SMC’s new biotechnology program prepares students to enter the rapidly growing life science/biotechnology workforce or transfer to the biomanufacturing bachelor’s degree programs offered at select community colleges within California. In just six classes, students can become a certified laboratory assistant and begin an exciting career in an industry that is at the forefront of curing cancer; diagnosing and treating diseases; preventing the next global pandemic; and saving the environment. The industry validated curriculum is designed to give students the confidence and skills to operate cutting-edge laboratory equipment and to help them use science to solve problems that are impacting society and the planet.