Mom of Four Earns 4.0 GPA in Healthcare Management at Central Penn College
Healthcare Management is about leadership, strategy, and improving patient care and for Alexis Delaughter, it is also about perseverance, purpose, and possibility.
A mother of four, expanded function dental assistant, and college educator, Alexis Delaughterrecently completed her bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management at Central Penn College with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Her story proves that working adults can balance career, family, and education and thrive while doing it.
From Clinical Experience to Healthcare Management Leadership
Alexis has always taken education seriously. A former gifted student in high school, she now serves as a lecturer in a dental program while continuing to expand her own professional credentials.
Her decision to pursue a degree in Healthcare Management was rooted in a desire to grow beyond clinical practice and step into leadership roles within healthcare organizations. Central Penn College’s Healthcare Management program is offered 100% online, allowing working professionals to advance their education without putting their careers or families on hold.
The program allowed Alexis to build on her existing clinical knowledge while gaining new expertise in:
- Healthcare leadership and supervision
- Professional communication
- Healthcare law and ethics
- Real world healthcare case studies
- Organizational and operational strategy
“With a clinical background already, case studies in law and ethics helped me a lot,” Alexis shared. “I had a good foundation, and the Healthcare Management courses elevated and expanded my skill set.”
Capstone Research Focused on Patient Care Innovation
As part of her bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, Alexis completed a Capstone project examining the unique, forward facing role dental assistants play in reducing patient anxiety, a critical component of patient experience and quality care.
Her research highlights how effective healthcare leadership extends beyond administration and directly impacts patient outcomes. Alexis hopes to publish her Capstone research in a professional magazine where she has previously been featured.
This combination of clinical insight and management strategy reflects what Central Penn College’s Healthcare Management degree is designed to develop, healthcare leaders who understand both patient care and organizational performance.
Why Central Penn College’s 100% Online Healthcare Management Degree Works for Adult Learners
Returning to school as an adult can feel overwhelming, especially while managing a career and family. Alexis admits she was nervous at first.
“I kept thinking it’s not a great time to do this. But now, I wish I started sooner.”
Here is what made the difference: 100% Online Flexibility
The Healthcare Management program is offered entirely online, allowing students to complete coursework on a schedule that fits their lives.
Small Class Sizes and Personalized Support
“Small class sizes are really beneficial,” Alexis said. “I had a lot of one on one support from my professors.”
Despite studying online, she built strong connections with classmates and faculty.
Scholarships and Accessibility
Scholarships and financial support helped make earning a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management achievable for a working adult.
Building a Future in Healthcare Leadership
Alexis plans to continue teaching at Central Penn College and is considering pursuing a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership. Her Healthcare Management degree has positioned her for advancement into leadership and management roles across healthcare settings.
When she walks across the stage at the historic Forum Building during Commencement, she hopes her journey inspires other working adults to take the next step in their education.
“You find a way to make it work as a parent,” she said. “I’m making our lives better. I always kept the end goal in mind.”
Is a Healthcare Management Degree Worth It?
A degree in Healthcare Management can help you:
- Advance from clinical roles into leadership positions
- Strengthen communication and management skills
- Understand healthcare law, ethics, and compliance
- Improve patient experience and operational efficiency
- Support healthy revenue cycles and quality care delivery
At Central Penn College, the 100% online Healthcare Management program is designed for working professionals ready to turn experience into leadership opportunity.
Alexis invites others to create their own management plan, whether that means improving patient care, strengthening operations, or leading healthcare teams toward better outcomes.
