The Healthcare Institute
The Healthcare Institute at Bucks County Community College provides quality, up-to-date information for practicing healthcare professionals and those wishing to enter the healthcare field.

Continuing Ed. for Nurses & Healthcare Professionals
Bucks County Community College is proud to offer continuing education courses for nurses and health care professionals. Taught by highly-skilled and experienced instructors, these courses can enhance current skills, offer an opportunity to learn new skills, and assist in moving professionals further up the career ladder in healthcare. Continuing Ed. for Nurses & Healthcare Professionals


Practical Nursing Program
Bucks County Community College offers a 12-month, full-time course of study in Practical Nursing. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

The program is designed to include both classroom and clinical component, giving students an opportunity to practice what they are learning. Practical Nursing Program

Radiography Program
The Bucks County Community College Radiography Program is a 24-month, full-time program that prepares students to enter the field of diagnostic medical imaging. A new class is accepted each May. Through participation in classroom activities at the college, as well as laboratory and clinical activities in various hospitals, students learn to perform diagnostic radiographic studies. Frankford Hospitals, St. Mary Medical Center, Central Montgomery Medical Center and Grand View Hospital are clinical sites currently used by our students.

Emphasis is placed on patient care, radiation protection, and technical skills needed to pursue a career in the various modalities of the field of radiology. At the successful completion of the 24-month program, the student receives a certificate from the College and is eligible to be seated for the examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Upon passing the examination, the student becomes a registered Radiographer or Radiologic Technologist and may work in a variety of settings: hospitals, clinics, physician's offices, and mobile x-ray companies. Radiography Program

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