Pathway

Pathway Connection

Connection to High School (Non-Credit)

Contact Person

Conrad Mercurius
conrad.mercurious@raritanval.edu 

Executive Summary

The Aseptic Processing Pathway Project provided high school students with early exposure to careers in biotechnology through a hands-on, non-credit summer bootcamp. Middlesex College hosted a six-week Biotechnology Fundamentals course beginning July 1, 2024, with 12 high school students in attendance. The program introduced students to foundational biotechnology concepts and techniques, supplemented by an on-site industry visit to provide real-world context.

This pathway connection is part of a broader strategy to build awareness and readiness for careers in aseptic processing and biomanufacturing. By connecting high school students to advanced training opportunities early, this program creates on-ramps to college and career pathways that are aligned with New Jersey’s growing life sciences sector.

Education Partners

Raritan Valley Community College Middlesex College Mercer County Community College Somerset County Vocational-Technical School

Pathway Resources

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