Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
If you love helping others, nursing and health sciences may be your calling.
Careers in healthcare are always in demand, and so are Penn College graduates. Gaining extensive hands-on experience in labs and through clinical experiences, our students are driven to succeed and determined to make tomorrow a better place.
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Areas of Interest
Choose your path
Allied Health
Take the lead in a non-direct patient care within the growing healthcare field.
Biomedical & Prehospital
Explore the engaging intersection of biology and medicine or prepare for a rewarding career in emergency medical services.
Dental Hygiene
Start with an associate's degree and then complete your bachelor's degree online.
Healthcare Leadership & Administration
Expand your career opportunities beyond your clinical role with this 100% online program designed to develop leadership skills.
Nursing
Prepare for a rewarding career filled with flexibility and opportunity.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Promote an active recovery process and help patients lead pain-free lifestyles.
Physician Assistant
Gain the expertise to evaluate, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.
Radiography
Use the latest technology to help the healthcare team make informed medical decisions.
Surgical Technology
Become an integral part of an O.R. team, providing care to patients before, during, and after surgery.
Paramedic Certificate
Earn a paramedic certificate in just 12 months through Workforce Development at Penn College.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
Programs
See all academic programs at-a-glance.
School of Nursing & Health Sciences News
09.13.2024
AllOne gift enhances education for future health care workers
A $120,000 gift from the AllOne Foundation & Charities will fund two initiatives in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s School of Nursing & Health Sciences: the purchase of a labor and delivery patient simulator and the launch of a pilot summer bridge program for first-year students.
09.06.2024
Students provide oral care to children in Dominican Republic
Pennsylvania College of Technology dental hygiene students explored a new world of dental care during a summer visit to the Dominican Republic, where they treated more than 250 children in four villages. “I’ve always wanted to travel, so why not travel and do what I love, which is helping other people be able to smile,” said Alexandra M. Shenk, one of four students in the Global Experience: Oral Healthcare Field Experience class.
08.27.2024
Phillips Charitable Trust enhances surgical technology education
A $10,000 gift from the Dr. and Mrs. Arthur William Phillips Charitable Trust has helped Pennsylvania College of Technology purchase PeriopSim, a virtual reality simulation learning system, for its surgical technology program. Using virtual reality headsets and hand controls, students are immersed in a virtual operating room environment, allowing them to practice surgical procedures repeatedly in a safe, controlled environment.
Dean's Message
“Students receive hands-on learning in laboratory settings that simulate real-world healthcare experience. Through application of knowledge and clinical judgment, students learn side-by-side with faculty and healthcare professionals to expand their learning in preparation for entry into the workforce. Our strong industry partnerships provide our students with the opportunity to work with the latest advanced technology while working collaboratively with providers in advanced medicine and patient care."
Valerie Myers, EdD, MSN, RN
Dean of Nursing & Health Sciences
Pre-College Programs
Summer is a time for exploring
We get it. Committing to a career path is a big decision. Pre-College Programs are the perfect introduction to hands-on education. Join us for a program this summer and see what Penn College is all about.
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Health Careers
Discover a variety of health careers including dental hygiene, nursing, physical therapy assistant, physician assistant, surgical technology, and more.
Students Entering Grades 9-12
