Associate Degree in Nursing Education

Graduates of the Associate Degree in Nursing Education program are accountable, adaptable generalists prepared with the knowledge and skills to enter the practice of nursing at an advanced beginner level in a variety of settings, continue their professional development through to proficient and expert levels, and advance their education to the baccalaureate in nursing level. After successful completion of the Associate program, the student becomes eligible to apply for the Registered Nurse NCLEX examination and upon successful completion of that examination, may apply for their Registered Nurse license.

Associate of Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties

This program prepares students for entry-level employment as medical assistants with billing/coding, and laboratory skills. The student is also prepared for a career as an entry-level pharmacy technician, nursing assistant, home health aide, and as a medical receivables and coding professional. Objectives of the program include preparing students for possible certification or licensing in the various medical specialties, as well as gaining employment in many medical fields.

Associate of Occupational Studies in Surgical Technologist

This program prepares students to assume entry-level positions as members of a healthcare surgical team. Employment opportunities are available in hospitals and in surgical centers as surgical technologists. The surgical technologist works under the direct supervision of the circulating nurse in the operating room. The surgical technologist assists with surgical procedures and provides the surgeon with instruments, sutures, sponges, and other equipment necessary to accomplish the procedures. All clinical externships are performed in the daytime.

Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration

The Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration (BSNA) program is designed as a degree completion program to enhance career opportunities for practicing Registered Nurses. This program prepares students with the appropriate academic skills for entry-level and nurse supervisory positions in the healthcare field. Because this program prepares students to assume healthcare supervisory positions rather than additional clinical responsibilities, no clinical hours are required and applicants must have a valid RN credential.

Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration with Clinical Nurse Educator Emphasis

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Administration (BSNA) program is designed as a degree completion program to enhance career opportunities for practicing Registered Nurses. This program prepares students with the appropriate academic skills for entry-level and nurse supervisory positions in the healthcare field. Because this program prepares students to assume healthcare supervisory positions rather than additional clinical responsibilities, no clinical hours are required and all applicants must have a valid RN credential.

Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration with Community Health Nurse Emphasis

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Administration (BSNA) program isdesigned as a degree completion program to enhance career opportunities for practicing Registered Nurses. This program prepares students with the appropriate academic skills for entry-level and nurse supervisory positions in the healthcare field. Because this program prepares students to assume healthcare supervisory positions rather than additional clinical responsibilities, no clinical hours are required and all applicants must have a valid RN credential.

The Community Health Nurse emphasis prepares graduates to provide healthcare to diverse population groups within a community setting. The program is designed to prepare graduates to be consultants and collaborators who work with clients in high-risk, vulnerable, and under-served populations and to create and implement health promotion and disease prevention programs that make a difference in health outcomes.

Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration with Nurse Case Manager Emphasis

Bachelor of Science Completion in Nursing Administration with Nursing Informatics Emphasis

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Administration (BSNA) program is designed as a degree completion program to enhance career opportunities for practicing Registered Nurses. This program prepares students with the appropriate academic skills for entry-level and nurse supervisory positions in the healthcare field. Because this program prepares students to assume healthcare supervisory positions rather than additional clinical responsibilities, no clinical hours are required and all applicants must have a valid RN credential.

The Nurse Informatics emphasis provides nurses with technology solutions to support evidence-based practice to improve patient care.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is designed to provide healthcare practitioners and others with the skills and competencies to function as supervisors and managers in healthcare settings, or in a business environment requiring management skills. This program is designed to help the professional meet increasing responsibilities. The curriculum provides a working foundation in management and interpersonal skills, while at the same time introducing the student to the healthcare delivery system and to business challenges with varied issues. Graduates are not only better prepared to assume increased management responsibilities, but to do so with a better understanding of the complex system in which they work.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration with Gerontology Emphasis

Designed to provide healthcare practitioners and others with the skills and competencies to function as supervisors and managers in healthcare settings or in a business environment requiring management skills. This program is designed to help the professional meet increasing responsibilities. The curriculum provides a working foundation in management and interpersonal skills, while at the same time introducing the student to the healthcare delivery system and to business challenges with varied issues. Graduates are not only better prepared to assume increased management responsibilities, but to do so with a better understanding of the complex system in which they work. Students are prepared to work in entry-level management and accounting positions in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and related businesses.

Students earning an emphasis in gerontology often work with clients and patients one-on-one. Gerontology professionals work in a variety of fields that address the health, nutritional, financial, and social needs of the senior population.

Master of Science in Healthcare Administration

The Healthcare Administration graduate program is designed to provide education and research activities that will teach the student to develop or recognize opportunities to make health service delivery more effective or efficient. Students enrolled in the program will receive instruction on processes for evaluating and improving health policy.

Master of Science in Nursing Administration

The Nursing Administration graduate program prepares nurses for administrative leadership and management roles in managed care, home healthcare, long-term care, professional and other health-related organizations. Program content focuses on management and organizational theory, ethical and legal issues and healthcare delivery systems, as well as health policy, information systems, and the management of human, material, and fiscal resources. Students seeking admission to this program must hold a valid Registered Nurse license.