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GED to Job Ready Program

Stephen Levin — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:30:35 +0000

At A Glance

Receive an industry-recognized credential while working on the academic coursework of the GED.

Earn your GED to move into a job training program.

Offered fully online.

Welcome to the GED to Job Ready Program

You’ve always wanted to jump start your career path and earn a certificate that will help you start working in a professional setting. �þø�� can help you achieve this with its GED to Job Ready certificate.

At �þø�� you’ll gain the necessary skills and credentials you need to enter the professional world ready to work.

Your Career Starts Here

Many employers across multiple industries require individuals to have a GED to be hired. If you’re looking to get your foot into the door of the professional working world, a GED is great place to start.

GED holders can work in a variety of industries, including:

Office Support Administration
Food Service Industry
Community or Social Services
Healthcare Industry
Sales

More About the Program

This innovative training program offers you the opportunity to receive an industry recognized credential after completing the academic coursework of the GED. This provides an opportunity to graduate with two successful completions as well as jump start into a high priority occupation.

The Course Work

The GED program offers the necessary lessons, including pretest and posttests to help the student pass the GED exam. You will work on GED coursework and once completed will sit for the GED exam.

The Job Ready portion of the certificate offers you the ability to seamlessly enroll in one of the three courses listed:

Online Administrative Medical Assistant
Online Medical Billing & Coding Certification
Online Administrative Bookkeeping Program

Additional Information

The GED to Job Ready Program is 28 weeks long and you must have reading, writing and math skills at 8th grade level or above demonstrated by CASAS testing.

GED must be obtained in the first 12 weeks to move forward into a job training program.

The program costs $7,500 in total.

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Police Academy (ACT 180)

Stephen Levin — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 17:15:56 +0000

At A Glance

The �þø�� Police Academy is certified to teach ACT 180/In-Service Training by the Pennsylvania State Police.

In-Service training is offered at the Academy’s Scranton and Hazleton campuses as well as various locations throughout the Commonwealth

Both day and evening classes are offered.

Welcome to the Act 180/In-Service Training

Under Pennsylvania law, all officers are required to complete 12 hours of in-service training to maintain their ACT 120 certification.

Your Career Starts Here

In law enforcement, staying ahead means continuous learning. With Pennsylvania’s Act 180 Mandatory In-Service Training, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and tactical expertise to excel in your career and stay certified. This state-certified program ensures officers remain prepared, professional, and proactive in an evolving world.

More About the Program

Registrations are to be emailed to: mistregistration@lackawanna.edu.��

The following information MUST be included for registration:�� department name, officer name, MPOETC#, officer’s email address and date of class.

Any questions are also to be directed to the above email.�� Phone inquiries will not be entertained as they interrupt the efficiency of the office environment.

Departments who are not maintained in TACS but who are permitted to take the MPOETC courses will have to pay $25.00 per officer for each of the four (4) courses for 2025.

The Course Work

This 12-hour program is exclusively for sworn law enforcement officers on active duty. Training is offered annually and covers changes in criminal and vehicle law and other elective courses provided by the MPOETC. All active-duty police officers must complete this training each year to maintain their certification.

Cadets also participate in simulated weapons training, mental health first aid, child abuse and domestic violence protocol training, and a variety of other hands-on training types. This is in addition to the curriculum provided by the Municipal Police Officers Training.

Additional Information

For more information, please contact In-Service Training & MPOETC Compliance Administrator Lisa Senuk at 570-955-1513 or senukl@lackawanna.edu.

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Online Medical Coding Professional Certification Program

Stephen Levin — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:38:11 +0000

At A Glance

475-hour program that prepares students for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) national certification exam.

Enter a fast-growing field with employment of certified coding specialists projected to grow 8 percent between now and 2032.

Flexible program, offered fully online.

Welcome to the Online Medical Coding Professional Certification Program

Ready to join the ever-growing field of healthcare and enter a career with numerous job opportunities? Consider enrolling in �þø��’s Online Medical Coding Professional Certification program.

This certificate teaches you the skills you will need to enter the medical coding field with confidence and prepare you for the AHIMA CCS exam.

Your Career Starts Here

Medical coders play a crucial role in the healthcare industry by translating healthcare services, procedures, diagnoses, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. The median average salary of a certified coding specialist in Pennsylvania is $49,680.

Certificate holders can expect to work in a variety of location such as:

Hospitals
Physician offices
Outpatient clinics
Insurance companies
Administrative support services

More About the Program

In this comprehensive course, you will learn about the necessary medical terminology, insurance guidelines, compliance requirements, and legal and ethical issues that will prepare you to work as a certified coding specialist in a professional medical office. The CCS exam has a pass rate of over 80% for first-time testers and is the first step to a wide-ranging career path.

The Course Work

Some of the course work you will learn in this program include:

Reimbursement, HIPAA and Compliance
ICD-10-CM Outpatient Coding and Reporting Guidelines
Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services
The Medicare System
Coding for Inpatient Services

Additional Information

System requirements:

Internet Connectivity Requirements:

Cable, Fiber, DSL, or LEO Satellite (i.e. Starlink) internet with speeds of at least 10mb/sec download and 5mb/sec upload are recommended for the best experience.

NOTE: While cellular hotspots may allow access to our courses, users may experience connectivity issues by trying to access our learning management system.�� This is due to the potential high download and upload latency of cellular connections.�� Therefore, it is not recommended that students use a cellular hotspot as their primary way of accessing their courses.

Hardware Requirements:

CPU: 1 GHz or higher
RAM: 4 GB or higher
Resolution: 1280 x 720 or higher. 1920×1080 resolution is recommended for the best experience.
Speakers / Headphones
Microphone for Webinar or Live Online sessions.
Operating System Requirements:
Windows 7 or higher.
Mac OSX 10 or higher.
Latest Chrome OS
Latest Linux Distributions

The program costs $7,895 in total.

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Police Academy (Act 235)

Stephen Levin — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:11:26 +0000

At A Glance

The �þø�� Police Academy is certified as a Lethal Weapons Training School by the Pennsylvania State Police and offers this training at our Hazleton and Scranton Campuses.

Classes are scheduled on evenings and weekends to accommodate students who work during regular business hours.

Both Initial Certification (40 hours of training) and Recertification (8 hours of training) courses are offered by the �þø�� Police Academy.

Welcome to the Act 235 Lethal Weapons Training Program

Under Pennsylvania law, any person who carries a firearm or lethal weapon as part of their employment is required to be a Certified Agent under the Lethal Weapons Training Act.�� þø�� is one of the few licensed training centers in northeastern Pennsylvania that provides this training!

Your Career Starts Here

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), the salary range for private security services in Pennsylvania is $24,000.00 – $51,000 annually. US News and World Report ranks Security Guard #13 in “Best Social Services Jobs”.

More About the Program

Act 235 provides training and licensing for individuals, 18 years or older, who are employed in security services, protective patrol, or private investigation and carry a firearm or other lethal weapon during the course of their employment.

In order to be certified, applicants must pass a physical examination, psychological examination, and pass a criminal history check.�� All necessary forms must be completed by the applicant and can be found on the Pennsylvania State Police website:

The Course Work

26 hours of classroom training including Crimes Code, Legal Authority, Principals of Justification, and Testifying in Court.

14 hour of hands-on training including Handgun Familiarization, Intro to Combat Shooting, and Handgun Qualification.��

Additional Information

Basic Course with Firearms:�� $350.00
��Without Firearms:�� $250.00
Recertification Course with Firearms:�� $225.00
Without Firearms:�� $200.00

Please download and the complete the �þø�� Police Academy (Act 235) Application and return with a copy of your Lethal Weapons Certification approval letter from the Pennsylvania State Police to Lisa Senuk at senukl@lackawanna.edu.

For more information on the application process for the ACT 235 program please contact our MPOETC Compliance Administrator, Lisa Senuk at senukl@lackawanna.edu. For all academy inquires please call 570-961-7874 and follow the prompts.

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Microsoft Office with Spanish for the Workplace

Stephen Levin — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 18:05:08 +0000

At A Glance

The course incorporates visual imagery, language tips, intuitive reading exercise’s and interactive assessments.

Offered fully online

Welcome to Microsoft Office with Spanish for the Workplace Program

Want to enhance your Microsoft Office and your communication skills in both English and Spanish? �þø��’s Microsoft Office with Spanish for the Workplace Certificate Program can help your skills for the workplace, making you an effective communicator!

Your Career Starts Here

Enhancing your skills to become more proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and being able to communicate in both English and Spanish is a huge benefit to the workplace. Those who can effectively communicate in both languages can see a 5% to 20% increase to their salary.

Earning this certificate helps workers in a variety of industries including:

Medical
Education
Government
Local and National Businesses
And Many More

More About the Program

This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Suite certification exam(s). Students only need to take one certification exam in order to become a Microsoft Office Specialist.

Spanish for the Workplace is an innovative, self-paced, online occupational Spanish conversation course that seeks to bridge the communication gap between English and Spanish speaking supervisors and co-workers.

The Course Work

The Microsoft Office courses include:

Word: Creating and Modifying a Flyer, Research Papers, Business Letters, Mail Merge, Resumes, Newsletters, Reference Documents, Online Forms and Using Macros.
Excel: Worksheets, Formulas, Financial Functions, Multiple Spreadsheets, Tables, Templates, PivotTables, Data Analysis, and User Interfaces.
PowerPoint: Creating and Editing Presentations with Pictures, Shapes, SmartArt, WordArt, Charts, Tables, Slide Masters, Adding Media, and Delivering the Presentation.
Outlook: Managing Email, Calendars, Contacts, Tasks and Customizing Outlook.

The Spanish for the Workplace course includes:

Spanish Fundamentals: Greetings, Conversational Phrases, Survival Words, Numbers, Colors, Directions, Places, Questions, Time, Months & Seasons, Days, Dates, Family, Personal Characteristics, Likes and Dislikes.
Spanish for the Workplace: Job Titles, Receptions, Basic Hiring, Job Application, Interview Questions, Supervisory Expressions, Job Expectations, Performance, Complaints, Warnings, Rules, Training, Safety Equipment, Schedules, Shifts, Payroll, Money Terms, Benefits, and Pay.

Additional Information

Tuition is $3,000 and provides 216 hours of training provided in an online, self-paced course. The course covers Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

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Healthcare Management

Katie Warnokowski — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:13:47 +0000

At A Glance

Enter a rapidly growing field, with employment of Healthcare Management professionals being 28% between now and 2031.

Pennsylvania is currently the fifth-highest employer of medical and health service managers with many opportunities for employment.

Achieve your degree in a high paying field, with the median average salary for 2021 being $101,340 per year.

Welcome to our Healthcare Management Degree

You’ve always been a leader, taking charge of difficult situations or group projects in the past that require a forward-thinking person. Tackling many of life’s challenges head-on with a team of people you can trust. Now you’re ready to take your management skills to the next level and �þø�� is here to help!

At �þø��, you’ll receive the skills needed to understand what it takes to be a leader in the medical world. You’ll prepare your career by combining healthcare and business knowledge with the help of technology to succeed.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of Healthcare Managers is growing at a faster pace than other occupations. Currently, employment of individuals who hold a Healthcare Management degree is projected to grow by 28% between now and 2031. Pennsylvania is currently the fifth-highest employer of holders of a Healthcare Management degree, so finding a job close to home is possible!

The median hourly rate for individuals who earn a Healthcare Management degree is $48.72 per hour as of May 2021.

Earning this degree will open numerous doors in the world of healthcare. You can find employment in:

Hospitals
Physician’s Offices
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Government Facilities
Outpatient Care Centers

Jobs you can begin after receiving your degree include:

Nursing Home Administrators
Clinical Managers
Health Information Managers

More About the Program

Medical and health services managers plan, direct and coordinate medical and health services. They may manage an entire facility, a specific clinical area or department or a medical practice for a group of physicians. Medical and health services managers must be able to adapt to changes in healthcare laws, regulations and technology.

The program will prepare healthcare clinicians to transition to healthcare management by providing an education in business principles and practices designed to complement their clinical knowledge.

Students working towards their bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management will:

Prepare for a career in healthcare management by combining healthcare and business knowledge.
Demonstrate effective professional communication, both written and verbal
Apply business principles from a global perspective.
Recognize the value of data for advancing the business of healthcare and as a driver of decision making.
Identify the importance of technology and informatics in healthcare.

The Course Work

The Healthcare Management bachelor’s degree program includes courses such as:

Principles of Management
Healthcare Management
Healthcare Leadership
International Business
Small Business Management
Organizational Leadership

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Robotics & Automation

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:05:44 +0000

At A Glance

Two-year program built in collaboration with ABB, the 2nd largest robot manufacturer worldwide.

Roughly 400,000 new robots enter the market every year. The value of the robotics industry is $43.8 billion.

Program curriculum aligns with the mission of the ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute.

Built on a hands-on approach with 60% of student’s time working in a robotics lab.

1 of 7 programs nationwide to train students on ABB robots; the only one in the northeast.

Welcome To Robotics & Automation

The �þø�� Robotics Program offers exceptional technical and innovative instruction for all students, consumers, and industry partners, while adhering to the highest ethical standards upheld by the institution and community at large. The program, which acknowledges that technology advancement is the greatest asset to customers in the field, delivers this knowledge to the College’s student body, helping them achieve technological competence and expertise.

Your Career Starts Here

Our program is built on a hands on/lab approach, with a 60% ratio in lab verses theory/classroom being our goal.

Critical Thinking techniques
Risk Assessment methods and techniques
Robotics programming
Robotics troubleshooting skills
Robotics integration and automation
Robotics services
Robotics simulation and graphics (Robot Studio), ABB, Kawasaki, Yaskawa, Fanuc, etc.
AC and DC basic theory and understanding
Electrical motor controls and relay logic, installation and start up
Electrical motor controls and relay logic troubleshooting skills
Panel building and Blueprint reading
PLC programming
PLC integration and installation
PLC troubleshooting skills
HMI programming
HMI integration and installation

Program Goals

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The program will offer an exceptional educational experience for robotics.
The program and program staff will remain contemporary with current and future technologies.
The program will collaborate with community and relevant partners to provide opportunities for educational, professional, and personal growth.
The program will align with the mission of the ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute.
The program will maintain high percent retention and graduation rates.
Students and graduates will correctly apply coursework and knowledge to work competently in the field of robotics.

Program Objectives

The �þø�� Robotics Program is designed to prepare graduates who:

Apply basic concepts of electricity of robotics.
Utilize critical-thinking skills to solve field-related problems.
Develop robust knowledge of Robotic troubleshooting, programming, and innovation/integration.
Utilize appropriate and effective written, oral- and non-verbal communication with fellow students, customers, colleagues, and the public.
Demonstrate a commitment to safe, ethical, and legal work habits.

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Electric Vehicle & Advanced Automotive Technologies

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:05:23 +0000

At A Glance

�� Two-year program geared towards problem-solving and critical thinking to understand�� and diagnose today and tomorrow’s complex automobiles.

Students remain on the forefront of the automotive industry through theory and hands-on application with hybrid and electric vehicles.

Battery-powered electric vehicles will amount to 20% of global sales by 2025 and 59% in 2035.

The medium annual salary for an automotive service technician is $42,090.

Students will have the opportunity to earn advanced certifications through a partnership with SnapOn Tools, the only one in the region.

Electric Vehicle & Advanced Automotive Technologies

The �þø�� Electric Vehicle & Advanced Automotive Technologies Program will teach the essential skills needed for automotive technicians working in today’s transportation industry.�� The Program is different than a traditional automotive program in that it is focused on the important skills needed to maintain not only todays vehicles but also on the vehicles of the future.��

Our program will train technicians to perform the 10 most common vehicle repairs required, as identified in research conducted by IMR Inc., a leader in automotive research. 8 of those 10 repairs apply to both internal combustion engines and hybrid vehicles.��

Your Career Starts Here

Unique to our program will be the opportunity for our students to earn in demand credentials and certifications that can be used to display competence in the following areas:

Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection
Lifting It Right (vehicle lifting certification)
ShopKey Pro (Service Information Retrieval)
Wheel Service and Alignment
Multimeters
Brake Rotor Matching
Scanner Diagnostics
Battery, Starting and Charging

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More About the Program

Our training also focuses on preparing our students for the booming electric vehicle industry. As the credentials and certifications for the electric vehicle space become available, we will incorporate them into the program.

The Electric Vehicle & Advanced Automotive Technologies Program covers advanced operating theories of fuel, hybrid, and electric automotive systems and components. Students will learn to apply automotive operating principles and to diagnose malfunctions in automotive systems. The course work emphasizes the development of skills in safety, service, repair, testing and maintaining automobiles. The curriculum aligns with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile Certification Tests.

A4 Suspension and Steering
A5 Braking Systems
A6 Electrical Systems
A8 Engine Performance

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Nursing

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:05:34 +0000

At A Glance

Associate in Science degree program prepares students to enter the healthcare field as graduate nurses.

At the end of the program, students will be ready to take the National Council Licensure Examination-RN (NCLEX-RN).

The field is growing with job opportunities expected to increase by 25% from 2020 to 2030.

The media salary for nurses is $77,600, which depends on experience and industry.

Available at the Scranton campus.

Welcome to Nursing-Associate Degree

If you enjoy caring for people and being part of a medical team consider enrolling in �þø��’s Nursing Associate of Science degree program. Lackawanna’s program prepares students for the demands and challenges they’ll experience as nurses.

Your Career Starts Here

Over 3 million nurses were hired nationwide in 2022, with Pennsylvania hiring over 130,000 nurses across the state.

Nurses can work in a variety of locations including:

Hospitals
Schools
Private Practices
Long Term Care Facilities
Acute Care
Public Health
Clinics
Home Health
Telehealth

More About the Program

Students will need to learn how they can apply their education to real-life situations. �þø��’s state-of-the-art simulation lab will prepare students to make clinical judgments relating to various levels of stress in healthcare environments. Nursing students will be introduced to simulation in their first semester and it will continue to be included in each nursing clinical course.

At the end of the program, students will be ready to take the National Council Licensure Examination-RN (NCLEX-RN).

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The Course Work

The nursing curriculum combines classroom-based learning with laboratory and clinical experiences. Nursing can be a demanding field, and our program provides students with the skills and education they’ll need to serve their patients.

Students will gain a solid understanding of various health and science subjects, including:

Biology
Chemistry
Anatomy
Pharmacology
Nursing care

Download the ASN Curriculum Guide: ASN-Curriculum-2025-2026.pdf

Additional Information

The educational objectives of the Associate in Science in Nursing Program at �þø�� is to prepare the nursing student for successfully excelling with the NCLEX-RN and being able to perform within the scope of nursing as defined by the State of Pennsylvania Nursing Practice Act.

Nursing Program Goals

The goal of the �þø�� ASN Nursing Program is to prepare nursing students to contribute meaningfully to society through the practice of professional nursing aimed at relieving human suffering, providing competent nursing care, engaging in effective communication, demonstrating patient-education, and seeking educational advancement.

Download the ASN Nursing Student Handbook 2025-2026: ASN Nursing Student Handbook 2025 – 2026

Nursing Program Pass Rates

�þø��’s Associate of Science in Nursing Degree pass rate for first-time test takers of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is 95% for 2024. The NCLEX is a nationwide examination for the licensing of nurses in the United States and Canada. According to the NCSBN, the 2024 national average pass rate for first-time test takers with an associate degree is 90.6%. �þø��’s Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing-Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation and has full approval from the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. This is the most recent data available.

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Accreditation

The �þø�� Associate Degree in Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037. 202-909-2487.

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Workforce Specialist with QuickBooks Certification

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:48:29 +0000

At A Glance

Enter the workforce with knowledge in Quickbooks and a certification as a Microsoft Office Associate.

Start your career earning $37,000 per year and grow to earn over $50,000.

Enter a diverse job field with many opportunities to work for different companies.

Earn your certificate over the course of 26 weeks with hybrid learning.

Welcome to Workforce Specialist with Quickbooks-Certificate Program

You’ve always been good with numbers and want to elevate your education to work in a more secure job network. �þø��’s workforce specialist with Quickbooks certification can help take the skills you already have to a professional level.

At �þø�� you’ll gain the skills you need to enter the business world with confidence.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of individuals with a workforce specialist with Quickbooks certification remains steady, with around 170,200 job openings each year through now to 2030.

The median average wage for an individual with a workforce specialist with Quickbooks certification was $45,560 per year in May 2021.

Earning your workforce specialist with Quickbooks certification at �þø�� will open many doors in the business world.

You’ll find employment in:

Hospitals
Home Owners Associations
Accounting Firms
Marketing Firms
State, Local, and Federal Governments
Travel Agencies
And other business settings

Jobs you can begin after earning your certificate include:

Bookkeepers
Accounting Clerk
Audit Clerk
Budget Analyst
And many more

More About the Program

The workforce specialist with Quickbooks certification certificate prepares students to enter the business world with basic skills in QuickBooks while certifying them as Microsoft Office Associates.

Knowing accounting basics while being proficient in Microsoft Office products are in-demand skills, making certificate holders more marketable and valuable to employers.

To become certified as Microsoft Office associates, students will need to demonstrate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. The suite includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Workforce development specialists across the whole spectrum of employment have good reason to use the Microsoft Office Suite in their day-to-day operations. Candidates able to enter into a role and use these various Microsoft products make themselves more attractive for job opportunities.

The 500-hour workforce management training program costs $8,500 and runs for 23 weeks.

The certificate’s days and hours are:

Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Remote
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. – On Campus

The Course Work

On top of Microsoft training, students learn various business and accounting subjects that include:

Business Communications with Certification
Accounting 1
Quickbooks Certification
Spanish Fundamentals for the Workplace

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Medical Assisting

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:16:49 +0000

At A Glance

Course work includes classes and hands-on experience in labs and clinicals.

Graduates will continue to see job opportunities as the field is expected to grow by 18% from 2020 to 2030.

Graduates can earn between $29,070 and $48,170, depending on experience.

Offered at Scranton, Hazleton, Lake Region–Hawley, Sunbury and Towanda.

Welcome to Medical Assisting-Certificate Program

If you like working with people and want a career in the medical field, �þø��’s Medical Assisting certificate program may be right for you. This certificate program teaches students office and clinical skills so they can enter the workforce and start making an impact.

Your Career Starts Here

The need for qualified certified clinical medical assistants is growing with the field expecting to grow by 18% over the next 10 years. With a certificate, graduates can perform a variety of tasks including:

Help physicians with patient examinations
Give patients injections or medications as directed by physicians and as permitted by state law
Prepare blood samples for laboratory tests
Enter patient information into medical records

More About the Program

�þø��’s Medical Assisting Certificate program combines medical assisting classes with hands-on experience in labs and clinicals. You will learn from experienced professors and professionals working in this growing healthcare field.

The program is the one of the most affordable in northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Tuition and fees will cover books and lab supplies, scrubs, clinical externship, National Health-Career Association (NHA) study guide, NHA practice exams and the certification exam.

The Course Work

The program consists of a combination of cognitive, psychomotor and affective areas of study that include the following subjects:

Law and Ethics
Communication Skills
Keyboarding
Electronic Health Record Applications
Diagnostic and Procedure Coding
Health Insurance and Reimbursement
Nutrition and Wellness
Anthropometric Measurements and Vital Signs
Medical Terminology
Anatomy & Physiology
Phlebotomy
Pharmacology
Minor Office Surgery
ECG

Program Goals

The goal of �þø��’s Medical Assisting certificate program is to prepare students to enter a high-demand field of healthcare and work in a variety of settings, including physician offices, ambulatory care centers, and other healthcare facilities. This program is designed to prepare medical assistants who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.

Program Outcomes

In accordance with accreditation standards set forth by the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), the Medical Assisting Program at �þø�� reports the following outcomes based on a four-year reporting period (2021–2024):

Retention Rate:
- The cumulative retention rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 75.29%.
Graduate Participation Rate:
- The cumulative graduate survey participation rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 100.00%.
Graduate Satisfaction:
- The cumulative graduate satisfaction rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 100.00%.
Job Placement Rate:
- The cumulative job placement rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 77.55%.
Employer Surveys Sent Rate:
- The cumulative employer survey sent rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 100.00%.
Employer Satisfaction Rate:
- The cumulative employer satisfaction rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 100.00%.
Credentialing Exam Participation Rate:
- The cumulative credentialing exam participation rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 100.00%.
Credentialing Exam Passage Rate:
- The cumulative credentialing exam passage rate for the reporting period 2021–2024 is 93.88%.

These outcomes reflect the program’s ongoing commitment to student success, workforce readiness, and continuous quality improvement. Please reference the chart below for additional reporting details during this reporting period.

Year	Retention	Graduate Participation	Graduate Satisfaction	Job Placement	Employer Surveys Sent	Employer Satisfaction	Exam Participation	Exam Passage
2024	65.85%	100.00%	100.00%	90.48%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	95.24%
2023	86.67%	100.00%	100.00%	63.64%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	90.91%
2022	78.57%	100.00%	100.00%	69.23%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	92.31%
2021	86.67%	100.00%	100.00%	75.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%
Cumulative	75.29%	100.00%	100.00%	77.55%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	93.88%

Additional Information

Admissions Requirements

Students must meet admission requirements prior to acceptance, which will be reviewed during the application process.

A high school diploma or GED is required.

After successful completion of the course and clinical practica, you will then be eligible to sit for the National Health-Career Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Accreditation

�þø�� is approved by the Pennsylvania State Department of Education to grant bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates and is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, which is designated as a National Accrediting Agency by the U.S. Office of Education.

The �þø�� Medical Assisting certificate program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (), 9355-113th St. N, #7709, Seminole, FL 33775-7709; telephone: 727-210-2350; email: mail@caahep.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 570-504-7958 or email martinc@lackawanna.edu.

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Professional Studies

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:30:43 +0000

At A Glance

Two-year, associate degree program that allows students to take a variety of liberal arts courses.

Exposes students to different subjects so they discover their true calling.

Graduates will be ready to continue their education or jump right into the workforce.

Graduates will be skilled in communication, problem solving and critical thinking.

Available in Scranton, Hazleton, Lake Region-Hawley, Sunbury, Towanda, Tunkhannock and online.

Welcome to Professional Studies-Associate Degree

Looking for a solid educational foundation where you can get exposed to a variety of liberal arts courses to find your true calling? Then �þø��’s Professional Studies associate degree may be the perfect fit. The program teaches students the fundamentals of writing, speaking, arithmetic and other liberal arts courses.

Your Career Starts Here

If you intend on continuing your education but want to receive your associate degree first, a degree in professional studies is a great place to start. Having the ability to select different courses can also be beneficial for students who are still exploring what they want to study.

Whether you’re planning on furthering your education or entering the workforce, the skills gained through professional studies will leave you well-prepared. Students with a professional studies degree will be able to show employers that they’re skilled in communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and more.

More About the Program

Rather than focusing on one specific area, professional studies allows students to take courses in a variety of liberal arts courses, such as the humanities, social sciences, business and math and science divisions. Students can explore different ways of thinking and learn new ways to look at the world.

As a part of our program, students can choose elective courses that reflect their specific interest and goals. This gives students the flexibility to tailor their education to work best for them.

The Course Work

Students in the program are required to take several introductory courses, but the curriculum is largely made up of elective courses that students choose from themselves. They include courses in:

Social Science
History
Literature
Philosophy

Additional Information

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Professional Studies English Writing

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:30:22 +0000

At A Glance

Learn how to elevate your writing ability into a professional career with the Professional Studies English Writing major.

Start your career earning $31,000 per year and grow into earning $72,000 per year.

Enter a steadily growing career with more openings for writers available every year.

Earn your degree over the course of four years at �þø��’s main campus in Scranton.

Welcome to Professional Studies English Writing-Bachelor’s Degree

You’ve always enjoyed a good read and used your writing skills from reading to express yourself on paper. Now you’re wondering how to turn your passion of writing into a career that you’re proud of.

Our Professional Students English Writing bachelor’s degree will give you skills you need from the classroom and internships to turn over a new page in your life to begin a new story.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of writers and similar writing fields is projected to increase 9% through now and 2030, which is average for most occupations. Over 15,000 openings are projected each year for the next decade.

The median average wage for writers and similar writing fields was $69, 510 annually in May 2021.

Earning your degree in Professional Studies English Writing will open numerous doors in the writing field. You’ll find employment in:

Professional Settings
Scientific & Technical Services
Information Centers
State, Local, and Federal Government
Performing Arts
Sports Industries
Collegiate Settings
And other writing settings

Jobs you can begin after earning your degree include:

Copywriter
Blog Writer
Copy Editor
Freelance Writer
Content Writing
Sports Writing
Author
Technical Writer
Medical Writer
And Many More!

More About the Program

Students in this major will receive a well-rounded education expected of any professional studies program. Professional studies introduce students to a wide variety of topics and allow them to explore different ways of thinking.

Studying different subjects is an important part of the professional studies degree program, but much of the program involves students studying literature, technical writing, fiction, poetry and nonfiction. Workshops and seminar critiques will include detailed reports and feedback to assess the mechanisms and structure of student writing, creating a plan of action to improve work.

The Professional Studies English Writing allows students to choose from various courses that suit their talents and interests. Our curriculum allows students to take courses where they can hone their skills in different writing styles and study multiple genres of literature.

With strong writing skills and a knowledge of different subjects learned through the professional studies curriculum, you can work in a variety of fields and find your passion. Our professional studies major helps students create a solid foundation to build a career on, while English and writing prepares them to become professional writers.

The Course Work

The Professional Writing English Writing track provides a variety of courses to improve your writing skills. Some of the courses include:

Effective Speaking
Fine Arts Survey
Introduction to Literature
Humanities
Introduction to Creative Writing
Writing/Revision Seminar
Research Writing and Methodologies
And many more.

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IT Level 1 Helpdesk Career Prep with Certifications

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:17:04 +0000

At A Glance

Gain practical skills in the online classroom, while preparing for the CompTIA A+ and HDI Customer Service exams all at �þø��.

Start your career earning $34,000 and grow to earn $80,000.

Enter a steadily growing field with companies always looking for dedicated employees.

Earn your certificate online through Lackawanna over the course of 275 hours.

Welcome to IT Level 1 Help Desk Career Prep with Certification-Certificate Program

You’ve always been a tech savvy individual, always the one people go to when they need computer help. Now you’re ready to turn the skills you have into a professional career through education!

At Lackawanna you’ll gain the practical skills you need, while preparing yourself for the CompTIA A+ and HDI Customer Service exams and a professional certificate for your new role.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of computer support specialists is projected to grow 9% through now and 2030, which is about as fast as other occupations. Over 70,000 jobs are projected to open every year through now and 2030, due to demand of new workers.

The median average wage for computer support specialists was $57,910 in May 2021.

Earning your IT level 1 help desk certificate opens many doors in the tech world. You can find employment in:

Tech Companies
Banks
Customer Support Centers
Colleges and Universities
Government Agencies
Hospitals
Entrepreneurial Work
And other IT settings

Jobs you can expect to begin after earning your certificate include:

Computer Support Specialist
IT Help Desk Associate
IT Support Specialist
Technical Support Specialist
Computer Repair Agent
And other IT support related jobs

More About the Program

The level 1 IT help desk training course prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ and HDI Customer Service Representative Certification exams, which are essential in securing a Level 1 help desk position.

Some of the skills students will learn through this process include

Call handling skills
Communication skills
Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting Skills
Proper Documentation
Conflict Solution

The training and certification program is completely online and students can learn at their own pace. With a tuition of $4,500, students will complete 275 hours of online education in the comfort of their own home. This tuition covers all certification exams, as well course-essential e-books and other materials.

For best results, it is recommended that students enrolling in the major, make sure their home computer systems meet the recommended minimum requirements.

System hardware minimum requirements for optimal learning:

CPU: 1 GHz or higher
RAM: 2 GB or higher
Resolution: 1280 x 720 or higher
Speakers / Headphones
Microphone (for Webinar / Live Online sessions)

Operating System minimum requirements:

Microsoft Windows 7 or 10 (Home, Pro)
Mac OSX 10 or higher
Latest Chrome OS
Latest Linux Distributions

Included with the program is 12 months of free access to a cloud-based lab platform designed to help students develop the practical information technology skills necessary to succeed in high in-demand IT jobs. This cloud-based lab solution uses real equipment that enables our students to execute each practical task in a safe environment, while also being accessible from anywhere without requiring students to buy their own hardware or risk damage to their own system.

Along with having access to the necessary hardware in this virtual environment, students in the level 1 help desk course gain access to high-quality practical exercises that cover many of the same topics they will encounter on their certifying exams, giving them the experience they need to receive a professional certification.

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CIW Database Design Specialist with SQL, Java & C-Sharp

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:10:17 +0000

At A Glance

Learn the world of tech, programming, and database optimization through �þø��’s CIW database design specialist with SQL, Java and C-Sharp certificate.

Start your career earning $73,000 per year and grow in your field to earn $88,000 per year.

Enter a steadily growing field with high job security, due to the need of certified workers.

Earn your certificate online over the course of 15 weeks ready to take your CIW certificate exam.

Welcome to CIW Database Design Specialist with SQL, Java & C-Sharp-Certificate Program

You’ve always been tech savvy but always wanted to learn more or you have a job in IT already and are ready to take the next step in your professional career! �þø��’s CIW database design specialist with SQL, Java & C-Sharp certificate can help you achieve this next step in your life and prepare you for the CIW certificate exam.

At �þø�� you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need for the current digital age and beyond!

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of database design specialists is projected to grow 9% through now and 2030, which is about average for all occupations.

The median average wage for a database design specialist is $79,990 per year.

Earning your certificate in CIW Database Design Specialist with SQL, Java & C-Sharp can help you find employment in:

Educational Institutes
Insurance Companies
State, Local, and Federal Government Agencies
Investment Agencies
Consulting Firms
IT Agencies
Hospitals
And other IT settings

Jobs you can begin after passing your CIW certificate exam include:

Database Designer
Database Analyst
Database Design Specialist
Database Administrator
Database Developer
And many more

More About the Program

The CIW database design specialist certification course at �þø��s provides introductory vendor-neutral training for individuals planning to pursue a career in product-focused database specialization.

This course introduces you to DB2, Oracle Database 11g, MS SQL, and mySQL. You will also learn about Structured Query Language (SQL) and database optimization through normalization.

�þø��’s CIW database design specialist certification is designed to prepare students for the CIW certification exam though a 15-week online course with necessary learning materials provided.

Tuition for the CIW Database Design Specialist Certification program is $3,500.

A cable or DSL internet connection is recommended for best results. It is also recommended that students have at least a basic knowledge of the purpose and function of a database before taking the course.

For best results, student’s home computers should meet the following system requirements.

Hardware minimum requirements:

CPU: 1 GHz or higher
RAM: 2 GB or higher
Resolution: 1280 x 720 or higher
Speakers / Headphones
Microphone (for Webinar / Live Online sessions)

Operating system minimum requirements:

Microsoft Windows 7 or 10
Mac OSX 10 or higher
Latest Chrome OS
Latest Linux Distributions

The Course Work

The goal of �þø��’s CIW database design specialist certificate is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of database design and a practical skill set to find gainful employment.

Areas of study include:

Relational database fundamentals
Database planning
Database design methodology
Optimization and normalization
Structured Query Language (SQL)
Relational algebra transactions
Database security

Additionally, students will learn how to perform the following tasks with C#:

Write a C# application using labels, text fields, and buttons on a form
Write C# code using numeric and string data in variables
Write a C# application using conditional statements and loops
Write C# code including methods and event handlers
Write C# code handling exceptions and validates data
Write a C# application using date and string variables
Add standard controls to their C# projects and create a multiform application

Students will learn how to perform the following tasks with Java:

Write Java code using data types such as numeric, string, and date time values
Illustrate the knowledge of variables, types, values, definitions, and objects
Write Java code handling common errors and exceptions
Write Java code using your own methods and modules
Write Java code using arrays, collections, maps, and lists
Write Java applications using conditional statements and loops

Students will learn how to perform the following tasks with SQL:

Write queries to retrieve data from one table
Write queries to retrieve data from more than one table
Write queries summarizing data
Write queries containing subqueries

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Human Services

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:54:59 +0000

At A Glance

Two-year, associate degree program that’s also offered as an Accelerated Part-Time Program

Graduates can start working in an entry-level human services position or continue their education to become a social worker, psychologist or sociologist.

Job growth is expected to be healthy in human services with positions as aides expected to grow 17% from 2020 to 2030.

Graduates can earn between $27,910 and $59,490, depending on experience and industry.

Available in Scranton, Hazleton, Lake Region – Hawley, Sunbury, Towanda, Tunkhannock and online.

Welcome to Human Services-Associate Degree

If you want a career that will give you the chance to make a difference in people’s lives, studying human services may be the answer. The program helps students learn the skills they need to serve others.

Your Career Starts Here

The human services field is expected to grow by 17% over the next 10 years, which means trained aides are needed. There are a number of different situations that can cause someone to require social services, all of which need workers trained to do that unique work.

Some of the areas graduates can work as aides include:

Education
Rehabilitation
Government agencies
Nonprofits
Social service institutions

With an associate degree, graduates enter the workforce immediately and work as an aide or they can continue on to obtain a Bachelor’s degree from Lackawanna in Human Services.

More About the Program

Lackawanna’s curriculum is designed to teach students the knowledge and skills necessary to work with people in various helping relationships. Students in this program will study topics in philosophy, sociology and psychology so they can effectively assist others in challenging situations.

The Human Services Associate degree is also offered as one of our Accelerated Part-Time Programs. This allows students to study part time, while still allowing them to graduate with an associate degree in just over two years.

The Course Work

To give graduates the ability to help those in difficult circumstances, they need a well-rounded education that will prepare them for anything.

Additional Information

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Human Services

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:54:21 +0000

At A Glance

Gain hands-on experience in human services to provide care to vulnerable groups.

Start your career earning $33,000 a year and develop into earning $67,000 per year.

Enter a rapidly growing field, always looking for eager workers.

Earn your degree over the course of four years and graduate ready to enter the field.

Take your classes at Lackawanna’s main campus in Scranton.

Welcome to Human Services-Bachelor’s Degree

You’ve always been one to put yourself before others, for the good of their health and the benefit for the community. In our society, many people require additional assistance and skilled professionals for services that can improve the quality of their lives, that’s where you come in. Few things are rewarding as helping others and at �þø�� you can turn that feeling into a professional career.

Gain hands-on experience and a bachelor’s degree, readying you for the professional world of human services.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment for human services workers is growing rapidly with a 12% increase projected between now and 2030, which is much faster than other occupations. Over 78,000 jobs open in human services every year and the field is always looking for new employees ready to help.

The median average wage for a human service is $50, 390 per year as of May 2021.

Earning your degree can find you employment in:

Healthcare Providers
Human Service Agencies
Schools
Child Welfare Centers
Rehabilitation Centers
Nursing Homes
And other service settings

Jobs you can begin after receiving your degree are:

Behavioral Disorder Counselor
Eligibility Worker
Health Worker
Probation Officer
Social Worker
Substance Abuse Counselor
Rehabilitation Case Worker
And many more!

More About the Program

�þø��’s bachelors of science in Human Services features a curriculum that produces dynamic graduates and career-ready employees. We offer a wide range of human services courses allowing students to pursue their specific interests in the field.

In addition to learning in the classroom, human services students are required to complete an internship, allowing them to get the real-world experience they need to succeed in their careers after graduation.

Students enrolled in the human services major will take advantage of the same unparalleled academic and extracurricular services that are hallmarks of the College’s history in northeastern Pennsylvania. Students are introduced to the stages of intellectual, emotional and social development of an individual as he/she/they move through childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age.

This major familiarizes students with recognized exceptionalities in individual development and with group pathologies that affect our society. Students learn how and why certain counseling theories and techniques lead to interventions that markedly improve the psycho-social lives of individuals and families.

Students are required to complete more than 200 internship hours designed to provide experiential work and practical education.

The Course Work

In the human service field, students will provide solutions to complicated situations and challenges that can vary greatly. To help prepare our students, we offer a wide-range of courses that cover all of the skills that are required in this field.

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Restaurant & Foodservice Management

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:44:28 +0000

At A Glance

Learn how to manage and lead in the food service industry by obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Restaurant & Foodservice Management at �þø��.

Start your career making $48,000 per year and grow to earn $96,000 per year.

Enter a rapidly growing field with over 40,000 jobs opening per year through 2030.

Earn your degree in four years at �þø��’s Scranton campus and graduate ready to enter the field of restaurant and food service management.

Welcome to Restaurant & Foodservice Management-Bachelor’s Degree

You’ve always been a leader in life, directing others how to perform their tasks successfully and efficiently. Combine this with a love of food and the fast-paced lifestyle of working at a restaurant, �þø��’s Restaurant & Foodservice Management bachelor’s degree can help elevate your passion into a career!

You’ll gain hands-on experience and skills to enter the world of foodservice management ready to lead your staff to greatness.

Your Career Starts Here

Employment of food service managers is projected to increase 15% between now and 2030, which is much faster than other occupations. The median average wage for foodservice managers was $59,440 in May 2021.

Earning your bachelor’s degree in restaurant & foodservice management allows a variety of employment opportunities. You’ll find jobs in:

Restaurants
Hotels
School Cafeterias
Home Owners Associations
Hospitals
Corporate Businesses
Resorts
And other establishments where food is prepared.

Jobs you can start as soon as you earn your degree include:

Food Service Manager
Restaurant or Catering Manager
Food Purchaser
Executive Chef
Food Business Entrepreneur
Event Planner
Sales Manager
Marketing Manager
Hotel Manager
And many more!

More About the Program

Students who enroll in the College’s bachelor’s degree program will study management and leadership in the food and restaurant business. Students focus on all the major aspects of restaurant and foodservice management while also learning the business principles behind every decision. Those principles include staffing, purchasing, marketing and financial practices specific to the foodservice industry.

Students enrolled in this program will be able to:

Prepare for a career in foodservice leadership through a focused study of the contemporary foodservice business.
Integrate cutting-edge industry technologies into the functions of food and beverage operations.
Apply financial formulas and ratios specific to the restaurant industry to foster sustainable revenues and profits and assist with capital planning.
Identify all aspects of the employment process.
Manage and foster the employee and customer experience through a focused study on human behavior and best practices in management and leadership.
Apply the contemporary theories, skills, and values of the professional food service business to national and global foodservice settings.

Students also have the option to use their bachelor’s degrees as leverage for gaining additional education or certification. Options include certifications to become a hotel administrator, food handler and food protection manager.

Students in the major can also complete internships lending them hands-on experience that could make a difference in getting a job later.

The Course Work

�þø��’s Restaurant & Foodservices Management program uses a combination of leadership, management, coordinating and financing to instruct students how to be successful in their careers.

Standard courses in a restaurant & foodservice management degree include:

Food and Beverage Management
Hospitality Marketing
Strategic Management
Management Accounting
Event Planning
Human Resources Management
And many more.

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Baking & Pastry Arts

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:43:21 +0000

At A Glance

Two-year degree that provides students with the creative and managerial elements of being a professional baker and pastry chef.

Apply current health and nutritional topics to classical and contemporary recipes.

The field is expected to grow 10% from 2020 to 2030.

Graduates can earn between $22,820 and $45,450.

Available at the Scranton campus.

Welcome to Bakery and Pasty-Associate Degree

If you love working with your hands and creating elegant and delicious masterpieces, �þø��’s Associate degree in Baking and Pastry Arts could be the perfect fit. Students enrolled in our Baking and Pastry associate degree program will learn to master classical and contemporary skills and techniques needed to thrive in the business.

Your Career Starts Here

The Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the 2021 median salary for bakers at $29,750. If baking and preparing pastries and confections is your calling, the job may never feel like work. With an associate degree, graduates can work in a variety of positions such as:

Restaurateur
Executive pastry chef
Wedding cake designer
Chocolatier
Caterer
Hotel food preparer
Independent baker
Food stylist

More About the Program

Lackawanna’s associate degree in baking and pastry arts prepares students for careers in the professional baking, pastry, chocolate and confection industries.
After completing the program, graduates will be able to:

Understand the role the patisserie plays in the professional foodservice industry.
Apply current health and nutritional topics to classical and contemporary recipes.
Apply the theories, skills and values of the professional baking, pastry and confection kitchen to segments of the industry.
Merge business and technical skills to create desirable products and services that yield maximum profits.

The Course Work

Students will gain proficiency in the creative and managerial elements of being professional bakers and pastry chefs through studying kitchen and business skills.

Some of the coursework students will take include:

Food science theory
Hospitality law
Food safety
Baking principles
Hospitality management
Breads
Confections
Desserts

Additional Information

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Vascular Ultrasound

lackawanna1dev lackawanna1dev — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:38:17 +0000

At A Glance

Two-year, four-semester program based on real-life application.

Graduates use medical ultrasound to gather data necessary to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases.

The career field is growing and opportunities are expected to increase 14% between 2020 and 2030.

Graduates can earn between $29,910 and $98,070, depending on experience.

Available at the Scranton campus.

Welcome to Vascular Ultrasound–Associate Degree

Do you want to be part of a team of highly skilled workers who help evaluate a patient’s circulatory system to diagnose and treat vascular disorders? If so, �þø��’s Vascular Ultrasound program gives you the skills needed to be a part of that team.

Our program utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to teach you the latest skills in the ultrasound field. You will learn how to assess blood flow, identify vascular abnormalities, and assist in the diagnosis of conditions such as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Aneurysms, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

Your Career Starts Here

Vascular sonography is growing and is expected to increase 14% over the next 10 years, making this career field an ideal choice for those wanting to help others and looking for career opportunities. With an associate degree, graduates work at such business as:

Hospitals and primary clinics
Physician offices
Medical and diagnostic laboratories

More About the Program

With a degree from �þø��, students will be able to provide healthcare patient services using medical ultrasound to gather data necessary to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases.

The Course Work

Lackawanna’s two-year associate degree program requires 70 credit hours of course work and includes science and vascular courses, labs and clinical experiences as well as the College’s basic core courses. Courses students typically encounter include:

Medical Terminology
Anatomy & Physiology
Intro to Patient Care
Intro to Ultrasound Physics
Upper Extremity Arterial D & A
Lower Extremity Arterial D & A
Clinicals
Medical Ethics

Lackawanna admits a maximum of 25 students annual for the Vascular Sonography program.

Additional Information

2024 Vascular Ultrasound Student / Graduate Outcome Information

Accredited concentrations	Vascular
Length of program (in months)	24
Total students admitted in 2023	6
How many times per year is this program offered?	1

Retention Rate
Number of students admitted	6
Number of students graduating	4
Retention rate	67%

Job Placement Rate
Number of graduates in 2024	4
Number of graduates employed	4
Job placement rate	100%

Graduate Survey Results
Number of total graduates (all cohorts) in 2023	29
Number of total graduate (all cohort) surveys returned	15
Graduate survey return rate	52%

Employer Survey Return Rate
Number of total employed graduates (all cohorts) from 2023	28
Number of total employer surveys (all cohorts) returned	16
Employer survey return rate	57%

Credential Success Rate
Number of students taking vascular credential	4
Number of students earning credential from ARDMS	2
Number of students earning credential from CCI	2
Total number earning vascular credential	4
Vascular credential success rate	100%

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Effectiveness Data

Vascular Ultrasound Program Goals and Objectives

To prepare competent entry-level sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains for the following concentration(s) it offers: Abdominal sonography – Extended Adult cardiac sonography -Obstetrics and gynecology sonography – Vascular sonography. Programs adopting educational goals beyond entry-level competence must clearly delineate this intent and provide evidence that all students have achieved the basic competencies prior to entry into the field.

Cognitive domain

Students will learn through successful didactic and clinical training following the standards of the ultrasound curriculum. Student outcomes will be measured through written tests, quizzes and projects as well as hands-on examinations.
100% success of students passing the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) examination upon graduation from the program.
Minimum entry-level competency of all program graduates.
Minimal attrition.
Meetings with clinical site liaisons. Through site visits, written and verbal correspondence, and at the beginning of each semester, a meeting is held to discuss the expectations of the students, the instructors and the facilities.
Capable of completing documentation of history and physicals.
Proficiency of patient care skills.

Psychomotor domain

Meetings with clinical site liaisons. Through site visits, written and verbal correspondence, and at the beginning of each semester, a meeting is held to discuss the expectations of the students, the instructors and the facilities.
Identify normal anatomy and patient pathology.
Effectively prepare preliminary study reports.
To perform all competencies effectively and efficiently.
Continuing education through local societies and national organizations.

Affective domain

Professionalism.
Broaden patient relation skills.
Behavior-based on ethical reasoning and judgment.
To be able to work effectively and efficiently within a clinical setting.
Feedback from employer and graduate surveys.

Methods to Assure Appropriateness of the Program’s Goals and Objectives

The following methods are used to assure that both programs’ goals are met:

Advisory Board: Periodic meetings take place to discuss the program’s progress and to reassess resource requirements and community needs.
Departmental meetings: Held on a monthly basis to discuss and handle various issues and concerns related to the program.
Meetings with clinical site liaisons: Through site visits, written and verbal correspondence, and at the beginning of each semester, a meeting is held to discuss the expectations of the students, the instructors and the facilities.
Testing: Throughout the course of the program.
Student surveys: Performed each semester.
ARDMS registry exam: Upon first graduates and followed annually by utilizing the ARDMS school reports system
Employer feedback: Will be used upon first graduating class and utilized in a timely fashion following each graduating class thereafter.

Analysis of Data Collected

Student surveys are compiled and reviewed by both the director of the program and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Reports are generated each semester on student grades, attrition, GPAs, and class size and reviewed by the Program Director and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
The curriculum is evaluated yearly by faculty, the director, and the Vice President with student input as well as close contact with the medical directors.

Criteria and Requirements for the Vascular Ultrasound Program

Acceptance into all �þø��s ultrasound programs is based on a selective admissions process. Lackawanna selects a maximum of 30 students for the pre-semester cardiac and vascular ultrasound programs and 25 for the pre-semester diagnostic medical ultrasound program. In the full program, Lackawanna selects a maximum of 25 students for the cardiac and vascular ultrasound programs and 20 for the diagnostic medical ultrasound program.

Not all applicants to the ultrasound programs will be accepted. All candidates must follow the standard procedures outlined below and meet program qualifications to be considered for one of the openings each year.

Students will need to make application to �þø�� as well as a separate application to the ultrasound program.

Must meet the college’s minimum requirements:

Applicant must submit proof of high school or GED completion with an official high school transcript or GED equivalent.

�þø�� will determine the applicant’s current academic ability based on a combination of the following.

SAT or ACT test scores, if applicable
- Recommended SAT scores: 500 Verbal and 500 Math.
- Recommended ACT scores: 20 or higher in each relevant section.
- Most scores are valid for up to 3 years from the test date.
College Transfer Credits
- If transferring credits from another college/university, official college transcripts are required. Transfer credits must be at least 3.0 or greater to meet ultrasound program academic standards.
- Placement Test
- Applicants without valid SAT/ACT scores and who have not previously earned college credits will be required to take the ACCUPLACER exam for determination of current academic ability. Applicants must achieve ‘College Ready’ scores in reading, writing, and math to be considered qualified for one of the ultrasound programs.
Completion of a Prerequisite Biology
When applying to the �þø�� Sonography Program, a student must prove that he or she is capable of completing this rigorous program with proof of previous success in studying the Sciences. This can be done in one of three ways:
- The student has completed Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology in high school within the past three years with a passing grade of C or better. An official high school transcript must be sent to �þø�� as evidence of this.
- The student has completed a three (3) or four (4) credit college-level course eligible for transfer within �þø�� in Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology with a passing grade of C or better. An official college transcript must be sent to �þø�� as evidence of this.
- If neither of the above scenarios applies, a student must enroll in a college-level Biology, course before applying to a Sonography program. Evidence by way of an official college transcript must be received confirming completion of the course with a grade of C or better for official entry into Sonography pre-semester.

Due to the very specific nature of these degree programs, applicants with transfer credits may only transfer credits related to program core courses including the following:

Anatomy and Physiology I – 4 credits
Anatomy and Physiology II – 4 credits with lab (if taken within three years)
College Algebra
Computer Applications
College Writing
Effective Speaking
Introduction to Psychology
Medical Ethics (subject to review)
Medical Terminology (subject to review)
Transfer students with an Associate Degree in Science may be considered for bypass of the pre-ultrasound semester, subject to review.
All other courses within the curriculum must be completed at �þø�� under the ultrasound program.

Interviews will be scheduled for qualified ultrasound program applicants who submit a fully completed application with all materials by the previously stated deadline:

The top 35 applicants for the pre-semester Vascular and Cardiac
The top 30 applicants for the pre-semester DMS
Mandatory Informational Meeting will be required prior to the start of the selected program.

Qualified students will be notified of the date and time upon selection into the program. The meeting will review the ultrasound department’s policies and expectations. The meeting will also allow for a question and answer session and a tour of the �þø�� ultrasound facilities.

Timeline

Applications will only be accepted through the following deadline:

Cardiac and Vascular June 1.
DMS by the end of Fall Subterm 1.
A maximum of 30 students will enter the pre-semester for each Cardiac and Vascular cohort and a maximum of 25 students for DMS.
Students will be notified of acceptance into the pre-Cardiac and pre-Vascular programs by July 30 and pre-DMS by November 30.
Waiting lists will be created in all three ultrasound programs, and additional seats may become available up until the start of the respective semesters.
The acceptance letter will indicate the student’s status in the specific program of choice and will outline all requirements needed to solidify a place on the official list for that program.
Please call the Admissions office at (570) 961-7814 for more information.

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Items for Official Placement into Program*

$100 commitment fee
Official high school transcripts
Official college transcripts
SAT/ACT scores, if applicable
FAFSA

Alternative Option letters will explain to students that they are not denied from attending the college, but have not been accepted into one of the three Allied Health Ultrasound Programs. In this letter, it will include suggested courses for a candidate to complete to better qualify themselves for re-application in the future.

December 15: The selected candidates will then have until December 15 of the pre-semester to obtain/complete the following requirements to stay on the list for the upcoming semester:

CPR Certification
FBI Clearance
State Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
2 Step PPD
Recent Physical Examination
Hepatitis B vaccination (3 shots) or waiver
2 Letters of Recommendation
CPR Certification
FBI Clearance
State Clearance
PA Child Abuse Clearance
2 Step PPD
Recent Physical Examination
Copy of Immunization Records
- Vericella Vaccination Date or Date/Year of Chicken Pox
Hepatitis B vaccination (3 shots) or waiver
2 Letters of Recommendation

* All coursework must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in Clinical III.

Curriculum

All �þø�� curriculum guides can be found on the Portal.

Application

Download the Sonography Program Application and Information Packet

* All coursework must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in Clinical III.

Accreditation

The ultrasound programs at �þø��, are accredited, upon the recommendation of the JRC-DMS, by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 9355 113th St. N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775. For details, visit .

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