Why choose one of the Mount’s pre-professional programs or certificate options?
Studying a pre-professional or certificate program at Mount Aloysius is a great way to get the base knowledge you’ll need to continue your education in your desired field at an affordable price. We have cultivated a variety of agreements where the classes you take here at the Mount will transfer 100% to our partner institutions, and based on your success here, many of these institutions set aside seats in their programs guaranteed for a number of our students.
If you have questions about any of these programs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our admissions team. They would be happy to provide you with additional information or to answer any questions you might have. Email them at: admissions@mtaloy.edu.
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Athletic Training
Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who help athletes prevent, treat, and rehab injuries sustained on and off the playing field.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Science in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Indiana, PA
- Earn your Master of Science Degree in Athletic Training in 2 years
Audiology (Pre)
Audiologists work with patients to help with hearing issues, helping their patients to achieve a better quality of life through diagnosis and treatment.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Salus University in Elkins Park, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Audiology in 4 years
Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Radiography
Cardiac and vascular interventional radiologists assist doctors with minimally invasive, image guided procedures in order to diagnose and treat diseases in the heart and blood vessels.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn an Associate of Science Degree in Medical Imagining – Radiography in 3 years
Continue your education at…
- Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL (online)
- Earn your Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging – Radiography, Cardiac Interventional Radiography in 1 year
- AdventHealth University in Orlando, FL (online)
- Earn your Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging – Radiography, Vascular Interventional Radiography in 1 year
Chiropractic (Pre)
Chiropractors treat problems related to the musculoskeletal system using techniques like manual therapy and spinal manipulation, among others.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology in 3 years
Continue your education at…
- Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA
- Earn your Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine in 2 years
- Northeast College of Health Sciences in Seneca Falls, NY
- Earn your Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine in 2 years
- Sherman College of Chiropractic in Boiling Springs, SC
- Earn your Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine in 2 years
Dental (Pre)
Dentists are specialized healthcare professionals that diagnose and treat oral health conditions like tooth decay and gum disease.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Lake Erie College of Medicine (LECOM) in Bradenton, FL
- Earn your Doctor of Dental Medicine in 4 years
Medical Lab Science
Medical laboratory scientists collect and test samples to diagnose diseases and disorders.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 3 years
Continue your education at…
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, PA
- Earn your Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science in 1 year
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine technologists are trained to use radioactive drugs to perform tests for diagnosis and medical research.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn an Associate of Science Degree in Medical Imaging in 2 years, and spend an additional year taking classes to prepare you to move on
Continue your education at…
University of Findlay in Findlay, OH
- Earn your Certificate in Nuclear Medicine in 1 year
Occupational Therapy (Pre)
Occupational therapists work with patients to increase their ability to do daily activities. You have two options for your occupational therapist education:
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Leadership in Healthcare in 3 years
Continue your education at…
Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA
- Earn your Master of Occupational Therapy in 2 years
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Leadership in Healthcare in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Salus University in Elkins Park, PA
- Earn your Master of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2 years
Optometry (Pre)
Optometrists monitor eye health with regular exams and help patients to see the world more clearly.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 3 or 4 years
Continue your education at…
Salus University in Elkins Park, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Optometry in 4 years
Orthotics & Prosthetics (Pre)
Orthotists help patients by fitting them for personalized braces and splints after injury, disease, or other disorders have affected their bones, muscles, or nerves. Prothestists make and fit artifical limbs for people with disabilities. Both professions work directly with patients to provide much-needed care in a variety of settings.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Salus University in Elkins Park, PA
- Earn your Master of Science in Orthotics & Prosthetics in 3 years
Osteopathic Medicine (Pre)
Doctors of osteopathic medicine practice in all medical specialities. Many primary care physicians, pediatricians, OBGYNs, and emergency medical professionals have studied osteopathic medicine.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Lake Erie College of Medicine (LECOM) in Erie, PA, Greensburg, PA, Bradenton, FL, or Elmira, NY
- Earn your Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine in 4 years
Pharmacy (Pre)
Pharmacists prepare, dispense, and manage medications for their patients. They can also provide pharmaceutical advice and guidance for over-the-counter medications. You have several options for pursuing a degree in pharmacy:
Your time at the Mount…
Earn an Associate of Science Degree in Natural Science in 2 years
Continue your education at…
Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Pharmacy in 4 years
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 3 or 4 years
Continue your education at…
- Lake Erie College of Medicine (LECOM) in Erie, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Pharmacy in 4 years
- Lake Erie College of Medicine (LECOM) in Bradenton, FL
- Earn your Doctor of Pharmacy in 3 years
Physical Therapy (Pre)
Physical therapists help manage injuries related to your bones, muscles, brain and nerves, heart, lungs, and skin.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Science in 4 years
Continue your education at…
- Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2 or 3 years
- Neumann University in Aston, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2 years
- Seton Hill University in Greensburg, PA
- Earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2 years
Physician Assistant (Pre)
Physician’s assistants, or PAs, are licensed clinicians who work in every medical specialty and setting. They are well-trained, and often can sit in on appointments in place of a doctor.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology in 3 years
Continue your education at…
- Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA
- Earn your Master of Physician Assistant Science in 2 years
- Mercy University in Brox, New York, NY
- Earn your Master of Physician Assistant Science in 2 years
Podiatry (Pre)
Podiatrists diagnose and treat problems with your feet, ankles, and lower legs.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 4 years
Continue your education at…
Lake Erie College of Medicine (LECOM), PA
- Earn your Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 4 years
Radiation Therapy (Pre)
Radiation therapists work with oncologists to treat patients with cancer and other diseases to administer radiation treatments.
Your time at the Mount…
Earn an Associate of Science Degree in Medical Imaging in 2 years, then spend an additional year taking classes in preparation to move on
Continue your education at…
Washburn University (online) in Topeka, KS
- Earn your Certificate of Radiation Therapy in 1 year