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Over fifty degree and certificate programs in healthcare, business, STEM, and liberal arts taught by credentialed faculty with years of experience in higher education and industry.

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Teams include men’s basketball and baseball and women’s basketball, volleyball as well as men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s track and field. GBCC is a member of the Yankee Small College Conference (YSCC) within the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). In 2025 the men’s basketball team won the YCC Conference Championship.

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Secure your spot — secure your career!

Thinking about a future in healthcare? Join us for a Medical Assistant Program Information Session on December 8 at 5:00 PM (virtual via Zoom) to learn how you can start your path toward an in-demand career.

Our next Medical Assistant program begins January 12, and this is the perfect opportunity to ask questions, understand program expectations, and learn what it takes to succeed in this fast-paced, hands-on field.

📅 Info Session: December 8
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
💻 Location: Virtual via Zoom
🔗 Program Details: https://bit.ly/3KErCeo

Don’t wait — sessions fill quickly, and now is the time to take the next step toward a meaningful healthcare career.

#GreatBayCommunityCollege #GBCC #MedicalAssistant #HealthcareTraining #ThisIsWhatCommunityLooksLike #ChooseCommunity

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Yes, Chef!

Advance your culinary career in 2026 with Great Bay Community College. Our next 12-week Culinary Arts and Sustainable Foodways program begins February 17, 2026.

Learn from some of the area’s top chefs while building strong skills in fundamental cooking and baking, cold preparation, butchery, bread baking, and pastry. The program also includes visits to local farms and fisheries, helping students understand food distribution and the importance of sustainable agriculture. Classes in nutrition, costing, labor management, and purchasing provide a well-rounded foundation for culinary careers.

Students earn their ServSafe Food Manager Certification upon successful completion of the final exam, recognized by the National Restaurant Association. Graduates also receive a Culinary Arts Digital Credential that can be shared with employers.

Interested in learning more? Join us for an information session on Tuesday, December 9 at 12 PM or 3 PM.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JMjuYV

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Great Bay Community College18 hours ago

✨ Celebrating the Fall 2025 Culinary Arts & Sustainable Foodways Graduates!

Congratulations to the Fall 2025 class of our Culinary Arts & Sustainable Foodways program! The final dinner was a showcase of incredible flavors, skill, and creativity — a true testament to your hard work and growth over the past 12 weeks.

A special thank-you to Rob Strange for joining us, sharing his experience, and continuing to cheer on our students. We’re grateful for the support, the collaboration, and the community this program continues to build.

We could not be prouder of this cohort and the dedication they’ve shown. Here’s to the next chapter in your culinary journeys — we can’t wait to see where your passion and talent take you.

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Thanks to WMUR-TV for inviting Great Bay Community College to be part of this special NH Chronicle story — and for giving Jayden a chance to experience our hands-on automotive program offered through the R.W.Creteau Technology Center.

We were proud to welcome him into the auto lab, introduce him to the tools and technology our students use every day, and give him a glimpse of what it feels like to learn, grow, and belong in a supportive, skills-focused environment.

Jayden’s passion for cars, learning, and his future is inspiring, and we’re grateful to play a small role in a day filled with encouragement from so many caring people across the Seacoast.

Watch the full story here: https://bit.ly/3XuGeQu

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'He's very sweet-hearted': New Hampshire teenager seeks loving home

He's a polite, curious and hardworking teen who is forging his own path and looking for some guidance along the way. Join Jayden in his search for his Home at Last. (via NH Chronicle)

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Great time of year to secure that summer internship. Check out this opportunity from Service Credit Union. Interested? Learn more at [email protected]

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Community college does not mean giving up the chance to be a college athlete!

At Great Bay, students can join the Great Bay Herons and compete in baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf, or track and field while earning an affordable degree.

The Herons compete in the Yankee Small College Conference and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, giving students a true college sports experience.

If you prefer something more relaxed, intramurals like indoor soccer or futsal, basketball, volleyball, and flag football are available throughout the year. It is a great way to stay active and connect with other students.

Learn more about athletics at Great Bay: https://bit.ly/49P0sfd

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I believe that through studying for my English degree, I have become a more open-minded, sympathetic and empathetic person.

Madeline Ramirez, GBCC Graduate