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College of Health Sciences and Education clone
The Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography provides a complimentary balance between sonography education courses and liberal arts courses to enhance ones intellect, spirituality, creativity, and a global perspective on world culture.
Learn More About The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Here
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Program at Misericordia University is rooted in the Charisms set forth by Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy to provide and promote mercy, service, justice, and hospitality.
As one of the founding programs, Misericordia University's Nursing Department has been educating students in the field of nursing and serving the healthcare needs of the community for over 90 years. Misericordia continues this tradition today by offering a wide variety of programs and a seamless transition allowing students to progress from the undergraduate to graduate, and finally, the doctoral level.
The mission of the Occupational Therapy Department at Misericordia University is to provide an educational environment that reflects values and attitudes of justice, mercy, service, hospitality, and dignity in order to promote development of highly skilled professionals who are culturally competent, ethical, innovative, responsible, and involved occupational therapists serving diverse communities
Misericordia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree program provides an education that produces physical therapy practitioners who are critical thinkers, educated consumers of research, and advocates for life long learning.
As an entry level professional post-baccalaureate program, the physical therapy curriculum reflects a commitment to the complementary relationship between liberal arts and professional studies that enables graduates to adapt and deal with constantly evolving societal and professional needs.
Learn More About the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Here
The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation - Provisional status to the Misericordia University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Misericordia University. Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.
Learn More About the Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Here
The Speech-Language Pathology Program at Misericordia University is an entry-level 5-year Masters Degree program that provides an educational experience that produces pathologists who are critical thinkers and educated consumers of research.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science is designed as a program to develop a broad understanding of health care and wellness and enhance critical thinking and an understanding of current health care trends and issues that impact health science professionals in a diverse society.
The Teacher Education Department is one of the University’s oldest departments. Many of the original students who entered College Misericordia in 1924 became teachers. Since then, Misericordia University has prepared thousands of excellent teachers for our nation's classrooms.
Studies in the College of Health Sciences and Education
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- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Medical Imaging
- Nursing (BSN, MSN, DNP)
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Physician Assistant
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Health Science
- Teacher Education
A Welcome from the Dean of the College of Health Sciences and Education
Welcome to the College of Health Sciences and Education!
The College of Health Sciences and Education (CHSE) at Misericordia University is committed to providing a comprehensive education for future and current healthcare practitioners and educators. We offer a variety of programs, including traditional and graduate degrees, certificates, and flexible alternative education options. The College emphasizes inter-professional collaboration, encouraging students and faculty to learn from each other across different programs and disciplines.
Our goal is to support ALL students, whether they are undergraduate or graduate, full-time or part-time, commuter, online, or resident, in achieving their professional and personal goals. The faculty is actively engaged in research, international partnerships, and service, all aligned with the mission and values of Misericordia. We welcome students to join us from all walks of life.
Dr. Lisa May Norton
Dean College of Health Sciences and Education
Misericordia University
Email: lnorton@misericordia.edu
Phone: 570-674-8406
Location: Baloga Hall
We graduate the largest number of health science professionals in Northeastern Pennsylvania constituting the majority of practitioners/clinicians. We offer a rich education through clinical and fieldwork experiences, service-learning, interprofessional engagement and research endeavors. Our students can experience international service and research as a component of their education
With over 100 publications and presentations, our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized and have the excellence to assist in guiding students through their education. Likewise our faculty and student run clinics assist students in learning their discipline while providing services to the community.
We invite you to visit our beautiful new Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Building, Baloga Hall where our PA program is housed, and our Passan Building which houses Nursing and Speech Language Pathology. Please drop by our Speech-Language Hearing Center which is located in Passan Hall. We look forward to hosting you and your family as a future CHSE student!
Unique to CHSE are:
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Clinical, service, and research opportunities abroad.
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Student research opportunities including presenting findings at national and international conferences.
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15+ degree programs ranging from a bachelor and masters degrees to clinical doctorate degrees
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12 entry and post-professional certificates
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4 specialty institutes/clinics service the community and provide student with research and clinical experience.
Health Science Programs Offered
Exercise Science
Exercise Science
Medical Science Specialization
Medical Science Specialization
Certificate Programs:
- Addictions Counseling
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Education - Reading Specialist Certificate
- Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master's Certificate
- Geriatric Care Manager (graduate certificate)
- Patient Navigation Certificate (online)
Professional Development:
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Some Of The CHSE Most Recent Pass Rates
100Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS Sonography Physics and Instrumentation)
88Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(Abdomen Sonography)
100Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(Obstetrics and Gynecology)
100Speech Language Pathology
(Since 2014 - 7th straight year!)
93Medical Imaging
(May 2019)
100Occupational Therapy
100Medical Imaging
(December 2019)
90.65Undergraduate Nursing
(2022-2023)
Education
Clinics, Centers, and Camps
The Misericordia University Autism Center is comprised of a number of services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder across the life-span.
The Speech Language Hearing Center is a comprehensive facility serving the residents of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
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For more Information:
Contact
Teri Pace
CHSE Administrative Assistant
(570) 674-6441