The Education and Training Program at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center supports North Carolina educators at all educational levels through these programs and resources:
- K-12 Teacher Support
- The Biotechnology Center provides comprehensive support for teachers to implement hands-on biotechnology in the classroom.
- Summer Biotechnology Workshops for Educators
- Workshops provide an introduction to biotechnology as well as various advanced topics, with different offerings each year. Hands-on lab activities reinforce North Carolina Department of Public Instruction teaching objectives. Workshop offerings can address needs of both K-12 and college educators.
- Education Grants
- The Education and Training Program at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center supports biotechnology education projects at all educational levels through three funding programs.
- Education Program Development and Advising
- Partnering with educational institutions and outreach providers, the Biotechnology Center has produced educational materials and provides advice on curriculum and program design to faculty and administrators.
- Guide to Biotechnology
- A resource for educators, students and parents to learn about biotechnology in North Carolina and explore biotechnology career options.
- Workforce Development
- Center staff track employment needs and trends in the North Carolina biotechnology industry, as well as the knowledge and skills required for different careers; and support the Biomanufacturing and Pharmaceutical Training Consortium.