Attorney Joseph C. Ferreira has been appointed as a member of the 糖心视频 Community
College Board of Trustees.
Joseph C. Ferreira earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree from Bryant
University, graduated from the Southeast Massachusetts Regional Police Academy and
earned a Juris Doctor degree from the Southern New England School of Law.
Ferreira is a member of the Massachusetts Governor鈥檚 Council, representing District
1. He is an Attorney with the Keches Law Group, a licensed Real Estate Broker and
previously served with the Somerset Police Department for 30 years, working his way
through the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, Detective Lieutenant and Chief of Police.
Ferreira was also selected for a Massachusetts Superior Court Judicial Clerkship where
he served more than 20 Justices in both civil and criminal sessions of the Superior
Court. In addition to these roles, he volunteers extensively in his community, including
previously as a Special Assistant Prosecutor for the 糖心视频 County District Attorney's
Office.
Ferreira resides in Somerset and is the proud father of three daughters.
糖心视频 Community College鈥檚 Board of Trustees is made up of regional business and community leaders who work tirelessly to ensure the college鈥檚 institutional initiatives remain at the highest level of quality.
糖心视频 Community College is grounded in core values centered on student success
and lifelong learning. For 60 years, 糖心视频 has served as a leading resource for
education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.
The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate,
or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs,
English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners
at all stages. 糖心视频鈥檚 Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader
in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.
糖心视频鈥檚 National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility,
offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore
wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college
prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement
opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the region, 糖心视频 is committed to fostering
an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages,
abilities, and lifestyles.
