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September 10, 2026
CCP Adds New Programming for Fall
This academic year, Community College of Philadelphia is adding new programs in Education, Communications and more. Learn more about the opportunities these degrees and certificates can bring to your academic journey.
September 10, 2026
CCP Reapproved as Nursing Center of Excellence
Community College of Philadelphia's Nursing program is one of 20 in the country to be chosen this year as a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing.
September 10, 2026
Community College of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania launch Penn-CCP Entrepreneurship Academy with signing ceremony, open house
The Penn-CCP Entrepreneurship Academy is a no-cost, 10-session learning experience for West Philly business owners
August 28, 2026
A lot has Changed in CCP’s Automotive Technology Program
Today, Jason Barnes is the instructor of Community College of Philadelphia’s Medium and Heavy Truck Technology program. But when he enrolled as a CCP student in the late 90s, the Automotive Technologies program looked very different. There wasn’t even a full-fledged Automotive Technology department back then—the program fell under the Physics department as part of Electrical Technologies.
August 19, 2026
Community College of Philadelphia’s Nursing program recognized as 2026 Center of Excellence by National League for Nursing
Community College of Philadelphia is proud to announce that the College’s Nursing program has been recognized as a 2026 Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing. CCP’s Nursing program is one of 20 nursing schools and programs nationwide to receive this year’s honor.
August 11, 2026
Diagnostic Medical Imaging Graduates Achieve 100% Examination Pass Rate for 22nd Consecutive Year
This year, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (DMI) students extended a remarkable feat for the 22nd year: achieving a 100 percent first-attempt credentialing examination pass rate. For more than two decades, every student in the program passed the necessary exams within three months of graduating from the program. This accomplishment is the direct result of a collective effort between faculty, staff, clinical partners, and administration working together toward the common goal of student success.
June 24, 2026
CCP Taught Me Everything: Monica Harmon’s Story
Monica Harmon, Community College of Philadelphia Nursing alum, is connected to countless nursing organizations and institutions across the city. She’s been working in the field for more than two decades now, but her journey in the field started here at CCP.
June 16, 2026
CCP Celebrates Completion of City College for Municipal Employment Initiative’s Second Cohort
On June 1, Community College of Philadelphia celebrated the second cohort of City College for Municipal Employment completers, a new program formed in partnership with the City of Philadelphia, the School District of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Works and CCP.
June 15, 2026
60 Years of CCP Celebrated at Rhythm and RISE
Honorees, including legendary entertainer Patti LaBelle, music and art were some of the highlights of Rhythm and RISE on June 9, which brought guests together at the Main Campus to benefit student success.
June 11, 2026
A night of stars: CCP celebrates 60th anniversary in style at Rhythm and RISE
Philadelphia’s own Patti LaBelle made Rhythm and RISE a night to remember
June 10, 2026
Community College of Philadelphia Board of Trustees proudly promotes four faculty members
Three assistant professor faculty are being promoted to associate professor and one associate professor faculty is being promoted to professor
June 10, 2026
Four Faculty Members Promoted for 2026–2027 Academic Year
Community College of Philadelphia is proud to announce the promotion of four faculty members this year. At the College’s most recent Board of Trustees meeting, those four faculty members were congratulated by the Board and their colleagues.