For more than 60 years, Wake Tech has changed the lives of thousands of people – helped them uncover hidden talents, start bold ventures, realize dreams and, sometimes, do the impossible. 

Each transformation is compelling, each story worth sharing – and Wake Tech students and alumni love sharing them! Take a look at some of their unique and inspiring stories.

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Pathway to Success

Andrew Moody - Class of 2011

“When I joined the Pathways mentoring program I had no idea it would change my life as much as it has!”

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Finding His Dream Job

Mat Berlinski - Class of 2003

“My life changed the moment I came to Wake Tech.”

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A New Career in Ten Weeks

Cynthia Motley - Class of 2011

“Thanks to Wake Tech’s START program, I was able to pick and choose where I wanted to work.”

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Think Globally … Train Locally!

Andrew Blizzard - Class of 2011

“I needed to retool and gain skills that would make me more marketable.”

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Soaring Toward a New Career

MiShelle Devereaux - Class of 2011

“Wake Tech got me started on a path toward working in a field that I love.”

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Back on Track

Chris Robinson - Class of 2011

“The Automotive Systems Technology program at Wake Tech made my dream possible.”

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CNA Training Results in Job That’s “A Perfect Fit”

Bonnie Riehl - Class of 2011

“It’s extremely heartwarming to know I’ve made a difference.”

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A New Job With Opportunities Built In

Scott Bridges - Class of 2011

“The JobsNOW program at Wake Tech was a great opportunity – I’d recommend it to anyone. It’s made all the difference for me.”

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A College Degree – Times Three!

Patricia DeAnda-Likes - Class of 2011

“I couldn’t have done it without Wake Tech!”

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Military Vet Goes High Tech

Dahlia Watkins - Class of 2011

“This has been a long time coming. I think my new employer saw the value of my Wake Tech education.”

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Wake Tech Jobstart: A New Beginning

Angela Nelson - Class of 2011

“The tools I learned in Wake Tech’s Jobstart program helped me then, and they’re still helping me today.”

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Wake Tech: Providing Tools for Small Businesses

Martha Liles - Class of 2011

“People should definitely check out what Wake Tech has to offer!”

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It’s All About Balance

Emily Ward - Class of 2011

“My growing family, my career, and my education - they’re all important. With online classes at Wake Tech, I can balance everything I value and enjoy life!”

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A True Life-Saver

Haley Swanson - Class of 2011

“It’s a really good feeling knowing we made a difference.”

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Top Law Enforcement Officer Chalks Up A Number Of “Firsts”

Pat Bazemore - Class of 2010

“Without having gone through the Criminal Justice program at Wake Tech, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”