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1 Beautiful Careers Begin Here Co-Ed Evening & Online Programs Lisa Montgomery 10 B.A. Teacher Education

2 Adult Undergraduate & Graduate Degrees Offered by Midway College Master s Bachelor s Associate Degree Major AA AA AS AS B BS BS M MEd Business Administration Early Childhood Education Medical Assisting Nursing (ADN) Accounting Business Administration Business Administration (Accounting) Criminal Justice Health Care Administration Interdisciplinary Studies Nursing (RN-BSN) Psychology Sport Management Teacher Education Master of Business Administration Master of Education Programs offered vary by locations. Midway College in-seat locations are the main Midway, Kentucky campus or our Lexington location in Hamburg. Consult with an admissions counselor for program format and schedule or courses at each location. In-seat Online Midway College is focused on helping working adults earn or complete a degree in an accelerated format that fits a busy schedule. Many degree programs can be completed in 20 months or less. ASSOCIATE DEGREES A.A. Business Administration Midway College s Associate of Arts in Business Administration degree provides students with basic business administration skills. Courses provide an understanding of business administration methods, accounting, communications, finance and marketing principles. Students can apply these skills as entry-level employees in a variety of organizations including business, government or nonprofit sectors. A.A. Early Childhood Education An associate degree in Early Childhood Education from Midway College prepares you to teach infants and young children during these formative years. During our program, students learn the keys to child assessment, curriculum planning, parent communication, skills for teaching art and literature to children and much more. Most importantly, our students study children; how they operate, what they think and how, as an early childhood educator, you can ensure that they reach their full potential. The Midway College Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education prepares students to achieve goals that model the leadership role of the teacher. Critical outcome components of the degree program are to teach our students to 1) think critically, solve problems and act decisively; 2) demonstrate a deepening knowledge and appreciation of self and others, 3) demonstrate a commitment to diversity, and 4) demonstrate professionalism. The Midway College Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education is offered on the Midway, Kentucky campus and is open to both Women s College and Co-Ed Adult Undergraduate students. A.S. Medical Assisting The Midway College Associate of Science Degree in Medical Assisting program features accelerated instruction and prepares students with an appropriate foundation of skills and knowledge directly applicable to the healthcare support industry. The program emphasizes writing; computer applications; clinical/laboratory procedures; medical vocabulary; structure and function of the human body and biology. The degree is designed for students wishing to enter a multi-skilled profession which involves assisting healthcare practitioners, under direct supervision, in all aspects of medical practice. Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical procedures,

3 The Midway College Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Our program prepares students to become registered nurses and also qualifies those students for admission into a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program. What makes our Nursing program special? We offer a strong curriculum and team-taught classroom theory, as well as concentrated, supervised laboratory and clinical experiences in several health care agencies in central Kentucky. But what s really special is our dedicated faculty who train our students the nurses of tomorrow. Admission to the program is selective. CHELOR DEGREES Maggie Moore 12 ADN & B.S. Nursing assist with patient care management and often conduct managerial functions. Students who successfully complete this program may be eligible for national credentialing. Midway College s Associate of Science in Medical Assisting degree program is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Accreditation by ABHES signifies that the institution has met the eligibility criteria and evaluation standards of ABHES as evidenced during its most recent on-site review and continues to comply with the policies and procedures for maintenance of accreditation as established by ABHES. This program is offered 100 percent online or in a blended format. Students living within a reasonable distance (2-hour drive) of Midway College are expected to attend a clinical skills lab on campus prior to beginning Externship. A.S. Nursing (ADN) With an aging population, medical advances, and an ever growing need for health care services, the nursing profession continues to grow and needs well-trained caregivers. For students, nursing offers tremendous career potential. Midway College s Nursing program is regarded as one of the best in the state of Kentucky. The proof is in this amazing fact: 97 percent of our Nursing students are hired before they even graduate and 100 percent after graduation! B.B.A. Accounting Midway College s Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting is designed to prepare learners for leadership positions in the fast growing and challenging field of accounting. Accounting professionals perform vital functions for their clients or organizations by offering an increasingly wide array of services. Midway s accounting degree meets the course requirements to sit for the CPA and CMA exams. Kentucky, along with most other states, requires candidates who sit for the CPA exam to have completed a baccalaureate degree with 27 semester hours of accounting courses. Kentucky also requires 150 semester hours and one year of professional accounting experience to be fully licensed as a CPA. Students can earn these additional credit hours in undergraduate or graduate courses at Midway College. B.A Business Administration Midway College s Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration prepares graduates as competent professionals ready to enter the business, government or nonprofit arenas with a solid working knowledge of the core skills of leadership, management, quantitative analysis and strategy. Our students will master skills in the areas of leadership, team building, and human relations. Students in the Business Administration program can also choose to do an area of concentration in accounting. B.S. Criminal Justice The field of Criminal Justice is broad. From local law enforcement to federal level investigative bureaus, the need for trained and skilled professionals continues to grow. Midway College s Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice prepares learners to manage activities related to law enforcement, corrections and courts. This is a strong skills development and training program to prepare students to succeed at any level within the criminal justice system. Our coursework places a strong emphasis on criminal investigations and understanding the entire criminal justice system from cause of criminal

4 activity to the court processes and incarceration. Course subjects include correctional systems structure and processes; psychological, historical and societal issues of terrorism; interviewing and interrogation; forensic and abnormal psychology; courts and court procedures; and more. Each student will present a capstone project as the culmination of their learning during the program, applying the knowledge to specific criminal justice areas of interest. B.A. Health Care Administration The Midway College Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Administration degree focuses on the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to assume leadership or management roles in the healthcare industry. The program gives students a broad knowledge of health care policy and financing, as well as leadership and management methods and technologies. Career options include emergency medical services coordinator, health consultant, hospital comptroller, occupational safety and health inspector, public health statistician, hospital personnel director, public health inspector, and social welfare administrator. B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies The Midway College Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree program prepares students to meet the needs of today s employers by emphasizing the following: strong oral and written communication skills, critical thinking, technology and information literacy, and global awareness. This major provides an alternative for baccalaureate degree-seeking students whose needs cannot be met by other individual majors. The Midway College Interdisciplinary Studies Program allows flexibility for students to design a degree program that is relevant to their academic interests and career objectives. B.S. Nursing (RN-BSN) Midway College s Nursing program is regarded as one of the best in the state of Kentucky. Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed for working registered nurses. Students entering the RN-BSN degree program are RNs who have previously earned either an associate degree or diploma in nursing and have a current Kentucky RN license. This program consists of the upper division level course work necessary to complete the baccalaureate degree in 12 months in a blended format, which means most of the courses are completely online with some in-seat instruction. Midway College s Nursing program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN). B.A. Psychology Psychology involves the scientific study of individual behavior and mental processes. The Midway College Psychology Bachelor of Arts degree is a generalist program emphasizing the breadth of psychology. Completion of this degree program provides education for students who wish to pursue graduate study in the subfields of psychology (e.g., counseling, child development, or educational psychology). Students are also prepared for entry-level occupations in human services including therapeutic, industrial, educational, or governmental positions. Unique aspects of the psychology degree program include a one-semester practicum in a community agency and a capstone senior seminar in which students produce original research. B.A. Sport Management Midway College s Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management degree prepares students for managing sport programs in a variety of settings: business, community, public, or private. Students will earn a well-rounded education that integrates sport industry knowledge with the fundamentals of management, marketing, accounting, and finance. The job market for graduates includes positions in college athletic departments, professional sport organizations, sport governing bodies, event and facility management, ticket sales, public relations, sport marketing and more. The Midway College Sport Management program is offered completely online but valuable hands-on opportunities are available through internships, field trips and special events to enhance the learning experience.

5 B.A. Teacher Education You can realize your goal of becoming an educator through Midway College s Teacher Education programs. Midway has an excellent reputation for developing leaders in the classroom and prides itself on a perfect record 100 percent of Midway College teacher education students receive their provisional licensure after graduation! As a student enrolled in our programs for education, you ll learn from experienced faculty members committed to your success as a student and as a future teacher. Our teacher degree programs combine a solid curriculum with practical, hands-on experience. You can earn your degree in Elementary (P-5), Middle School (5-9), Secondary (English, Biology, Mathematics) or teaching to students with learning and behavior disorders. With Midway College, you can start today to make a difference in the lives of students tomorrow. This program is accredited and leads to certification in the state of Kentucky. Areas of concentration include: Elementary (P-5) Learning & Behavior Disorders (LBD) Middle School (5-9) Secondary Education Biology English Mathematics Certifications: Middle School in English, Math, Science or Social Studies Secondary in Biology, English, Math or Learning and Behavior Disorders (LBD) MASTER DEGREES M Master of Business Administration If you re looking to increase your chances of mobility in your chosen field, consider a Master of Business Administration. Our M program is designed to prepare students to play a leadership role in the rapidly changing, technologicallyadvanced global marketplace. Our program will develop students competencies in the areas of organizational leadership, strategy, law, finances and more. As a student of this program, you will be encouraged to analyze business problems and test generally accepted theories, best practices and leadership/management skills. Then, you will be encouraged to translate what you learn into effective corporate policies. The Midway College M is available in-seat or online so students have flexibility. All students develop and present a capstone project at the end of the program. La Tasha Jackson, 13 B.A. Sport Management Co-Manager Kroger Co. M.Ed Master of Education Midway College s Master of Education (M.Ed) Teacher Leader Program is designed for teachers desiring to continue to serve in teaching positions while developing leadership skills to help themselves and others become effective teachers and create positive learning environments. Our teacher leader program focuses on preparing teachers to use student performance data to make curricular, instructional and assessment decisions to improve curriculum, instruction and assessment practices in their schools. The program also prepares candidates to serve as change agents who improve student performance as well as school culture and climate. The 30-hour M.Ed Teacher Leader Program provides opportunities for candidates to earn a master s degree with a teacher leader endorsement and Rank II status. Teachers currently holding Rank II certifications may also earn a Teacher Leader endorsement by completing the Teacher Leader core courses (15 hours). The Midway College Master of Education (M.Ed) program is delivered in a blended format with the majority of the coursework online and a few on campus meetings.

6 Accreditation Midway College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of Midway College. (Revised Feb. 2013) About Midway College Midway College, located in Midway, Kentucky, is a multi-dimensional institution granting associate, baccalaureate and master s degrees. The institution was founded in 1847 as the first school in the United States to serve orphaned and disadvantaged women. Today, Midway College is a leader in providing educational opportunities for men and women who wish to continue their education. Many programs are offered in an accelerated format where students attend classes one or two evenings per week, in-seat or online anytime. Our residential, undergraduate campus in Midway remains Kentucky s only women s college providing a unique learning and living opportunity for undergraduate women seeking their associate or bachelor degrees. If you are interested in our women s college programs call or admissions@midway.edu. Financial aid is available to all students who qualify. Yellow ribbon scholarships are available to eligible students. Mission Statement Midway College shapes and inspires the lives of students in Kentucky s only college for women and in coeducational undergraduate and graduate programs through a student-centered, global education that leads to rewarding careers and responsible citizenship (adopted November 7, 2013). Values Midway College fosters core values shared by the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and reflect the beliefs of our founder, Dr. L.L. Pinkerton. These values include: Valuing the dignity of all people Providing service to others Acting with integrity and responsibility Pursuing life-long learning Viewing self as part of the community Living life within a global context The nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) , Fax (404) ( The Associate Degree Nursing Program also has full approval by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN), 212 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300, Louisville, Kentucky, 40222, (502) , FAX (502) ( Midway College s Associate of Science in Medical Assisting is now accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Accreditation by ABHES signifies that the institution has met the eligibility criteria and evaluation standards of ABHES as evidenced during its most recent on-site review and continues to comply with the policies and procedures for maintenance of accreditation as established by ABHES. Notice of Non-Discrimination Midway College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other College-administered programs or in its employment practices. In conformity with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C and its implementing regulation at C.F.R. Part 106, it is also the policy of Midway College not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. The admission of women only in the Traditional Day Programs is in conformity with a provision of the Act. For additional information, contact the College s Title IX Coordinator: Director of Human Resources, 11 Pinkerton Hall, 512 E. Stephens St., Midway, KY 40347,