FARMINGTON — The Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee has announced the six recipients of the West Central Maine Health Careers Scholarship Program.

The scholarships are presented to students residing in the Franklin Memorial Hospital service area who are pursuing careers in the health care field.

Each of the following will be awarded a $600 scholarship from the Auxiliary upon successful completion of their first or next semester. They include:

Bethany Masse of East Dixfield, who attends Kennebec Valley Community College for nursing.

Cassandra Hutchinson of New Vineyard, who attends Kennebec Valley Community College for nursing.

Alexandra Harnden of Strong, who will attend the University of Maine for nursing.

Althea Mae Drummond of Livermore Falls, who will attend the University of Maine for nursing.

Randi Duguay of Jay, who will attend Husson University for nursing.

Shula Yeaton of West Farmington, who will attend St. Joseph’s College of Maine for nursing.

“There are many considerations involved in the selection process,” said Caroleen Caldwell, chairwoman of the FMH Auxiliary Scholarship Committee. “These students are to be congratulated and have our best wishes for a successful career.”