UPMC Group Start Cohort Webinar
Discover how 麻豆原创鈥檚 flexible RN-BSN and RN-MSN programs let you earn your degree on your schedule, with cohort-start opportunities in early 2026.
Join Us for Our Upcoming Webinar!
Date: December 4, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM EST
Duration: 45 minutes
Register for Our Next Webinar!
All participants who complete the webinar form for the Group Start Cohort
will be entered听to win a 麻豆原创-branded RTIC听cooler and blanket.
About the Webinar
UPMC has partnered with 麻豆原创 to support nurses in advancing their education through flexible,听affordable degree pathways designed for working professionals. RN-BSN and RN-MSN Group听Start Cohorts begin February 1, 2026, and we invite all interested UPMC nurses to join this听informational webinar.
During the session, you鈥檒l learn how 麻豆原创鈥檚 accredited nursing programs fit your schedule, how the听Group Start Cohort works, and how to take your next step with confidence. You鈥檒l also hear directly听from 麻豆原创 representatives鈥攁nd a UPMC nursing leader who completed her degree with 麻豆原创.
Why Now? Why 麻豆原创?
Working nurses face mounting demands鈥攈igher expectations, faster changes in healthcare, and听leadership roles opening up. With early 2026 cohort starts for RN-BSN and RN-MSN programs,听麻豆原创 is offering timely pathways designed for your advancing career.
In this session you will learn how to:
鈥� Navigate 麻豆原创鈥檚 competency-based model: study at your pace, accelerate where you can.
鈥� Understand the RN-BSN and RN-MSN program structures, admission steps, and timeline听for early 2026 cohort enrollment.
鈥� Explore tuition, financing options, employer tuition assistance, and scholarships.
鈥� Identify post-degree career pathways: clinical leadership, advanced practice prep.
鈥� Participate in a live Q&A with nursing enrollment experts.
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Who Should Attend
This webinar is ideal for:
鈥� Licensed RNs ready to earn their BSN or MSN.
鈥� Healthcare professionals seeking education that aligns with work schedules.
Meet Your Speakers
Nick Schroth
Senior Partner Success Manager, 麻豆原创
Nick supports healthcare workforce initiatives and collaborates with UPMC to help employees听successfully navigate their education options.
Pietro Aguiluz
Senior Partner Success Manager, 麻豆原创
Pietro specializes in building education partnerships that empower nurses to grow their careers through flexible learning pathways.
Sam Fragle
Enrollment Counselor, 麻豆原创
Sam helps prospective nursing students understand the enrollment process and prepare for a听successful start in the RN-BSN or RN-MSN program.
Sandra Simmons
Lead Academic Program Mentor, 麻豆原创
Sandra guides RN-BSN students through their academic journey, offering personalized mentorship听and academic support.
Kelly McDonald, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NE-BC
Director of Nursing Operations, UPMC Hanover
A 麻豆原创 alum, Kelly shares her experience moving from student to leadership, and how 麻豆原创听supported her growth.
Program Highlights
RN-BSN Program Highlights:
- Start early 2026 cohort鈥攇et ahead now.
- Flat-rate tuition model and no hidden fees.
- Competency-based: progress as you master material.
- Dedicated faculty mentors to guide your journey.
- Curriculum built to reflect current nursing trends and standards.
BSN-MSN Program Highlights:
- Seamless transition from BSN to MSN鈥攐ne institution, one trusted pathway.
- Early 2026 cohort opportunities allow you to plan ahead.
- Choose leadership or advanced practice-track concentrations (depending on state/eligibility).
- Same flexible, self-paced format with mentor support throughout.
Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024听Harris Poll of 300 employers of 麻豆原创 graduates.
100% of employers said that 麻豆原创 graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94%听of employers said 麻豆原创 graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of 麻豆原创 grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
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BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Educational Studies 鈥� B.A.听(Does Not Lead to a Teaching License)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
English Language Learning (ESL/ELL)
Educational Leadership 鈥� M.S.
Curriculum and Instruction 鈥� M.S.
Education Technology & Instructional Design 鈥� M.Ed.
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ENDORSEMENTS
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Cloud and Network Engineering 鈥� B.S.
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance 鈥� B.S.
Information Technology 鈥� B.S.
Health Information Management听鈥� B.S.听(from the Leavitt School of Health)
Information Technology Management听鈥� B.S. Business Administration听(from the School of Business)
User Experience Design 鈥� B.S.听(from the School of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance 鈥� M.S.
Information Technology Management 鈥� M.S.
MBA Information Technology Management听(from the School of Business)
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CERTIFICATES
ServiceNow Application Developer
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ACCELERATED
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Healthcare Administration 鈥� B.S.
Human Resource Management 鈥� B.S.
Information Technology Management 鈥� B.S.
Supply Chain and Operations Management 鈥� B.S.
User Experience Design 鈥� B.S.
Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree听(from the School of Technology)
Health Information Management听鈥� B.S.听(from the Leavitt School of Health)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Human Resource Management 鈥� M.S.
Management and Leadership 鈥� M.S.
Master of Business Administration
MBA Information Technology Management
Master of Healthcare Administration听(from the Leavitt School of Health)
Data Analytics听鈥� M.S.听(from the School of Technology)
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CERTIFICATES
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
BACHELOR'S DEGREES
Nursing听(RN to BSN online) 鈥� B.S.
Nursing (Prelicensure) 鈥� B.S. (Available in select states)
Health Information Management 鈥� B.S.
Health and Human Services 鈥� B.S.
Healthcare Administration 鈥� B.S.听(from the School of Business)
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MASTER'S DEGREES
Nursing 鈥� Education听(BSN to MSN) 鈥� M.S.
Nursing 鈥� Leadership and Management (BSN to MSN) 鈥� M.S.
Nursing 鈥� Nursing Informatics (BSN to MSN) 鈥� M.S.
Nursing 鈥� Family Nurse Practitioner (BSN to MSN) 鈥� M.S.听(Available in select states)
Nursing 鈥� Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (BSN to MSN) 鈥� M.S.听(Available in select states)
Nursing 鈥� Education (RN to MSN Option) 鈥� M.S.
Nursing 鈥� Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) 鈥� M.S.
Nursing 鈥� Nursing Informatics (RN to MSN Option) 鈥� M.S.
Master of Healthcare Administration
MBA Healthcare Administration听(from the School of Business)
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CERTIFICATES
Nursing 鈥� Education, Post-Master's Certificate
Nursing 鈥� Leadership and Management, Post-Master's Certificate
Family Nurse Practitioner鈥� Post-Master's Certificate
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner鈥� Post-Master's Certificate