Moving Up in the Medical Field

Laura was a single mother who had been working as a home health aide at a residential AFC home since 2017. She found her work deeply rewarding, as she enjoyed caring for others. However, after several years in the role, Laura began considering a career change—one that would allow her to stay within the medical field and continue helping people in a meaningful way.

Through her research, Laura discovered that becoming a medical assistant would align perfectly with her goals. Knowing certification was required, she contacted the Tuscola Technology Center to gather information about their training program. The next challenge was finding a way to pay for her education. As a single mom, Laura needed financial assistance to make her career transition possible.

In July 2024, Laura met with a Career Coach at GST Michigan Works! in Sandusky. During their meeting, she was approved for grant funding that would fully cover the cost of her Clinical Medical Assistant training. Relieved and excited, Laura enrolled in classes in August 2024.

Throughout her training, Laura remained in regular contact with her Career Coach, sharing updates and celebrating milestones. She often expressed how much she enjoyed the program, particularly the hands-on training, which quickly became her favorite part. Her hard work and dedication paid off in January of 2025 when she proudly earned her Clinical Medical Assistant certification.

Big changes continued for Laura. At the end of February, she moved from Decker to Davison and immediately began her job search. Within just one week of relocating, Laura secured a full-time position at Mid-Michigan Gastroenterology in Flint as a medical assistant. Today, she is thriving in her new role, continuing to fulfill her passion for helping others in a career she loves.