6 Career Opportunities After Completing an Associate Degree Program

Explore the career opportunities available through an associate degree program, including nursing, radiologic technology, surgical technology, occupational therapy assistant, liberal arts, and general studies.

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Jobs That You Can Get With a Healthcare Degree

A healthcare degree is often viewed as a ticket to a world of opportunities that extend far beyond the confines of hospitals and clinics. As the healthcare industry continues to […]

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Jobs That You Can Get With a Healthcare Degree

A healthcare degree is often viewed as a ticket to a world of opportunities that extend far beyond the confines of hospitals and clinics. As the healthcare industry continues to […]

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Reasons to Get a Medical Certificate in 2025

Do you have questions about a medical certificate? Read this blog to learn more about reasons to get a medical certificate in 2025.

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Qualities to Look for in a Nursing Program

Do you have questions about nursing programs? Read this blog to learn more about qualities to look for in a nursing program and how Maria College can help you.

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Why Nursing is a Rewarding Career

The month of May is National Nurses Month, as May 6-12 is recognized as National Nurses Week! Maria College and its community prides itself on being compassionate with a strong commitment to service and hospitality. As these qualities are deeply rooted in the nursing profession and in line with Maria’s mission, we would like to highlight how pursuing a career in nursing here at Maria would prove to be a rewarding career. In her blog post, Jessica Napoli-McNally, DNP, FNP-BC, CNEcl, Associate Dean of Nursing, RN-BS Completion Programs, and Director of Clinical Experiences, details what got her into the healthcare profession, what motivates her to keep coming to work each day, and what advice she has to those who are thinking about pursuing a career in nursing.

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Pacem in Terris and Mercy Ethics in Action

In our ongoing commitment to the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, we at Maria College commit ourselves to the practice of nonviolence and the ongoing work of recognizing and responding to racial injustice. Our mission comes from the recognition of the sacred value of all people and the assurance that a better world is possible. In her blog post, Chief Mission Officer Dr. Tara Flanagan reflects on people taking action throughout history for social change including anti-racism. She discusses the work of Dr. June Jackson Christmas, one of the first African Americans to graduate from Vassar College and Sr. Mary Riordan, RSM, who served as a teacher through the Jim Crow era of legally sanctioned segregation in the U.S.

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In-person vs. online learning: What’s best for you?

If you have decided to further your education, you have likely inquired whether in-person or online courses are a better option for you, especially if you are already working and/or have family obligations. What suits one person may not suit another. The methodology of teaching and learning that works better for you is a personal decision that considers your schedule, life commitments, learning style, and preferences.

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“Shining Lamps, Giving Light to All Around Us”

In her blog, Dr. Tara Flanagan writes, “On December 12, we join with our worldwide Mercy family in celebrating Foundation Day, honoring the day in 1831, when the order of the Sisters of Mercy was established. Founded by Catherine McAuley, she and two other women, Mary Ann Doyle and Elizabeth Harley, became the first members of the Sisters of Mercy on December 12, 1831, in Dublin, Ireland.” 

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Top 10 Reasons to attend Maria College Open House

Trying to find the perfect school can be overwhelming with so many options to choose from. One way to know that Maria College is right for you is to come to Open House. Sure, you can visit our website or call for information, but how will you get the Maria experience? Here are the top 10 reasons why our Open House can be beneficial to attend!

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