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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportCeltic Print Center
Devoted to Your Vision
We’re here to collaborate on your leadership project, to boost your community advocacy, or to help realize your creative expression. So much good can be done where ink meets paper.
Carlow University’s Celtic Print Center is a unique service offering high quality color and greyscale prints in a variety of sizes and stocks. From business cards to large signage, the Celtic Print Center can reproduce your unique vision down to the smallest pixel.
Located on the first floor of University Commons on Carlow’s Oakland campus, the Print Center is devoted to producing exemplary work, fast and at a reduced price.
The Celtic Print Center can provide a wide range of printed materials:
Booklets and Copies
Business Stationery
Marketing Materials
Photo Prints
Stickers and Labels
Large Format
Meet Carlow’s Director of Print Services in the Celtic Print Center, Jeff Kearney! A Pittsburgh native, Jeff has more than two decades of experience in marketing and communications, with a deep background in print production and brand management.
Jeff earned his bachelor’s degree in corporate communications from Duquesne University, where he subsequently worked for over 20 years in the Marcom department. He began his career as a writer before transitioning into print services, gaining extensive expertise in overseeing print operations, ensuring brand consistency, and optimizing resources for large-scale university initiatives.
A lifelong Pittsburgher, he grew up in the South Side, attended Brashear High School, and now lives in Baldwin with his wife, daughter, and their three cats.
When he’s not overseeing print production, Jeff is a passionate fan of all things Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. He also lends his voice as a singer in the local rock band Chain Reaction.
For more information or to set up a print job
email celticprintcenter@carlow.edu
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Pittsburgh Technical College Students Teach-Out Program
Carlow University has always sought to meet students where they are and meaningfully engage with the community, all with the goal of creating a more just and merciful world. To that end, we are pleased to announce a teach-out agreement for students affected by the recent closure of Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC). The aim is to provide an uninterrupted education to PTC students, giving them the opportunity to complete their degree.
As part of this agreement, Carlow will:
• Accept credits earned at PTC by potential transfer students
• Make available transfer guides for select majors
For its part, Pittsburgh Technical College has agreed to make all student information available to Carlow upon request, allowing for the smooth transition of all PTC transfers.
The Carlow Difference
Carlow University is more than a place to polish off those last few credits before graduation. Our students train to become compassionate leaders who will change the world for the better, with faculty and staff dedicated to guiding your journey, wherever it may lead.
When you choose Carlow, you’ll receive:
• Advice from a dedicated enrollment counselor, devoted to your seamless transition into your chosen area of study
• A supportive, collaborative community
• A holistic education rooted in the values of Mercy, Service, Discovery, and Hospitality
However long you spend with us, your time at Carlow is sure to be transformational.
Available programs for
impacted students
While all transfers are welcome in the Carlow community, we believe the following academic programs are particularly well suited for PTC students:
• Bachelor in Business Management
• Practical Nurse Certificate
• Associate in Surgical Technology
If you don’t see your major on the list above, Carlow has a variety of academic offerings for those looking to reach their full potential.
Get started today
Choosing Carlow as your transfer destination means joining an institution whose legacy of service and excellence goes back nearly a century. Curious? Then take the next step.
Contact Kali Aughenbaugh, Enrollment Counselor:
• 412-578-6094 (office)
• 412-910-1040 (text)
• kaughenbaugh@carlow.edu
Classes begin on August 26, 2024. Don’t delay – get started today!
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for yoru needs. Each MSW, ED and SPED course is NOT offered every semester, your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples below. (Please note a full-time course load in graduate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.) Pennsylvania requires any social worker seeking the Pennsylvania School Social Work Certification to be a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Pennsylvania before this certification is issued.
Advanced Standing Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW752 OR MSW727 Trauma-Informed Community Practice OR Complex Trauma – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSW741 Social Work in Schools – 3 credits
ED778 Designed for Difference – 3 credits
First Year (Summer)
MSW724 Strength Based Leadership – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW732 Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW-733) – 3 credits
MSW733 Field Placement Seminar II (Must be taken with MSW-732) – 3 credits
SPED770 OR SPED773 Meeting the Needs of Mild/moderate OR Positive Behavior Supports PreK-12 – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW734 Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW735 Field Placement Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW734) – 3 credits
MSW736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 39
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated May 2024.
Traditional Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW700 The Foundations of Generalist Practice – 3 credits
MSW702 Social Welfare and Policy – 3 credits
MSW714 Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE) – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW715 Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility – 3 credits
MSW716 Human Behavior in the Macro Social Environment – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
First Year (Summer)
MSW730 Field Placement I (Must be taken with MSW-731) – 3 credits
MSW731 Field Placement Seminar I (Must be taken with MSW-730) – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSW752 OR MSW727 Trauma Informed Community Practice OR Complex Trauma – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW741 Social Work in Schools – 3 credits
MSW724 Strength Based Leadership – 3 credits
ED778 Designed for Difference – 3 credits
Third Year (Fall)
MSW732 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW732) – 3 credits
SPED770 OR SPED773 Meeting the Needs of Mild/moderate OR Positive Behavior Supports PreK-12 – 3 credits
Third Year (Summer)
MSW734 MSW Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW-735 MSW Field Seminar III (Must be taken with MSw-734) – 3 credits
MSW-736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (Take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 60
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated May 2024.
Post Graduate MSW School Social Work Certificate
First Year (Fall)
MSW727 OR MSW752 Complex Trauma OR Trauma Informed Practice – 3 credits
SPED770 OR SPED773 Meeting the Needs of Mild/moderate OR Positive Behavior Supports PreK-12 – 3 credits
MSWXXX School-Based Field Placement – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW741 Social work in Schools – 3 credits
ED778 Designed for Difference – 3 credits
Total Credits = 15
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated May 2024.
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for your needs. Each MSW course is NOT offered every semester, your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples below. (Please note a fulltime course load in graudate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.)
Advanced Standing Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment- 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSW726 Advocacy Practice for Social Justice – 3 credits
MSW752 Trauma Informed Community Practice – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW721 Human Service Management and Grant Writing – 3 credits
MSW724 Strength-Based Leadership – 3 credits
MSWXXX Elective of Choice – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW732 Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 Field Placement Seminar II (Must be taken with MSW732) – 3 credits
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work Practice – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW734 Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW735 Field Placement Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW734) – 3 credits
MSW736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 39
Traditional Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW700 The Foundations of Generalist Practice – 3 credits
MSW702 Social Welfare and Policy – 3 credits
MSW714 Human Behavior in the Social – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW715 Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility – 3 credits
MSW716 Human Behavior in the Macro Social Environment – 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation- 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW730 Field Placement I (Must be taken with MSW-731) – 3 credits
MSW731 Field Placement Seminar I (Must be taken with MSW-730) – 3 credits
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW721 Human Service Management and Grant Writing – 3 credits
MSW724 Strength-Based Leadership – 3 credits
MSWXXX Elective of Choice- 3 credits
Third Year (Fall)
MSW732 Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 Field Placement Seminar II (Must be taken with is MSW732) – 3 credits
MSW726 Advocacy Practice for Social Justice – 3 credits
MSW752 Trauma Informed Community Practice – 3 credits
Third Year (Summer)
MSW734 Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW734)- 3 credits
MSW735 Field Placement Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 60
Two-Year Completion for Traditional Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW700 The Foundations of Generalist Practice – 3 credits
MSW702 Social Welfare and Policy – 3 credits
MSW714 Human Behavior in the Social – 3 credits
MSW715 Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW716 Human Behavior in the Macro Social Environment – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
MSW730 Field Placement I (Must be taken with MSW-731) – 3 credits
MSW731 Field Placement Seminar I (Must be taken with MSW-730) – 3 credits
First Year (Summer)
MSW724 Strength-Based Leadership – 3 credits
MSW752 Trauma Informed Community Practice – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW726 Advocacy Practice for Social Justice – 3 credits
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW721 Human Service Management and Grant Writing – 3 credits
MSW732 Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 Field Placement Seminar II (Must be taken with is MSW732) – 3 credits
MSW-XXX Elective of Choice – 3 credits
Second Year (Summer)
MSW734 Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW734)- 3 credits
MSW735 Field Placement Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW736 Advanced Practice Colloquium – 3 credits
Total Credits = 60
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for your needs. Each MSW course is NOT offered every semester, your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples below. (Please note a fulltime course load in graduate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.)
Advanced Standing Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
MSW722 Mental Health and Diagnosis – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSW724 Strength Based Leadership – 3 credits
MSW725 Treatment Approaches in Direct Practice – 3 credits
MSWXXX MSW Elective of Choice – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW732 Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW-733) – 3 credits
MSW733 Field Placement Seminar II (Must be taken with MSW-732) – 3 credits
MSW727 Complex Trauma – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW734 Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW735 Field Placement Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW734) – 3 credits
MSW736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 39
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for your needs. Each MSW course is NOT offered every semester. Your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples above. (Please note a full-time course load in graduate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.) *Pennsylvania requires any social worker seeking the Pennsylvania School Social Work Certification to be a Liciensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Pennsylvania before this certificate is issued.
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated May 2024.
Traditional Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW700 The Foundations of Generalist Practice – 3 credits
MSW702 Social Welfare and Policy – 3 credits
MSW714 Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE) – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW715 Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility – 3 credits
MSW716 Human Behavior in the Macro Social Environment – 3 credits
MSW724 Strength Based Leadership – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW730 Field Placement I (Must be taken with MSW-731) – 3 credits
MSW731 Field Placement Seminar I (Must be taken with MSW-730) – 3 credits
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW722 Mental Health and Diagnosis – 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSWXXX MSW Elective of Choice – 3 credits
Third Year (Fall)
MSW732 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW732) – 3 credits
MSW727 Complex Trauma – 3 credits
MSW725 Treatment Approaches in Direct Practice – 3 credits
Third Year (Summer)
MSW734 MSW Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW-735 MSW Field Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW-734) – 3 credits
MSW-736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (Take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 60
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for your needs. Each MSW course is NOT offered every semester. Your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples above. (Please note a full-time course load in graduate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.) *Pennsylvania requires any social worker seeking the Pennsylvania School Social Work Certification to be a Liciensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Pennsylvania before this certificate is issued.
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated May 2024.
2 Year Degree Completion Option for Traditional Students
First Year (Fall)
MSW700 The Foundations of Generalist Practice – 3 credits
MSW702 Social Welfare and Policy – 3 credits
MSW714 Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE) – 3 credits
MSW715 Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility – 3 credits
First Year (Spring)
MSW716 Human Behavior in the Macro Social Environment – 3 credits
MSW720 Multidimensional Assessment – 3 credits
MSW730 Field Placement I (Must be taken with MSW-731) – 3 credits
MSW731 Field Placement Seminar I (Must be taken with MSW-730) – 3 credits
First Year (Summer)
MSW724 Strength Based Leadership – 3 credits
MSW727 Complex Trauma – 3 credits
Second Year (Fall)
MSW722 Mental Health and Diagnosis – 3 credits
MSW723 Applied Research: Assessment and Evaluation – 3 credits
MSW711 Ethics Across Social Work – 3 credits
Second Year (Spring)
MSW725 Treatment Approaches in Direct Practice – 3 credits
MSW732 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW733) – 3 credits
MSW733 MSW Field Placement II (Must be taken with MSW732) – 3 credits
MSWXXX MSW Elective of Choice – 3 credits
Second Year (Summer)
MSW734 MSW Field Placement III (Must be taken with MSW735) – 3 credits
MSW-735 MSW Field Seminar III (Must be taken with MSW-734) – 3 credits
MSW-736 Advanced Practice Colloquium (Take in final semester) – 3 credits
Total Credits = 60
Tips for MSW Course Planning
The sequencing below is an example of the quickest route to program completion and based on the semester students begin the program, and their selected program option (online or in-person/hybrid.) MSW students are not required to take courses in this exact sequence and may complete the program part-time or full-time and are encouraged to devise a plan that best fits their unique situations and needs. Please meet with your MSW Faculty Advisor each semester to select the course plan that is best for your needs. Each MSW course is NOT offered every semester. Your advisor can assist you in planning appropriately for sequences other than the examples above. (Please note a full-time course load in graduate school is defined as 6-credits per semester, or more for financial-aid purposes.) *Pennsylvania requires any social worker seeking the Pennsylvania School Social Work Certification to be a Liciensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Pennsylvania before this certificate is issued.
DISCLAIMER: This plan is subject to the availability of courses in a particular term. Updated Fall 2023.
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James Keenan | The Core of Mercy
Season 2 | Episode 8 | 25 minutes
Dr. Kathy Humphrey welcomes James Keenan, Jesuit Priest, bioethicist, writer, and professor at Boston College. They are joined by Sister Sheila in conversation about ethics, mercy, and courage to act and create a more just and merciful world.
Episodes
Pat McCann | Walking with Courage
Episode 1 | 36 minutes
AJ Jefferson | Embracing Chaos
and Creating Stability
Episode 2 | 23 minutes
Sabrina Saunders Mosby | Essential Community
Episode 3 | 24 minutes
Betsy Benson | Journey and Opportunity
Episode 4 | 27 minutes
Andy Masich | Pursuing Passion and Purpose
Episode 5 | 33 minutes
Dan Rooney | Leading the Steeler Way
Episode 6 | 20 minutes
Sister Bonnie Heh and Thelma Lovette Morris | Enriching the Carlow Legacy
Episode 7 | 25 minutes
Richard Blanco | The Power of Words in a Just and Merciful World
Episode 1 | 34 minutes
John Fernández & Amy Bowman | Solutions for a More Sustainable World
Episode 2 | 38 minutes
Erin Mallea & Sarah Shotland | Social Justice as an Art form
Episode 3 | 34 minutes
Evan Rosenberg | Human Connection and Ethical Leadership
Episode 4 | 29 minutes
Sister Sheila Carney | Walking Into the Chaos of Others
Episode 5 | 27 minutes
Vincent D. Rougeau | Cultivating Diversity in Catholic Colleges
Episode 6 | 29 minutes
FRZY | Inspiring Greatness Starts Within
Episode 7 | 27 minutes
John McDarby | The Story of Sister Veronica McDarby
Episode 8 | 35 minutes
Bishop David Zubik | Embracing One’s Calling
Episode 9 | 29 minutes
Stefani Pashman | Today’s Workforce: Bridging Capability & Creativity
Episode 10 | 32 minutes
Christina Cassotis | Leading with Vision, Building with Boldness
Episode 11 | 28 minutes
Michele Atkins | The Ethical Path
Episode 12 | 23 minutes
Dr. Mike Sherrill | Faith, Calling, and Purpose
Episode 13 | 24 minutes
Kent and Erica Chevalier | Courage in Chaos
Episode 14 | 37 minutes
Bishop Mark Eckman | A New Installation, a Familiar Purpose, and a Call to Lead
Episode 15 | 30 minutes
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Season 2 of A More Just and Merciful World is here! Join our virtual community and be the first to learn about exciting campus happenings, new Carlow Impact Series events, Dr. Humphrey’s latest podcasts, change-making alumni, academic programs shaping the future of ethical leadership, and so much more.
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Empowering Movement, Transforming Lives: Your Journey Starts Here!
The programs offered in the Department of Physical Therapy program at Carlow University encompass the Mercy mission to serve the community by promoting the dignity of every person, advocating for equity and inclusion to address matters of social justice. At Carlow, we believe that non-technical skills are equally essential to your health professional training as the technical skills. Our programs emphasize three important habits of healthcare practice: Heart (professional formation/responsibilities), Head (cognitive knowledge), and Hand (clinical skills). It is the training in the habits of the heart that will allow you to act above and beyond your technical responsibilities and advocate for your patients. We strive to graduate healthcare professionals who would use the following principles within their professional practice.
- Healthcare equity is the cornerstone of a healthy society.
- Health and wellness promotion for the population/community is essential in conjunction with individual patient care.
- Every individual is a leader who must be prepared for a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Clinical decision-making shall be based on the three pillars of evidence-informed practice (using the best available research evidence, applying clinical experience/expertise, and incorporating patients’/clients’ beliefs and values with empathy and compassion).
- Physical therapy graduates and clinicians must be proficient in clinical competencies based on the contemporary standards of physical therapy practice.
Small
class sizes to provide individual attention
International
clinical experience opportunities
Engage
in experiential learning on Carlow campus
Faculty & staff
Our faculty comprises practicing clinicians with a wealth of experience in physical therapy, blending real-world insights with academic rigor. As experienced educators, they impart their passion for the profession to students, nurturing a commitment to clinical excellence. Join us to learn from the best and embark on your journey towards mastery. Contact us at DPTProgram@carlow.edu.
Kunal Bhanot, PT, PhD, FAAOMPT Chair, Professor
Katie Shroyer PT,DPT, CBIS Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor
Chelsey Wojcik Larko, PT, DPT, NCS Assistant Professor
Accreditation
Effective 04/25/23, Carlow University, Doctor of Physical Therapy program, has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please email: dptprogram@carlow.edu. Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/ professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.
Department Points of Pride
- Emphasis on Interprofessional education
- Focus on community health and service learning
- Inculcate the habits of the Heart, Head, and Hand
- Develop healthcare leaders and entrepreneurs
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Fostering collaborative excellence. Discover the advantages of a transformational educational experience at Carlow University
Carlow has a long history and outstanding reputation for educating great nurses. Our mercy centered mission, along with small class sizes and state of the art skills and simulation facilities make Carlow a perfect place to pursue a nursing degree. Students receive individualized attention and mentorship from our experienced nursing faculty who are experts in their area of nursing. Located in the heart of Oakland, we have partnerships with healthcare facilities within the Pittsburgh region and easy access to a variety of clinical experiences within the community, in acute care and community health. Throughout our program, Carlow nursing students learn about nursing care with a focus on ethics, a commitment to social justice and a goal of decreasing heath disparities. Students have opportunities to explore different aspects of nursing as they learn and grow into professional nurses. If you have an interest in becoming a nurse, whether you are looking for a traditional BSN program, a 2nd Degree BSN program, an RN to BSN program, or a Practical Nurse Certificate program, one or Carlow’s undergraduate nursing programs can help you achieve your goal of becoming a nurse.
Carlow Skills and Innovative Learning (CSIL) skills and simulation labs are incorporated into all clinical courses in the curriculum.
Faculty mentoring for individualized student NCLEX preparation in the final semester of the program.
Perioperative summer internship program offered as a summer elective for BSN students
75
years of excellence in nursing education this year
90%
pass rate for first time test takers over the past 10 years.
Faculty & staff
In addition to their advanced degrees, all our faculty have clinical practice experience in the areas of nursing that they are teaching. Our smaller class sizes and faculty advising model provide students with opportunities for individualized learning and career mentoring starting in the first year of the program. We hire adjunct clinical faculty with expertise and current experience in the areas of nursing practice that they are teaching.
Kunal Bhanot, PT, PhD, FAAOMPT Chair, Professor
Katie Shroyer PT,DPT, CBIS Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor