The future of healthcare depends on highly trained professionals who are ready to meet growing patient needs. At Central Penn College, preparing exceptional healthcare professionals has long been a priority, and the college’s Physical Therapist Assistant program continues to stand out as one of the region’s most respected pathways into the field. That commitment to …
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Central Penn College Prepares Students for In-Demand Healthcare Careers
At Central Penn College, student success is not defined by a single moment. It is built through hard work, support, and real-world training that prepares graduates for meaningful careers in healthcare. From Dental Assisting to Surgical Technology, students are stepping into careers that are in high demand. These are careers that require skill, compassion, and …
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Devices May Be Fueling the Demand for Physical Therapy
At Central Penn College, faculty in the Physical Therapist Assistant program are seeing firsthand how digital overuse is contributing to a rise in neck pain, back strain, repetitive stress injuries, and posture-related conditions that require professional intervention. Burying our heads in smartphones, laptops, and tablets for hours each day is changing more than how we …
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Physical Therapist Assistant Student Testimonials from the Front Lines of Rehabilitation
If you are thinking about becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant, you are looking at a career where you can truly help people. Physical Therapist Assistants, also called PTAs, work with physical therapists to help patients recover from injuries, surgery, illness, and other health conditions. At Central Penn College, students in the Physical Therapist Assistant program …
Professor Matthew O’Brien Brings Real-World Experience to Central Penn College Athletics
At Central Penn College, our faculty members aren’t just educators—they’re experts in their fields, bringing real-world experience into the classroom and beyond. One of the best examples of this is Professor Matthew O’Brien, our Physical Therapist Assistant academic coordinator of clinical education and now, officially, our athletic trainer. His career is a testament to the …
Central Penn College Launches Innovative 2+2 Pathway for Aspiring Healthcare Leaders
Central Penn College, a leader in career-focused healthcare education, today announced the launch of a new 2+2 bridge program to empower healthcare professionals to seamlessly transition into leadership roles. This pathway allows students to earn an associate degree in a high-demand healthcare field at Central Penn College, begin a rewarding career, and then continue their …
Physical Therapy business partners trace roots to Central Penn College
Brian Cardin, PT, C.Ped., and Steve Miller, PT, C.Ped. became fast friends in the early ‘90s while studying to become physical therapy assistants at Central Penn College. Fast forward to today, where the two friends are now successful business partners who are quickly expanding their footprint throughout the Midstate.
Central Penn College to Offer Physical Therapy Assistant Program in Evenings
As the demand for physical therapy swells, Central Penn College will now be offering classes leading to a physical therapy assistant degree in the evenings for the first time ever on their Summerdale campus.
Why Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant is a Great Career Choice
“What’s a PTA?” you ask. PTA stands for Physical Therapist Assistant. They play a critical role in helping patients recover from surgery, injury and deconditioning.
Central Penn’s Healthcare Programs Receive Top Ten Rating
Central Penn College was ranked #10 for the best value for healthcare programs in the Middle Atlantic Region, according to HealthDegreeResearch.com.
