Great Falls students preparing for healthcare careers will have access to more modern training equipment through a new partnership between Benefis Health System and Great Falls Public Schools.
Benefis donated four beds to the school district for use in health-science education. The equipment includes two hospital beds and two extended-care beds that will support students training for certified nursing assistant roles and exploring other healthcare careers.
According to The Electric, district leaders contacted Benefis after identifying a need to replace older training beds. The health system responded within days with available equipment. It is a practical example of how Great Falls employers and educators can work together to connect classroom learning with the tools students may encounter in the workplace.
For families considering a move to Great Falls, partnerships like this offer another look at the community’s commitment to career-focused education. Students can begin exploring healthcare occupations before graduation, while local employers help strengthen awareness of an industry that provides a wide range of professional opportunities.
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Read The Electric’s report on the Benefis and GFPS equipment partnership.