Terrebonne General Health System and Fletcher Technical Community College Expand Nursing and Allied Health Programs on Fletcher Campus

Terrebonne General Health System (Terrebonne General) and Fletcher Technical Community College (Fletcher) have expanded the Nursing and Allied Health Programs (N&AH) on the Fletcher campus. The addition of this dedicated Nursing and Allied Health corridor at Fletcher will centralize all existing N&AH programs into one location, enhancing collaboration and operational efficiency.

The expansion will enable the Division of Nursing and Allied Health to increase its offerings by introducing new programs to better serve students in the Bayou Region. Programs such as Cardiovascular Sonography, Radiologic Technology, Ophthalmic Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician will benefit from these purpose-built classrooms and laboratory spaces.

“This new workforce expansion strengthens the pipeline of talent our healthcare system depends on and helps ensure our patients continue to receive high-quality care,” says Phyllis Peoples, President and CEO, Terrebonne General Health System. “Additionally, it will preserve our ability to care for our family, friends, and neighbors, while also creating secure, well-paying careers where people can pursue their calling, serve others, and feel proud of the impact they make every day.”

Existing programs, including Surgical Technology and Respiratory Therapy, have benefited from this expansion by gaining access to state-of-the-art lab facilities, creating opportunities to increase enrollment and improve hands-on training. With these advancements, students will no longer need to leave the region to pursue rewarding careers in these high-demand allied health fields.

"We are honored to partner with Terrebonne General Health System to create not only a new physical space for our Nursing and Allied Health programs, but also to be able to expand our offerings in high-demand, high-wage careers in the healthcare sector. We want to thank Terrebonne General Health System for their generosity and their commitment to our community," said Dr. Kristine Strickland, PhD, Chancellor, Fletcher Technical Community College.

The N&AH programs are currently enrolling students, and students have been using the classrooms and labs in the corridor since September. In addition to the new programs offered, existing programs include Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology, Phlebotomy, Sterile Processing, Nursing Assistant, and Nursing (ASN and PN). For more information, contact Fletcher at 985-448-7900.