ERIE — For students focused on career readiness in the Erie region, the Great Lakes Institute of Technology (GLIT) is becoming one of the most sought-after choices for postsecondary education. GLIT is attracting students seeking specialized training programs designed to prepare them for high-demand fields. This offers them a quicker transition into the workplace and their new career.

Founded to directly connect education to employment, GLIT offers a range of healthcare programs. Popular choices include medical assisting, dental assisting, health information technology, surgical technologist, and diagnostic medical sonography training — all of which lead directly to industry certification and career opportunities.

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