Healthcare Program Manager, Cohort-Based Learning

Penn Foster

Healthcare program manager developing online cohort-based education programs at Penn Foster. Managing Springboard partnership, curriculum, operations, and continuous improvement for workforce-focused healthcare learning.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing healthcare education programs, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and workforce needs. Proficient in curriculum development, project management, and stakeholder communication to enhance learner experiences and program effectiveness.

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Healthcare Education Program ManagementCurriculum DevelopmentCross-Functional Project ManagementAccreditation ComplianceData-Driven Program Improvement

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Hard Skills

Curriculum MappingCompetency AlignmentAssessment DesignResearch and Data AnalysisProgram Metrics MonitoringProject ManagementHealthcare Certification PathwaysLearning Management Systems (LMS)Cohort-Based Learning ProgramsRegulatory Standards Familiarity

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCollaboration

Industry Keywords

HealthcareEducationWorkforce DevelopmentAcademic Quality StandardsExternal Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and launch of new cohort-based healthcare education programs from concept through implementation
Research healthcare workforce trends, certification pathways, and competitive programs to inform program strategy
Partner with instructional designers, faculty, and subject matter experts to develop and enhance curriculum, assessments, and learner experiences
Support curriculum mapping, competency alignment, course sequencing, and assessment design
Ensure instructional content aligns with academic quality standards, workforce needs, and learner outcomes
Serve as the primary day-to-day relationship manager for Penn Foster's partnership with Springboard
Build and strengthen collaborative relationships with external partners
Represent Penn Foster in partner meetings and provide academic expertise and recommendations
Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across Academics, Product, Operations, Learner Experience, Legal, and Compliance teams
Monitor learner performance, completion rates, certification outcomes, and program metrics
Use research and data to recommend enhancements to curriculum, learner engagement, and program effectiveness
Support program launch readiness, ongoing operations, and continuous optimization of cohort-based learning experiences
Ensure programs maintain compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements
Partner with internal stakeholders and cross-functional leadership teams to execute strategic initiatives
Develop presentations, reports, documentation, and communications for internal and external audiences
Manage multiple priorities while responding quickly to changing business needs and partner requests
Communicate recommendations, influence stakeholders, and drive decisions across diverse teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Education, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field
5+ years of experience in healthcare education, academic program management, workforce development, or program development
Experience supporting curriculum development or educational content creation
Experience managing cross-functional projects and external partnerships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong research, analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Experience with online, hybrid, or cohort-based learning programs preferred
Knowledge of healthcare certification pathways and workforce education preferred
Familiarity with accreditation and regulatory standards preferred
Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred
Experience using learner and program data to drive continuous improvement preferred
Ability to complete a role-specific assessment
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements
Completion of employment eligibility verification through Form I-9
Ability to work in a remote, on-camera environment and remain on camera during meetings unless extenuating circumstances apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending
Generous paid time off
Sponsored volunteer opportunities
401K with a company match
Free access to all of our online programs