About me
Melissa Hibbard, MSEd, AHI, CEHRS, CPC, CPHI, CPhT, is the Program Director for Healthcare Programs (Online) at Miller-Motte College and a proud 2026 ACTE NextLevel Fellow. With more than a decade of experience in K–12 education and 18 years in postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE), Melissa is deeply committed to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.In her leadership role, she oversees allied health programs with a focus on student success, workforce readiness, and innovative learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge with real-world healthcare practice. Melissa is passionate about empowering students to pursue meaningful careers in healthcare, particularly those entering the field through career-focused education pathways.While she strives to inspire her students every day, she often shares that the inspiration flows both ways. The determination, resilience, and growth she sees in her students continually motivate her work as an educator and leader, because those direct connections with students remind her why this work matters. Watching transformation happen, when a student suddenly believes they can succeed, is what keeps her passionate and grounded.
