The event brought together elected officials, community partners, and families at Tec Centro’s headquarters in south Reading.
Tec Centro Berks recently celebrated the graduation of 128 students who completed career training programs that provide pathways to family-sustaining employment.
The event brought together elected officials, community partners, and families to honor the achievements of these graduates and the impact Tec Centro continues to make in Berks County.
Graduates earned credentials in high-demand fields including certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical records and billing specialist, commercial driver’s license (CDL), pre-apprenticeship in general construction, culinary arts, and high school equivalency (HiSET).
More than 250 attendees gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the students. Distinguished guests included U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, who shared brief remarks with the graduates, Reading Mayor Eddie Moran, State Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, and Berks County Commissioner Michael Rivera.
The event also featured a generous presentation from Visions Federal Credit Union, which donated $5,500 to support CNA graduates with the cost of their certification exam, helping to remove financial barriers as they transition into the healthcare workforce.
“This graduation is a reflection of what’s possible when opportunity meets determination,” said Violet Emory, executive director of Tec Centro Berks. “Each of our graduates has taken a bold step toward a brighter future, for themselves, their families, and their community. We are honored to be a part of their journey and grateful for the support of the elected officials and partners who believe in our mission.”
Tec Centro Berks, operated by the Berks Latino Workforce Development Corp., is a dynamic bilingual workforce center dedicated to advancing economic mobility and workforce equity in Berks County.
