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- ASSOCIATE
- Associate in Accounting
- With the growing complexity and narrowing profit margins in the business community, accounting is becoming an increasingly important profession. Accountants supply vital data to management for use in decision-making and planning, as well as detailed analysis of the past performance of a company. With 30 or more credits in accounting, your curriculum at Central Penn gives you the flexibility to adapt to a number of positions in this broad field. You will receive specialized training in areas of cost accounting, tax accounting, and computer utilization. You will also receive a solid foundation in management, which can open additional doors for you in the accounting field.
- Associate in Applied Science in Medical Assisting
- Central Penn Medical Assisting graduates can be found in nearly every aspect of the health care profession. Many are clinical assistants or phlebotomists in hospitals, physicians' offices and outpatient clinics. Others find themselves as administrators in health or general insurance companies. Typically you will prepare patients for exams, assist with minor surgery, draw blood, administer tests and treatments, give injections and medications, and keep medical records.
- Associate in Computer Information Systems: Network Management
- The Associates degree with a network management minor focuses on developing both a basic understanding, and a practical skill set for the continuing maintenance and operation of micro based computer networks. The technologies used by a small business network are the same technologies used across the Internet. TCP/IP is the de facto standard for communication protocols across the network. A detailed study of TCP/IP, in conjunction with courseware in Ethernet, switching and routing, helps prepare students for employment in any business or organization to help keep the network in operation.
- Associate in Criminal Justice
- Central Penn's Criminal Justice program prepares you to work in public or private agencies; in law enforcement or security; or for local, state, or federal agencies in corrections and rehabilitation. Public agencies may employ graduates in police departments, county sheriff offices, state highway patrol offices, or correctional and juvenile detention facilities. You will learn how to enforce laws, gather and compile statistical information, detect and apprehend criminals, prevent crime and delinquency, correct and rehabilitate offenders, and provide safety and security in institutions and private businesses. This program will prepare you for the Pennsylvania State Police, the Municipal Officers, and the Correctional Officer Trainee Civil Service examinations.
- Associate in Entrepreneurship & Small Business
- America's economy has been and will continue to be driven by the successful management of small businesses. Central Penn's Small Business program is helping to prepare students for the competitive small business environment. This program provides a thorough background in marketing, finance, computer applications, accounting, sales and promotion, and management skills needed to operate a small business. All students prepare a loan package, which could be used in starting a small business. This program is ideal for people who have aspirations of opening their own business or who will eventually operate a family business.
- Associate in Paralegal
- Central Penn Paralegal Associate degree program graduates are professionals qualified by education and experience to assist attorneys in rendering legal services to the public. They work closely with attorneys to research the law, draft legal documents, and interview clients and witnesses. Paralegals can be found in private law firms, court offices, insurance companies, state and federal agencies, corporations, and businesses or aides for state and federal legislators. However, paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.
- BACHELOR
- Bachelor in Accounting
- The Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting will prepare students in the complexity and fast-paced environment of Accounting. This program provides an extensive background in company analysis, tax and cost accounting, proficiency in the use of various software packages, and an in-depth understanding of problem-solving and communication skills relative to the profession. Graduates will increase their employability within their respective field of study, as well as be prepared for professional licensure or graduate study.
- Bachelor in Business Administration
- The Bachelor of Science degree program in Business
Administration will prepare students to meet the demands of
business. This program provides an extensive business background,
management preparation, human resource and communication skills,
and ethics in business and society. In addition, it allows
students to select from among a list of elective courses or to
concentrate in the areas of Finance, Healthcare Administration,
Management, and Marketing. With careful planning, degree-seeking
students may focus their selection of choice courses and
concurrently earn a certificate in Human
Resources.
Programs at the Lancaster Center are available to students with a minimum of 24 credits from another college or 2-year institution.
Format: Available in the Classroom and Online - Bachelor in Business Administration: Finance
- The Bachelor of Science Degree program in Business Administration's Finance minor provides the student with an understanding of financial definitions, concepts, relationships, and strategies involving individuals, financial institutions, and non-financial business activities. Skill in finance is widely recognized as an important component needed for professional success within the corporate environment. The student learns to understand the challenges of obtaining and allocating monetary resources and financial risk management. The concentration helps develop a student's analytical skills, use of computers for analysis and presentations, and communication skills. The program will focus on the main aspects of business as well as finance courses that will enable the student to prepare for financial positions including financial managers, account executives, financial agents, and loan officers.
- Bachelor in Business Administration: Healthcare Administration
- Central Penn's Healthcare Administration minor provides the student with an understanding of the role of public policies and politics in the healthcare industry, the various component sectors of the industry, and the planning methods used within the healthcare field. The Healthcare Administration minor will provide the preparation for administrative and strategic planning positions within all branches of the healthcare industry.
- Bachelor in Business Administration: Management
- Central Penn's Management minor provides the
student with the understanding of the various management theories,
the relationships required in business between departments, and
the planning and information packages used in industry. The
Management minor will provide the preparation for careers in both
the public and private sectors of the
economy.
Format: Available in the Classroom and Online - Bachelor in Business Administration: Marketing
- Increasing competition in the world of business requires companies to employ well-educated professionals to implement programs that are up to date, relevant, and effective to market their goods and services throughout the world. The Bachelor of Science degree program in Business Administration's Marketing minor prepares students for a wide variety of careers. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in both the public and private sectors of the economy. This major is application-oriented and stresses interaction with many businesses and explores new product introductions, advertising, market research, and international marketing.
- Bachelor in Criminal Justice Administration
- The Bachelor of Science Degree program in Criminal
Justice Administration will prepare students to meet the growing
demand for college educated criminal justice practitioners in the
public and private sectors. This program is designed to provide a
comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system,
relative bodies of law, and specialty subject matter consistent
with each student's unique career ambitions. This degree
program allows you to select choice classes most consistently
aligned with your personal interests and professional goals. This
eclectic approach enables you to design a customized educational
experience.
Format: Available in the Classroom and Online - Bachelor in Information Technology
- The rapidly changing world of Information Technology
offers many outstanding and exciting career opportunities. Central
Pennsylvania College's Information Technology program offers
state-of-the-art, specialized instruction to help our students
keep pace with these changes and challenges. The Bachelor of
Science degree program in Information Technology will help prepare
students to meet the technical and professional demands of
today's employers. You will begin your education with core
courses that offer you a solid technological foundation; courses
such as data modeling foundations, Linux, structured programming,
networking fundamentals, and SQL fundamentals. You will then be
able to choose from a variety of computer information systems
electives such as object oriented programming, database
administration, and network security. Begin your rewarding career
today by gaining the general knowledge and specialized training
that employers see.
Programs at the Lancaster Center are available to students with a minimum of 24 credits from another college or 2-year institution. - Bachelor in Legal Studies
- The Bachelor of Science Degree in Legal Studies will allow students to gain a thorough comprehension of relevant bodies of law, the legal system, and judicial processes. The program teaches the required technical skills in research, writing and analysis, substantive case management and evaluation, communication, and courtroom procedures. In addition, it provides trial experience prior to graduation and prepares students interested in attending law school or other graduate degree program.
- Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership
The Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership prepares students to gain a solid theoretical and practical education in the principles of effective leadership. Students are provided with an education to facilitate and enhance their professional employability within their respective field of study or continue on to graduate study. The program emphasizes understanding leadership issues and applying the exercise of ethical leadership in complex social, culturally diverse, team and organizational settings.
