Pre-Professional Programs
The Liberal Arts and the Professions
As a Hanover student, we'll provide you with an opportunity to prepare for a career or to further your education in graduate or professional school. We do this through a challenging and rigorous liberal arts education and pre-professional programs that will equip you with practical knowledge, a variety of perspectives, as well as skills and experience essential for your post-graduate life.
A liberal arts education will help you realize your potential as a human being and citizen, and equip you to succeed in various public and private vocations. As the national and global economy changes, there is a greater demand for liberal arts graduates; for people who are creative and flexible, able to solve problems, make sound judgments and communicate effectively. Hanover graduates are able to do those things and are in demand by employers and graduate schools alike.
We encourage all our students to participate in one of our pre-professional programs – programs that illustrate in concrete and practical terms the connections between the liberal arts and professions, and that offer practical job experiences. These programs combine courses, seminars, workshops, small-group and one-to-one sessions, internships, intensive advising, relevant co-curricular experiences and volunteer activities, and structured opportunities for you to work with alumni who have been successful in their professions.
Center for Business Preparation
The Center for Business Preparation (CBP) is a distinctive program that will prepare you for a career in business. Designed to provide an experiential learning environment that will build on a liberal arts foundation, you'll develop communication abilities, critical thinking skills and an understanding of multiple perspectives in a context that emphasizes social responsibility. The curriculum integrates concepts and strategies used in the business environment through case studies, applications in projects and internships and participation from business professionals. You can find detailed information about the program in the business course listings.
Teacher Certification
If you're interested in pursuing teacher certification, contact the Education Department during your first year at Hanover College.
Law or Healthcare Careers
Thinking about a career in law or heathcare? Hanover maintains a special system of advising if you choose to pursue pre-law, pre-dental or pre-medical studies. Our carefully designed curricular programs can help you qualify for entrance into dental, law, or medical schools. If you're considering a career in nursing or medical technology, we can help you prepare for entrance into such programs after two years or after completing your bachelor's degree at Hanover College. Contact the Pre-Law Studies or Health Careers Advisory Group or the Career Center for further information.
Career Connections Program
The Career Connections Program (CCP) will provide you with the opportunity to investigate a number of different career paths. Each CCP includes career exploration, academics, co-curricular activities, and work experience/internship. You can find more detailed information under The Career Center section of the Catalog.
