Archive for the ‘Continuing Education’ Category

Mercy College Annual Campus Crime Report

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

Mercy College of Northwest Ohio has submitted campus crime statistics to the U.S. Department of Education as annually required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.  This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Mercy College; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and from the campus.  You can access the Annual Campus Crime Report either at http://www.mercycollege.edu/about/fast-facts or on the Youngstown site at http://www.youngstown.mercycollege.edu/about/fast-facts.  If you would like to obtain a paper copy of the above report, please contact Julie Leslie at julie.leslie@mercycollege.edu or at (419) 251-1598.



The Nursing Programs at Mercy College of Northwest Ohio are nationally accredited and approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

The Associate of Science in Nursing program (AD) is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing (last visit February 2009) and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (phone 404-975-5000). The program was last visited in October, 2008 and at the February, 2009 Board of Commissioners meeting was granted 8 year continuing accreditation (the maximum amount allowed).

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing (last visit February 2009) and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE, phone 202-887-6791), last visit October, 2008 with a decision to grant continuing accreditation for 10 years (maximum allowed).

The BSN program is also accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (404-975-5000). The program sought initial accreditation with NLNAC at the time of the October AD visit. The program was granted initial accreditation for a period of 5 years (maximum allowed).

This can be verified on each of the accrediting bodies websites as well as calling the numbers listed above.



Dr. Anne Loochtan, PhD Channel 11 Interview

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Click on the link below to view Dr. Anne Loochtan’s channel 11 interview regarding the demand for healthcare jobs:

Dr. Anne Loochtan Channel 11 Interview



Ace the Interview @ Toledo Main Library

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library’s Business Technology department presents, Ace the Interview, a free program scheduled from 7-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6 in the Huntington Meeting Room at Main Library, 325 Michigan St. Speaker, James Vanderbrink, a retired Human Resources executive, will teach participants how to prepare for the interview hot seat in this tough economy. Learn how to answer the tough questions, find out the do’s and don’ts of interviewing and gain the confidence you need in order to get the job. For more details, please call 419.259.5209.

Can’t attend? Check out Interviewing Week at Mercy College in November!



Career Development Event

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

Per Mercy College’s agreement with Collegiate EmployNet, a consortium of colleges in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, Mercy College students have been invited to Ohio Northern University’s Fall Career Kaleidoscope on Monday September 14, 2009. 
Students must:
Have a student ID to be admitted
Dress professionally (business suits, etc.)

Details about the event, including a list of recruiters can be found at:

 



Fall 2009 Student Planners

Friday, August 14th, 2009

Toledo Campus:  Student Planners will be available the first week of classes (8/24/09).  Planners will be available at the welcome table in the 3rd floor Jefferson elevator lobby Monday through Wednesday.

Youngtown Site:  Student Planners will be available the second week of classes.  Please see Darnell Irvine to obtain your planner.



Palliative Care for CHP Registered Nurses – Available Online

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

The Palliative Care Across the Lifespan from a Uniquely Catholic Perspective will be available online at no charge to a limited number of registered nurses who provide care for patients with life-threatening illnesses in CHP facilities.  The course will be offered October 5-25, 2009.
To Register, Click Here. Determine which CHP Division you work in and select the class that is specific for your Division.  If you have questions, please contact your Division Representative (below).  As you register, use “CHP” as a promotional code to waive the course fee.  A confirmation will be sent to your email.

  • Northern Division (Toledo, Tiffin, Willard, Defiance, Lorain, Lima):
    Contact Patty Beach @ 419-251-4223
  • Central Division (MHP-SWO-Cincinnati, Springfield)
    Contact Karla Shearer @ 513-853-5841
  • Northeast Division (Scranton PA, HMHP-Youngstown, St. Vincent Erie, PA)
    Contact Sue Aulisio @ 570-340-4954
  • Southern Division (MHP Metro, 5 TN hospitals under St. Mary’s, Kentucky, Lourdes and Marcum Wallace)
    Contact Tim Kissel @ 270-415-3692


Register NOW for the Activity Professional Certificate Course!

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

Are you interested in advancing yourself to a new level in the healthcare field? The Activity Professional Certificate Course is for you! There are still seats available.This course prepares you to work in a long-term care, adult day care, assisted living facility senior center or retirement community. (Includes 90-hour Basic Course and 90-hour Practicum).

August 31-November 9, 2009. Cost = $725



Fall 2009 Student Planners

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Toledo Campus:  Student Planners will be available the third week of August.  They will be available in the Student Success Center and at the Mercy College Reception Desk.

Youngstown Site:  Student Planners will be available the second week of classes.



July Medical Terminology Special!

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

Due to the challenging economic conditions, Mercy College Continuing Professional Education wants to support those who are interested in starting a career in healthcare. So in response, we are offering our
Medical Terminology course to you at HALF PRICE!This non-credit 36-hour class normally costs $285 and is being offered to you
for $142.
Class begins on Tuesday, July 7, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.

Please do not wait. You have one week to take advantage of this exceptional offer. To register, go to http://mercycollege.augusoft.net/ and this promotion is listed on the front page. Type in “HALF” as the promotional code at checkout. If you have any questions or need assistance in registering, please call
419-251-1799.