Majors, Minors & Programs
York College of Pennsylvania’s Thornton Accelerated Nursing (ABSN) program is an excellent opportunity for students with previous college education to earn baccalaureate-level nursing credentials in as little as 17 months.
If you already have a bachelor’s degree in a different field or have completed significant college coursework, York College can help you expedite the time it takes to qualify for a career where you are in demand, enjoy opportunities for advancement, and spend time caring for others.
Growth in the population of older persons in the U.S. and worldwide has created a demand for professionals with specialized knowledge in the field of aging. The Aging Studies Minor is a 15-credit interdisciplinary minor open to all majors. Three foundational courses are required because of the biopsychosocial nature of the aging process. Students choose two additional 3-credit courses from various disciplines to complete the minor. Courses within the minor may also be taken individually as electives. The Aging Studies Minor encourages students in various academic majors to expand their knowledge and professional development related to aging and older adulthood.
York College of Pennsylvania’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science degree program gives you the practical tools and well-rounded education you need to make a difference in helping others improve their quality of life and enhance their physical capability.
Students in York’s flexible Exercise Science program select a focused degree concentration to enhance their education and experience in either professional practice or fitness management. As an Exercise Science major, you’ll be exposed to the world of sports medicine and learn how to become a leader in the fitness industry.
York College of Pennsylvania’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Sciences degree program is designed to increase students’ career opportunities across the healthcare industry. Many fields within healthcare are growing rapidly. With three degree concentrations to choose from, our B.S. in Health Sciences program trains students interested in professional medical careers like physical therapists or pharmacists, those interested in administrative healthcare positions, and students seeking careers in community settings and human services.
The minor in Healthcare Administration is designed to provide students with a background in healthcare and ethical and administrative issues related to health care. The minor is most appropriate for students interested in clinical and health-related fields (e.g. nursing, health professions, or medicine), professional fields (e.g. business administration or management), or the social sciences (e.g. sociology, political science, or psychology), giving these students an understanding of the healthcare industry and the impact of business and government on that industry.
York’s degree in Medical Imaging includes invaluable clinical experience, with three professional tracks in Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT), Radiography, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The program builds a foundation of knowledge needed to procure fulfilling work and pursue further certification or education in practice specialties.
From collecting data to analyzing laboratory results, students in York College’s Medical Laboratory Science program are gaining the skills they need to make an impact in the world of medicine. Whether you see yourself developing new medications for the pharmaceutical industry, conducting medical research in a hospital lab, or finding new ways to bring comfort to animals through veterinary studies – York College can give you the tools to get there.
When you’re passionate about helping people, you need a career that allows you to make a difference. The bachelor of science in Nursing (BSN) at York College prepares future nurses to do just that.
Our Nursing degree program gives students access to a state-of-the-art simulation lab and professional equipment, as well as faculty who take a vested interest in their success. BSN majors gain hands-on experience during clinicals, working with our healthcare partner organizations across the region, including local hospitals and medical centers.
Registered nurses who graduated from an accredited program, and meet program requirements are eligible for direct articulation into the Nursing program.
The Minor in Nutrition is designed for students interested in understanding food and how it affects health. Students in the minor develop knowledge and skills that supplement their major and that are helpful for improving overall health in individuals and communities. Completing the Nutrition Minor improves a student’s marketability in many professional paths, including public health, nursing, exercise science, psychology, hospitality, business, education, health professions, and sports and recreational management. The minor also prepares students to pursue graduate training or research in dietetics and nutrition, and to enhance their personal understanding of rapidly changing messages about diet and health.
The Outdoor Leadership Minor combines leadership principles with outdoor knowledge, skills, and activities. Students will learn concepts and techniques for designing and leading outdoor activities, events, and experiences. Coursework for the minor provides a variety of opportunities for experiential, hands-on learning and leading while engaging in outdoor recreation pursuits such as backpacking, camping, flatwater paddling, rock climbing, and wilderness first aid.
The Therapeutic Recreation and Wellness degree program at York College offers a starting point for numerous career paths that allow you to work with individuals of all ages and abilities. Using evidence-based practices, students graduate ready to support wellbeing throughout their communities.