Bucks County Community College announced the launch of the new Weekend College Program, beginning Aug. 23. Students who enroll in the Weekend College option will be prepared for a new and in-demand career while quickly and affordably accelerating their path to the workforce or a four-year university. Programs start at $600 per course; financial aid, scholarships and payment plans are available.
Bucks County Community College is launching the Weekend College option in the following disciplines:
– Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
– Associate of Science in Health Science
– Paralegal Studies Certificate
“In as few as 11 months, the ABA-approved Weekend College Paralegal Certificate program will prepare individuals with the practical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the high-demand, high-earning potential paralegal field,” said Greg Luce, dean of Business and Innovation.
These accelerated cohorts will meet Fridays and Saturdays using a hybrid model for students’ needs for flexibility. Enrolled students will be able to learn from and work with industry experts while participating in networking events with local employers, alums and students. Additional opportunities will be offered through dinners and breakfasts with faculty and guest speakers. Workshops will also be provided for students, focusing on career development, interviewing skills, resume building and more. Financial aid and scholarships are readily available.
“Bucks is already well-known for developing successful graduates who are fully prepared for gainful employment throughout our region. That said, we fully acknowledge the reality that some potential students simply cannot afford to give up time during the workweek to acquire the skills necessary for advancement to the next level. This program addresses that need and provides a flexible pathway for these students to pursue their dreams on their schedule,” said Jody Seutter, interim associate provost and AVP, Academic Affairs.
“The nursing profession is a well-respected, high-demand career. Students are getting recruited even before they graduate from our program. We are well-known for developing successful graduates who pass the licensure exam and are respected employees of a great variety of institutions in the county,” said Dr. Connie Corrigan, dean, Health Sciences.
“A criminal justice degree from Bucks prepares you for the workforce or to transfer to a four-year college or university. This program offers you the opportunity to earn your degree in an accelerated time frame while learning from and working with experts in the field,” said Samantha Gross, dean, Social and Behavioral Science.
Classes are now forming for the Weekend College cohort that begins Aug. 23. Interested students can learn more by visiting bucks.edu/weekend or contacting weekendcollege@bucks.edu. Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.
