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Parker University Earns No. 1 Spot on Forbes Advisor’s “Best Online Associate in Health Science” List

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Dallas, Texas, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parker University is proud to announce that it ranked first on Forbes Advisor’s “Best Online Associate in Health Science” list.

Key Points: 
  • Dallas, Texas, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parker University is proud to announce that it ranked first on Forbes Advisor’s “Best Online Associate in Health Science” list.
  • An associate degree in health science can be an excellent first step toward narrowing down your most promising career options.
  • Parker University’s Health Sciences degree includes a dynamic interdisciplinary program, allowing students to prepare for many careers within the healthcare industry.
  • Through rigorous standards, constant innovation, and an impulse to serve, Parker University elevates healthcare education to pursue higher health.

Dr. G. Devin Stephenson selected as next president of Florida Polytechnic University

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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LAKELAND, Fla., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Florida Polytechnic University Board of Trustees announced the selection of Dr. G. Devin Stephenson as the next president of the University.

Key Points: 
  • LAKELAND, Fla., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Florida Polytechnic University Board of Trustees announced the selection of Dr. G. Devin Stephenson as the next president of the University.
  • Stephenson, who currently serves as president of Northwest Florida State College, will become Florida Poly's second president, pending confirmation by the Board of Governors.
  • Through diligent effort and collaborative engagement, we have identified Dr. G. Devin Stephenson as the candidate who best embodies Florida Poly's vision and values," Cliff Otto said.
  • The next phase of the process is the beginning negotiations between the University and Stephenson.

St. Thomas University Receives 10-Year SACSCOC Accreditation Reaffirmation and Announces President David A. Armstrong's 10-Year Contract Extension

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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The SACSCOC reaffirmation will stand for the next ten years with no additional reporting or monitoring requirements.

Key Points: 
  • The SACSCOC reaffirmation will stand for the next ten years with no additional reporting or monitoring requirements.
  • This milestone coincides with a synergistic resolution from STU's Board of Trustees who voted extend STU President David A. Armstrong J.D.
  • 's contract which, pending options, would see President Armstrong continue to lead St. Thomas University to unprecedented success through 2033.
  • "This reaffirmation," remarked President Armstrong, "is the culmination of the work of many across our university who believe that St. Thomas University is well on its way to becoming the great Catholic university of the South.

ECPI University to Add BSN Program at Charleston Campus

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Charleston, SC, Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECPI University will begin offering classes for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at its campus in North Charleston, SC in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Charleston, SC, Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECPI University will begin offering classes for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at its campus in North Charleston, SC in 2023.
  • Because of ECPI University’s unique year-round schedule, BSN students can earn their degree in as little as 2.5 years.
  • “We are thrilled to bring our BSN program to Charleston,” said ECPI University Chief Operating Officer Barbara Larar.
  • Founded in 1966, ECPI University is a private university with 17 locations in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Texas and online.

UT Health San Antonio plans new MS in Imaging Sciences program

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO, November 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The School of Health Professions at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) plans to launch a new Master of Science in Imaging Sciences program to train imaging technologists in radiography, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to address the technologist shortages currently stressing the health care system.

Key Points: 
  • A new Master of Science in Imaging Sciences program at UT Health San Antonio will be unique as an entry-to-the-profession master's degree program that provides eligibility for three national certifications by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
  • The planned degree program is under the auspices of the School of Health Professions at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio).
  • SAN ANTONIO, November 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The School of Health Professions at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) plans to launch a new Master of Science in Imaging Sciences program to train imaging technologists in radiography, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to address the technologist shortages currently stressing the health care system.
  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio), a primary driver for San Antonio's $42.4 billion health care and biosciences sector, is the largest research university in South Texas with an annual research portfolio of $350 million.

Galen College of Nursing Selects Regent Education to Automate Financial Aid in Support of its Enrollment Growth

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Galen College of Nursing has selected Regent Education to automate financial aid processing for its flexible enrollment models.

Key Points: 
  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Galen College of Nursing has selected Regent Education to automate financial aid processing for its flexible enrollment models.
  • Galen College of Nursing, one of the country's largest educators of nurses, has helped address the national nursing shortage by expanding access to nursing education.
  • "Our partnership with Galen College of Nursing will support their multiple enrollment models across their academic programs by enabling everyone with extensive financial aid automation and student-facing tools," added Jim Hermens, CEO of Regent Education.
  • Regent's solutions encompass the automation of financial aid management, verification processes, student financial planning, and state financial aid applications.

International Franchise Association, University of Louisville announce first-of-its-kind partnership to offer franchising certification

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the University of Louisville (UofL) today announced a landmark partnership to offer continuing education and certification through the IFA Certified Franchise Executive™(CFE) Program and the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence, part of the UofL College of Business. For nearly 35 years, a CFE designation has been the premier certification in franchising, offering business, leadership and legal education unique to pursuing a career in the franchising industry.

Key Points: 
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the University of Louisville (UofL) today announced a landmark partnership to offer continuing education and certification through the IFA Certified Franchise Executive(CFE) Program and the Yum!
  • Through the new partnership, foundational CFE education will include even more rigorous requirements standardized by the College of Business at the University of Louisville, a public tier-one research institution.
  • "This landmark education and certification partnership will be transformational to the industry," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.
  • About the International Franchise Association:
    Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide.

Tecnologico de Monterrey Calls for Participation in the International Conference on Educational Innovation 2023

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
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Presentations will be delivered on Educational Trends, Technologies for Education, Management of Educational Innovation, Academic Innovation in Health Sciences, Training throughout Life, and EdTech Entrepreneurship.

Key Points: 
  • Presentations will be delivered on Educational Trends, Technologies for Education, Management of Educational Innovation, Academic Innovation in Health Sciences, Training throughout Life, and EdTech Entrepreneurship.
  • MONTERREY, Mexico, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --For the ninth consecutive year, Tecnologico de Monterrey (Tec) calls all those interested in participating in the International Conference on Educational Innovation 2023, the most influential congress on educational innovation in the Spanish-speaking world.
  • Presentations will be delivered on six topics: Educational Trends, Technologies for Education, Management of Educational Innovation, Academic Innovation in Health Sciences, Training throughout Life, and EdTech Entrepreneurship.
  • The International Conference on Educational Innovation 2023 will take place from January 16-18, 2023.

HCA Healthcare and Galen College of Nursing Announce Eighth New Campus

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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The Asheville campus, which is expected to open in late September, will be the eighth new campus Galen College of Nursing has opened since joining HCA Healthcare in January 2020.

Key Points: 
  • The Asheville campus, which is expected to open in late September, will be the eighth new campus Galen College of Nursing has opened since joining HCA Healthcare in January 2020.
  • When the Asheville campus opens, Galen College of Nursing will have 13 campus locations.
  • Bringing Galen into the HCA Healthcare family was designed to combine two leading nursing organizations to increase access to nursing education and to provide nursing career development opportunities for HCA Healthcare colleagues.
  • All references to Company, HCA and HCA Healthcare as used throughout this document refer to HCA Healthcare, Inc. and its affiliates.

‘Gold standard’

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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Students who complete the program and its related assessments will also be eligible to take the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) certification exam.

Key Points: 
  • Students who complete the program and its related assessments will also be eligible to take the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) certification exam.
  • This new degree is just another way we are paying attention to our students career goals and responding to industry growth.
  • Pending SACSCOC final approval, the program will begin in spring 2023, with new student cohorts beginning each consecutive spring semester.
  • I want to achieve the gold standard for the profession that I am passionate about, and I believe UWG's program and faculty can help me achieve this goal.