Gwynedd Mercy University

Accounting

With GMercyU's accredited Accounting Program, students gain a solid background in accounting principles, taxes, auditing, finance, and business theory. Students who want to build a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or put their accounting skills to work in the business world may consider the bachelor's in accounting with a CPA track or the accelerated 4+1 MBA option.

Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN)

This program is designed for professional nurses who have earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree and seek further education to qualify for state and national certification as a nurse practitioner. Post-Graduate APRN certificates are offered for the following areas: Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP, Pediatrics Primary Care NP, and Family Nurse Practitioner.

Biology

The Biology program at Gwynedd Mercy University is an integrated course of study with a strong emphasis on molecular and cellular biology, genetics, and biochemistry. Biology students gain a broad foundation in the physical sciences, with required coursework in chemistry, physics, and mathematics, and students who graduate from the program automatically earn a minor in chemistry with their degree.

Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration is a degree program designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals. The program aims to produce versatile individuals who are able to solve current and future problems in organizations and meet the business needs of society as a whole. Students may specialize in Healthcare Administration or Strategic Management and Leadership.

Business Administration

The core curriculum is a 45-credit hour, 80-week program designed to expand a student's critical thinking skills while providing the student with a solid foundation in business administration principles and their contemporary applications in the workplace. The online program offers concentrations in Organizational Management and Health Administration. The catalog notes this program is suspended.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

The post-graduate Clinical Mental Health Certificate program is designed for graduates of Gwynedd Mercy University's Master in School Counseling program. This certificate program requires 12 credits of graduate counseling courses, including a 200-hour internship in a clinical mental health setting over one term, and offers students the additional credits required to sit for the NCE and seek licensure as a professional counselor (LPC).

Computer Science

The Computer Science (CS) program offers a comprehensive education that blends the core principles of computer science with hands-on experience in the most relevant and rapidly evolving technologies.

Counseling

The Graduate Counseling Program at Gwynedd Mercy University is designed to help students become professional counselors with areas of expertise in the community mental health and school counseling settings. The program uses a scholar-practitioner model that meets the CACREP educational standards for training students. Students completing the master's degree will be eligible to sit for the National Counselor Exam (NCE) leading to license as a professional counselor (LPC).

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program at Gwynedd Mercy University is designed to graduate well-rounded scholars with the tools to excel in their chosen careers. The goal of the program is to provide the best quality education, both in curriculum design and course content, keeping up to date in the rapidly changing field of criminal justice. With a concentration on multidisciplinary education, students focus on a variety of criminal justice-related topics and are required to engage in an internship.

Curriculum, Instruction, and E-Learning in PK12

The EdD in Curriculum, Instruction, and E-Learning in PK12 seeks to develop instructional leaders and scholars who are prepared to create, organize, and deliver instructional programs at the elementary and secondary levels, particularly through digital and hybrid platforms. An accelerated program, it consists of 18 courses and takes 3 years to complete, delivered in an asynchronous, online platform with three residencies.

Digital Communication

The Digital Communication program is designed for students interested in professional roles in content creation, production, social media, marketing, and more. Rooted in strategic business decision-making, courses guide students in the development of technology-oriented communication skills. Portfolio-building assignments and industry-recognized certifications are at the core of the program and prepare students for professional life.

Direct-Entry Nursing

The DEMSN is the foundation to prepare a student holding a previous non-nursing bachelor's degree for entry-level practice as a registered nurse. The scope of practice includes direct and indirect care to individuals, families, and communities. This degree differs from the baccalaureate degree in that the program not only prepares students to sit for state licensure but also prepares students to sit for the Clinical Nurse Leader certification examination.

Early Education and Special Education

This undergraduate education program leads to Pennsylvania teacher certification in Early Education PreK-4 and Special Education PreK-12. Courses are developed using best practices and current trends in education in response to the needs of the profession, and graduates are eligible to receive an Instructional I Provisional certificate upon passing the required Pennsylvania certification exams.

Early Education PreK-4

Gwynedd Mercy University prepares teachers to meet the educational challenges of the 21st Century, and this program of study leads to Pennsylvania teacher certification in Early Education, PreK-4. Upon completion of the program requirements, the student is eligible to receive an Instructional I Provisional certificate, which permits the holder to teach in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and in those states which carry reciprocity.

Education

The Master of Science in Education, Master Teacher Program is designed to meet the needs of a variety of professional educators. The course of study provides educators with opportunities to develop theoretical and practical knowledge and skills that enhance the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process. The degree may be earned with or without PK-4 or Secondary teaching certification or an SEL endorsement.

Educational Administration

The Master of Science in Educational Administration is an accelerated, online, cohort-based program designed for working professionals in the field of education. The program prepares students to assume leadership roles such as K-12 Principal, Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Coordinator, Educational Supervisor, or Curriculum Director. Certification tracks include K-12 Principal, Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction, and a dual-certification option.

Educational Administration and Educational Leadership (2+2 Combined Program)

The 2+2 program is presented in an accelerated cohort model, delivered online with three residencies, and is built upon a foundation of coursework essential to leadership in PK12 schools and school districts. It requires ten courses for the MS degree and PK12 Principal Certification and twelve doctoral level courses, for a total of sixty-six credit hours. The area of concentration is Leadership in PK-12 Schools and School Districts.

Educational Leadership

The Doctorate in Educational Leadership (EdD) program is presented in an accelerated cohort model, delivered online with three residencies, and is built upon a foundation of coursework essential to leadership in any educational venue. The course of study totals fifty-four credit hours, including nine foundation courses, a five-course area of concentration, and four directed study dissertation advisement courses.

Education Studies

The Education Studies program offers a variety of courses and field work to prepare students for various professions in Education including para-professional and other assistant-type careers. The Education Studies major provides students the option of completing the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree in education without completing the requirements for Pennsylvania Teacher Certification.

Exercise Science

The Exercise Science Program is a multidisciplinary program designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in human performance, exercise, and health-related fields. It centers on the study of the human body, physical activity, and health.

Finance

Finance studies and addresses how monetary resources are raised, allocated, and used over time, considering the risks entailed. Finance is the most encompassing of all business enterprises; finance graduates must know about both business and the economy. This program offers a 4+1 MBA option.

Healthcare Administration

The Graduate Business Program Certificates are designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals and to offer business leaders a distinctive credential for competitive markets. The Certificate in Healthcare Administration will help professionals gain the skills to meet the challenges of today's health care systems while pursuing innovative solutions for tomorrow.

History

The history degree supports students' search for truth through excellence in teaching and scholarly research to develop knowledge, technological competence, and aesthetic and ethical values for success in a global society. The program provides history majors with an educational foundation that prepares them for careers in law, government, industry, and other public and private sectors. This program offers a 4+1 teacher certification option.

Leadership

The Graduate Business Program Certificates are designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals and to offer business leaders a distinctive credential for competitive markets. The Certificate in Leadership is designed to refine leadership skills for managers, supervisors, and future executives.

Liberal Studies

Liberal Studies is offered as an Associate of Arts degree at Gwynedd Mercy University. Candidates for the associate degree must earn at least 62 semester hours of credit in prescribed major and required general education courses.

Management

The bachelor of science degree in management prepares students to master the skills needed to become a successful leader in any industry. Students take courses in accounting, operations management, business law, business ethics, finance, business statistics, marketing, and specialized courses that cover niche areas such as human resource management, small business management, online business marketing and management, risk management, and sport management.

Marketing

The marketing program educates students to become successful marketing professionals by focusing on digital marketing skills needed in today's innovative marketing arena. The curriculum focuses on integrated marketing communication, digital and social media marketing, and strategic use of technology, in conjunction with a business core curriculum that includes economics, management, accounting, and finance.

Medical Laboratory Science

A student who wishes to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) follows a four-year program or a five-year program. The first three years are taken on the university campus, and the final year takes place in a 12-month program at a hospital-based NAACLS approved affiliate School of Medical Laboratory Science. Students are prepared to take the MLS (ASCP) examination offered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists for professional certification.

Natural Science

The associate degree program in Natural Science is intended not only for prospective Biology majors, but also for students interested in earning an associate degree prior to entering programs in medical technology, physical and occupational therapy, pharmacy, and cytotechnology. It is also meant for individuals employed at local pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies who require a degree credential to achieve promotion.

Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing prepares graduates for advanced nursing roles through coursework offered in person, hybrid, and online formats. Tracks include the Nurse Educator track and the Nurse Practitioner track (Adult Gerontology Primary Care, Pediatrics Primary Care, and Family Nurse Practitioner). Graduates contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge through scientific inquiry and provide population-based holistic care in advanced nursing roles.

Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (BSN) is structured to provide a strong foundation in the liberal arts, Mercy values, sciences, and professional nursing. Graduates are prepared as nurse generalists to give direct and indirect nursing care in a variety of health care settings to individuals, families, communities, and populations.

Nursing and Business Administration (Dual Degree)

The dual-degree Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration (MSN/MBA) program will prepare graduates, who are exceptional at patient care and nursing leadership, with the business skills to affect change at the corporate level of a healthcare organization. The program will instill the knowledge to transform health systems by developing transformative Mercy leaders dedicated to patient advocacy while applying executive expertise.

Nursing Education

The certificate option is available for applicants who already have obtained an MSN degree. The Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing Education is designed for experienced nursing professionals who wish to transition into teaching and leadership roles in nursing education, whether in academic or clinical settings.

Nursing Practice

Gwynedd Mercy University's accelerated online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program extends the skills and knowledge of current nurse practitioners, certified registered nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists, or certified nurse midwives. Working closely with graduate nursing faculty, students engage with doctoral-level theoretical concepts, develop an evidence-based practice project, and gain advanced practice nursing clinical skills.

Occupational Science

During the first three years of the Occupational Science Program, students take pre-professional courses in liberal arts, health science, and occupational science. Students who qualify for entry into the professional phase take three terms of occupational therapy courses to complete 124 undergraduate credits and earn a BHS in Occupational Science.

Occupational Therapy

The Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy offers an entry-level Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy (MSOT), accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). The didactic portion of the program is delivered on-ground, and students complete two consecutive Level II fieldwork experiences during the final term. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NBCOT certification examination and to apply for state licensure.

Philosophy

The Philosophy Program at Gwynedd Mercy University provides a comprehensive baccalaureate curriculum steeped in the Western philosophical tradition and committed to promoting the discipline as the noblest intellectual pursuit offered in the academy. To this end, the Program seeks to safeguard the historical approach to the discipline, emphasizing the great thinkers in all four epochs of Western history.

PreK-12 School Counseling

The post-graduate PreK-12 School Counseling Certification program is a 48-credit program that offers graduates with a master's degree a pathway to certification as a PreK-12 School Counselor in the State of Pennsylvania. Students must complete the required course work and pass the appropriate Praxis test to become certified. Up to 24 credits of required Pennsylvania Department of Education certification competencies can be waived based on the student's prior graduate-level coursework.

Psychology (Bachelor of Arts)

The Psychology Program provides students with a breadth and depth of knowledge in the study of human behavior and mental processes through coursework across a wide array of topics, including social psychology, human development, child and adolescent psychology, biopsychology, psychopathology, personality, dementia, death and dying, counseling techniques, and interpersonal processes.

Psychology (Bachelor of Science)

The Psychology Program provides students with a breadth and depth of knowledge in the study of human behavior and mental processes through coursework across a wide array of topics. The Bachelor of Science in Psychology additionally requires that students receive a grade of C or higher in the two natural and computational science electives required for the BS core.

Public Health

The Master of Public Health (MPH) is considered a terminal, professional degree in the field of public health. The degree is grounded in the social, behavioral, and biological sciences, and is guided by a social justice philosophy consistent with the mission of Gwynedd Mercy University. The program is listed in the catalog as suspended and is not accepting new students.

Public Health

The Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) is a four-year program that provides a strong foundation in the liberal arts, Mercy values and critical concerns, and the foundations of public health practice. It encompasses diverse domains such as epidemiology, disease prevention, health education and promotion, environmental health, health policy, and advocacy.

Radiation Therapy (Bachelor of Health Science)

As a radiation therapist, you will work directly with patients, radiation oncologists and radiation physicists using advanced equipment to administer high energy x-rays, radioactive materials, and other sources of ionizing radiation to treat cancer. The curriculum is career-oriented but also helps students build a strong foundation in liberal arts and ethics.

Radiation Therapy (Bachelor of Science)

The Radiation Therapy Program prepares students to deliver competent and compassionate patient-centered care using advanced equipment to administer high energy x-rays, radioactive materials, and other sources of ionizing radiation to treat cancer. Graduates can take their careers in different directions including administration, dosimetry, research, education, and direct patient care.

Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technologist or radiographer is an individual who uses imaging equipment to perform diagnostic imaging (x-ray) procedures as ordered by physicians. A student who wishes to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Radiologic Technology follows a four-year program: the first two years are taken on the university campus and the final two years take place in a 20- to 24-month program at a hospital-based JRCERT approved affiliate School of Radiologic Technology.

Respiratory Care

The Bachelor of Health Science in Respiratory Care is designed as the final year of the three-plus-one program. It is a degree completion program designed for students seeking professional leadership, education, and/or service in Respiratory Care. Students choosing this option must first complete all course work outlined in the Associate Degree curriculum and the additional courses outlined on the curriculum sheet.

Respiratory Care

The Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and is an Entry into Respiratory Care Professional Practice Program. It consists of three years of coursework, with the primary goal of providing the student with the knowledge, skills, professional attitudes and behaviors to practice as a safe, competent, caring, and compassionate health care professional.

Social Work

The Bachelor of Social Work Program prepares students for generalist social work practice through a liberal arts education, social work skills acquisition, and developing competencies that reflect the practice and values of the social work profession. The program promotes ethical and competent practices that address social problems and social justice issues in keeping with the mission of the university founders, The Sisters of Mercy.

Special Education

The program seeks to provide a strong grounding in the skills necessary for further professional development in the field of education specifically dealing with students with special needs in PreK through 12th grade. The curriculum is designed to encourage reflective practice whereby the teacher consistently reviews student behavior in light of its effectiveness and in relation to scientific research-based data.

Speech-Language Pathology

The mission of the MSSLP program is to prepare exceptional speech-language pathology professionals dedicated to the care and advancement of human communication and swallowing. The program strives to develop compassionate professionals committed to integrity, human dignity, lifelong learning, and service to a diverse, global society. It is a hybrid program consisting of both in-person and online learning platforms with in-person clinical placements.

Sport Management

The BS in Sport Management program prepares students to enter the fast-paced industry of sport while including a study of foundational business knowledge such as theory, accounting, management, international business, professional communication, and finance. Core courses cover topics in strategic sport marketing, operations financing, law, venue management, and revenue strategies. This program offers a 4+1 MBA option.

Strategic Management

The Graduate Business Program Certificates are designed to meet the needs of a variety of business professionals and to offer business leaders a distinctive credential for competitive markets. The Certificate in Strategic Management prepares business professionals to analyze and shape organizational strategy in competitive markets.

Superintendent Letter of Eligibility

The program consists of coursework required for certification as a Superintendent of Schools in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It requires six content courses and two practicum courses, and three of the content courses may be waived for students with a master's degree in school administration. The program is delivered online except for one weekend residency on campus.

Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

The Doctorate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (EdD) program is presented in an accelerated cohort model, delivered online with three residencies, and is built upon a foundation of coursework essential to a doctorate in education. The course of study totals fifty-four credit hours. The purpose of this program is to prepare the next generation of higher education instructors and professors for careers in teaching, instructional design, and technology and learning.

Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

This post-master's certification program requires five content courses, three credit hours each, for a total of fifteen credit hours. It develops professional competency for teaching in higher education and educational organizations, with a commitment to understanding the individual learner and engaging them in the course of study.