San Jac awarded grant to train radiologic technologists
PASADENA, Texas – San Jacinto College has been awarded a $109,020 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant from the Texas Workforce Commission to train 20 students in the high-demand field of radiologic technology. These funds will equip students with the skills necessary to pursue careers as radiologic technologists and technicians.
“As the demand for skilled professionals in healthcare continues to grow, this grant ensures San Jacinto College can provide cutting-edge training that directly meets the needs of our region's workforce,” said Dr. Brenda Hellyer, Chancellor of San Jacinto College. “By investing in our students and their future careers, we are not only empowering them but also strengthening the economic vitality of our region.”
The JET grant is part of a broader initiative announced by Governor Greg Abbott, who awarded more than $15 million in career training grants to 60 Texas higher education institutions and independent school districts. These funds will provide students with access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources for career and technical education programs, helping them transition into high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation.
Governor Abbott highlighted the importance of initiatives like the JET program in sustaining Texas’ economic growth. “As Texas’ economy continues to grow, it is critical that we invest in our future workforce,” said Abbott. “This $15 million in career training grants will support career and technical training programs for thousands of Texas students across our great state. I thank the Texas Workforce Commission for their continued partnership with Texas’ high schools, colleges, and universities to help students achieve high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation.”
San Jacinto College’s radiography/medical imaging program launched a new Associate of Applied Science degree in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) fall 2024 to address the healthcare workforce needs of the Gulf Coast region. This direct-entry pathway allows students to achieve certification more quickly, enabling them to enter the workforce sooner.
“The JET grant will provide San Jacinto College with state-of-the art equipment to train our students,” said Dr. Rhonda Bell, dean of health and natural sciences. “This ensures our graduates are well-prepared to excel in the fast-paced, high-demand field of medical imaging, meeting the critical needs of our region and beyond.”
Through the strategic use of JET grants, TWC continues to invest in programs that open doors for Texans to secure rewarding careers while meeting the workforce needs of local communities.
About San Jacinto College
Surrounded by monuments of history, evolving industries, maritime enterprises of today,
and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has served the people of East Harris
County, Texas, since 1961. The College is ranked second in the nation among more than
1,100 community colleges, as designated by the Aspen Institute and was named an Achieving
the Dream Leader College of Distinction in 2020. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution
that spans five campuses, plus an online college, San Jacinto College serves approximately
45,000 credit and non-credit students annually. It offers more than 200 degrees and
certificates across eight major areas of study that put students on a path to transfer
to four-year institutions or enter the workforce. The College is fiscally sound, holding
bond ratings of AA+ by Standard & Poor’s and Aa2 by Moody’s. San Jacinto College is
accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
