Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences (PA College) is dedicated to helping Penn Medicine employees pursue their education goals – whether it’s helping them get started in a new career, finishing a new degree, or even advancing to that next step in their career.
Our employees can take advantage of this exclusive resource to help them succeed in their academic pursuits. In addition to the tuition benefit – $8,000 is available for full-time employees, $4,000 for those budgeted as part-time – the college offers a flexible delivery system with online and classroom-based formats to help accommodate busy schedules.
Each semester students can choose to take one or two accelerated courses over a five-week cycle. Courses include a combination of media-rich interactive modules, simulated dynamic environments and on-site skill workshops. In addition, the Learning Commons and Student Service Center at PA College provides assistance through tutoring, advising and library support. Faculty and guest lecturers include leaders from Penn Medicine, while on-site programs create a positive environment to learn alongside their colleagues and peers.
“Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences offers Penn Medicine employees an excellent opportunity to learn from experts in healthcare and then immediately apply those learnings to benefit our patients and families.” said Kerry Standeven, Workforce Development Consultant for Penn Medicine Academy. “PA College champions the modern learner and focuses on ensuring our employees achieve their education goals.”
Founded in 1903, Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences has built a reputation that echoes their mission: “Educate for excellence in healthcare practice, leadership, and the continuous acquisition of knowledge.”
Originally a nursing school, the accredited college has grown its academic curriculum to include associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees as well as professional certificates in a range of healthcare studies. Now with over 100 years of healthcare education focused on perfecting real-world application, PA College is a mainstay in the continuing education offerings at Penn Medicine.
“I chose PA College because it offered a degree in my field and I’m able to complete my education online, which is very convenient,” said Traci Frantz, concierge liaison, Penn Medicine. “My instructor is always helpful and really cares about the students she teaches.” Traci is aiming to apply what she learns to her advance her professional career as well as creating a healthy, happy experience for patients that are traveling from Lancaster to Philadelphia for their medical needs.
Personalized admissions assistance and a dedicated website are available to make the enrollment process as easy as possible. See if you qualify and take advantage of this opportunity by visiting http://www.pacollege.edu/UPHS/