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With locations throughout Chester County (Downingtown, Exton, West Chester, West Grove) and Delaware County (Upper Darby, Media, Sharon Hill) in Penn State, and within easy reach of Philadelphia, Delaware County Community College provides a wide-range of high-quality allied health & nursing certificate & associate degree programs. From our dedicated Allied Health, Emergency Services and Nursing Department, you will find a variety of programs and courses that can springboard your career into the health care industry.

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Why Choose Delaware County Community College?

- Multiple Locations
With locations throughout Penn State in Delaware County (Sharon Hill, Upper Darby, Media), and Chester County (West Chester, Downingtown, West Grove, Exton) Delaware County Community College is the place to be for allied health education.

- Student & Community Focused
The mission of Delaware County Community College is to facilitate learning by providing quality educational programs and services that are student-focused, accessible, comprehensive and flexible to meet the educational needs of the diverse communities it serves.

- Committed to Success
Student success is the alignment of College-wide policies, programs, activities, philosophies and resources designed for pursuit and completion of students’ educational objectives, with special emphasis on traditionally under-served student populations.

Associate Degree & Certificate Programs in Allied Health & Nursing:

- Nursing (Associate in Applied Science Degree)
- Nursing Assistant
- Medical Assistant
- Respiratory Therapy
- Surgical Technology
- Perioperative Program
- Health Care Management
- Emergency Services Technology
- Medical Coding and Billing
- RN (Registered Nurse) First Assistant
- Paramedic Training (Advanced Life Support)

Student Testimonials:
"The College makes it easy to transfer and I needed only an additional 30 credits. The continued education is very strongly encouraged by my employer. I decided I wanted to be on the patient end rather than the administrative end. I worked with a number of really great nurses and nurse managers.”
- Angelo M

"The program at Delaware County Community College was best for me. I got a good education for a price I could afford at the time. I will always be grateful for that.”
- Chris

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Address: 1570 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, Zip 19082, Delaware County, Pennsylvania , USA

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Located in Central Altoona, in Blair County PA, Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center offers a full and part-time Practical Nursing Program that prepares graduates for employment as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in a wide variety of health-care settings. The full-time program is a comprehensive, one year healthcare educational program, and students can also opt for the two-year part-time program. As well as delivering quality training, we also collaborate with Blair County Career Link in assisting with placement of individuals upon graduation.

The Practical Nursing Program has continued to receive full approval from the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing since its inception in 1962. Nursing, an art and a science, is concerned with the welfare of people and health service to the community. Practical Nursing is an integral part of the nursing profession. It is the faculty’s responsibility to facilitate a curriculum that prepares students for entry-level employment as Practical Nurses, capable of functioning as safe practitioners.

Full and part-time Practical Nursing Program with LPN employment preparation

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Safe Care Health School, Hamilton NJ

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• If you live on the east-side of Philadelphia, or in the southeast PA region (for example in Doylestown, Horsham, Levittown, Morrisville, Willow Grove, Woodbourne..), then Safe Care Health School in Hamilton NJ, just 5 miles east of Trenton could be an ideal location for you to begin your journey toward an exciting new career in the in-demand allied health & medical technology field.

• Safe Care Health School is a private vocational school providing quality medical training programs in a friendly and challenging learning environment with modern facilities. We are situated close to many physician offices, healthcare facilities and hospitals.

• We work with each student to customize an affordable payment plan if necessary.

Student Testimonial:
"I graduated only a few weeks ago and with the school's help, I am already out, interviewing for my dream job! I am a proud graduate of Safe Care Health School. I encourage anyone looking to get into the Medical field to strongly consider them, it was truly one of the best decisions I ever made!"
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Day, evening & weekend classes available. Internship opportunity in some programs.

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

• Certified EKG Technician (CET)

• Combination (CPT + CET)

• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

• Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

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Susquehanna University

Courses / Programs

Susquehanna University, located in Selinsgrove (50 miles north of Harrisburg), Pennsylvania, is a national liberal arts college offering Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Science degree programs. Students may enroll in one of three schools: the School of Arts, Humanities and Communications; the School of Natural and Social Sciences; and the Sigmund Weis School of Business.

A Susquehanna education is distinguished by a strong liberal arts program enhanced by professional programs in areas such as business, education and communications. Susquehanna University educates undergraduate students for productive, creative, and reflective lives of achievement, leadership, and service in a diverse and interconnected world.

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Dickinson College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

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Dickinson students engage in and enjoy debate and discussion, workshops, studio work and research with faculty. All are productive researchers or creative performers who see their scholarly work as energizing their classes and benefitting students.

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Lackawanna College, Scranton

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Wide range of allied health & paramedic training certificate programs

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