare System, Communities in Schools and PLCMC. The Expo featured hands-on clinical exhibits staffed by healthcare professionals, panel discussions and a free financial aid seminar. Representatives were present from Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, Stanly Community College, South Piedmont Community College, the Mercy School of Nursing, Carolinas College of Health Sciences, CPCC, Latino Pathways and the College Foundation of North Carolina. A strong turnout from the community was evident as families filtered through the booths to take advantage of the wealth of information available to them. Many new library users registered for library cards as well.