Health Sciences

Penn College is committed to continuing our tradition of training exceptional paramedics, which began with the original Williamsport Hospital Program. As we continue to assess the needs of our industry partners, the financial burdens on students, and the needs of our communities, we have realized it is time to make a change.

The Paramedic Program at Penn College is a 1-year certificate program offered through Workforce Development. This reduces the time to complete the program and better aligns with the needs of our industry partners and the communities they serve.

The Paramedic Program is currently enrolling students for the January 2026 cohort, with expected graduation in December 2026. Students who are not yet Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) need to obtain their certification before entry. EMT certification may be obtained through Workforce Development in the Spring or Fall semesters or at other locations offering the course.

• Main Campus, Williamsport
• January 5, 2026 through December 19, 2026

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) play a vital role in delivering urgent medical care and transporting critically ill or injured individuals outside of hospital settings. Serving as a crucial connection between emergency sites and the healthcare network, EMTs contribute significantly to the continuum of care for those in need. 

This course will meet the National EMS Education Standards and Instructional Guidelines for Emergency Medical Technician and prepare the participant for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) examinations. Total instruction time: 50 hours of video-based lecture plus 100 hours of practical sessions.

• Main Campus, Williamsport
• January 13, 2026 through May 7, 2026
• Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove
• January 13, 2026 through April 29, 2026

Enrolling in the full-time Practical Nursing program sets you on a path to a rewarding career in just one year. Benefit from expert faculty and hands-on learning in state-of-the-art labs totaling 1,536 instructional hours. Access to Penn College student services ensures you're well-supported as you prepare for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practice Nurses (NCLEX-PN) exam. Plus, if you aim to progress in your career, we offer various pathways to help you achieve your goals. Upon completion, you'll be equipped to work in diverse settings, including hospitals, physicians' offices, clinics, nursing homes, home healthcare agencies, and assisted living facilities. Financial aid options are available for eligible candidates.

• April 7, 2026 – April 2, 2027

• Graduation - April 6, 2027

FOR CURRENT PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS AND HEALTH SCIENCES FACULTY ONLY

Earn or renew your AHA HeartCode CPR certification with this convenient blended course. Once registered, you’ll receive login details to complete the required online module at your own pace. 

Upon successful completion of the online component, schedule your in-person skills exam through the PCT Portal. During this session, you’ll demonstrate CPR skills using an independent simulation station. Visit the course registration page for instructions and to get started. 

This 100% online certified medical administrative assistant (CMAA) certification course prepares you with the knowledge to successfully pass the CMAA national certification exam, designated by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). You will learn a broad range of administrative duties and skills needed to work alongside medical providers and patients.

This 40-hour, in-person course will instruct students in the theory and practice of adult education to prepare them to instruct fire and emergency service subjects. Theories of adult learning, instructor attributes, instructor ethics, class environment demeanor, effective objective writing, and selection/preparation of course materials, such as lesson plans and supporting job aids, will be taught. Students will actually prepare and deliver several lessons on which they will be evaluated.

• Main Campus in ACC, Williamsport
• Not currently scheduled

Penn College is proud to present this innovative course that blends the fundamentals of prehospital care with content that prepares the pre-hospital clinician to function in the critical care transport environment. Immersive online content provides the foundational knowledge, which is expanded through 48 hours of lab time, serving to learn new skills, refresh old skills, and perfect assessment techniques. Specific content and skills explored in this course include:

• Basic and Advanced Airway Management
• Mechanical Ventilation
• 12-lead ECG Interpretation
• Needle and Tube Thoracostomy
• Pericardiocentesis
• IO Placement
• Flight Physiology
• Medical and Traumatic Emergencies