Program Finder
At 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ, passion meets purpose.
Choose from over 60 majors, minors, and programs to build your future. Not sure yet? Our expert advisors and resources support undecided students—many graduate on time, with some even earning double majors. Use our program finder to explore what inspires you.
The Master of Education with Principal (PK-12) Certification Program is designed to enhance the scholarly and professional development of classroom teachers who aspire to gain an administrative position. The program prepares future educational leaders to interact successfully with students, teachers, parents, school board members, and the community at large. The program prepares educators to meet the Pennsylvania Principal (PK-12) Certification requirements. Students graduate with a Master of Education degree and Principal Certification which gives a strong impetus to their career development.
The Master of Education with Special Education Certification (Grades PK-12) Program prepares educators for a master's degree with Pennsylvania certification in special education. This program is for educators who hold another teaching certification and would like to be successful in a variety of inclusive special education classroom settings. To enhance their understanding of working with children with various abilities and disabilities, students are required to complete classroom field experiences, pre-student teaching, and six weeks of student teaching.
The Master of Education in Special Education prepares educators who hold another teaching certification to be successful in a variety of inclusive special education classroom settings. Coursework that focuses on young students with special needs such as learning disabilities, social/emotional disorders, and autism in combined with coursework in technology, literacy and teaching strategies and methods for the instruction of students.
The Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Innovation is designed for educators aspiring to gain a leadership position in educational institutions. The program provides professional educators with a broad-based knowledge of leadership in the field of education, whether for an administrative position or for a classroom teacher serving in a leadership capacity, such as a department chair, committee head, or community leader.
The Ed.D. in Transformative Education Program empowers educational professionals to lead change, respond to change and undergo change, both personally and professionally. The program is designed for diverse professionals who are committed to reshaping education as a vehicle for equity and systemic improvement. Whether students come from classrooms, college campus offices, community programs, or corporate training teams, they will graduate being equipped and inspired to lead meaningful change in their professional spheres.
17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ's Bachelor of Social Work program offers a rigorous, caring and inclusive learning community, preparing you for employment or for graduate studies. BSW graduates who meet the criteria are eligible for Advanced Standing, meaning they can complete an accelerated curriculum to earn a master’s degree in social work from CSWE-accredited MSW programs.
Class Delivery Note: All BSW classes are fully online. Undergraduate residential students in the BSW Program take their general education courses in person. Commuter students should talk to their admissions counselor to identify the best delivery options for their circumstances.
The Certificate Program in Community Engagement is an interdisciplinary program designed to increase students’ ability to create positive change in their community and to address serious community issues through the development and implementation of short- and long-term impactful civic projects. Students identify and apply practical considerations that underpin community engagement and voluntary service.
The gerontology certificate of completion helps students meet the rapidly expanding job market in the field of geriatrics. The program is designed for individuals who have never attended college or who have a degree and want to complete this specialization.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program leading to an Associate in Science degree is a dual enrolled degree program between Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences (RHSHS) and 17cÆð²ÝºìÌÒ. In addition to the Associate in Science degree, graduates will receive a Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from RHSHS. Graduates of the DMS Program are eligible to take the national credentialing exams through the American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) upon completion.
The emergency medicine management program empowers certified paramedics to advance their professional opportunities through a comprehensive liberal arts education. This program enhances critical thinking, effective communication and leadership skills, equipping graduates to navigate the complexities of modern emergency care.
Classes are primarily delivered in a 7-week module format, allowing completion in as little as 12 months. The course content, scheduled throughout the year in a 100% online format is taught via innovative distance education technologies and features prompt accessibility.