Oklahoma
Autry Technology Center
1201 West Willow
Enid, OK 73703
580.242.2750
http://careers.autrytech.edu/Health/Nursing.aspx
Practical Nursing
This program combines clinical and classroom experiences covering all aspects of nursing necessary for graduates to be eligible to apply for the national licensing exam for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is trained to provide routine nursing care and allowed to perform more complex tasks only under the direction of a registered nurse or a doctor. They bring their caring, sympathetic natures to hospitals, home health care services, nursing care facilities, physicians’ offices and other health care providers and agencies.
Caddo Kiowa Technology Center
PO Box 190
Fort Cobb, OK 73038
405-643-5511
http://caddokiowa.publishpath.com/lpn
Practical Nursing
•Work with healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care in a variety of fast-paced medical environments
•Experience in-depth curriculum with relevant simulated and clinical instruction
•Develop the medical skills, terminology and confidentiality required by all health care professionals
Canadian Valley Technology Center
El Reno Campus
6505 East Highway 66
El Reno, OK 73036-9117
405.262.2629
http://www.cvtech.edu/practical-nursing
Practical Nursing
•Deliver high quality patient care working alongside medical professionals
•Experience rigorous curriculum with relevant clinical instruction in a variety of settings
•Perform advanced medical procedures while utilizing therapeutic communication and critical thinking
This program is accredited by Oklahoma Department of CareerTech and approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
Carl Albert State College
1507 S. McKenna
Poteau, OK 74953
918-647-1200
http://www.carlalbert.edu/index.php?id=800
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Carl Albert State College nursing program is a NLNAC accredited two-year program with a curriculum designed to prepare the graduate to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed as a Registered Nurse. Admission into the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing is competitive. One (1) class of students is admitted yearly to the program. Each new class begins in the Fall semester. Applications are available from the Health Sciences Division October 1st of each year and the application process must be completed by February 1st. Late applicants are considered on a space available basis.
Connors State College
Main Campus
Rt. 1 Box 1000
Warner, OK 74469
(918) 463-2931
http://connorsstate.edu/nursing/
Associate Degree in Nursing
Welcome to the Connors State College Department of Nursing. This associate degree program began in Warner, OK in 1984 with the admission of 20 students. Since that time, we have been very successful (see NCLEX-RN Pass Rates) and extended the program to include the Muskogee Downtown campus. The Nursing Program consolidated to the one campus in Muskogee in 2009. In late 2009, the program moved to Connors West Campus (as it is now known) sharing resources with Northeastern State University. We are currently admitting 48 students in August and in January. For information on admission and curriculum, and for an application, see Connors State College Nursing Program Advisement Material. Connors also has a Career Ladder program for LPN’s and Paramedics. Career Ladder students who meet admission criteria are allowed to enter the program beginning with a transition course (see Career Ladder Advisement Material) offered in a summer entry or a fall entry.
The success of this program is related to several factors:
•To begin with, the faculty are excellent and offer a wide variety of expertise in the nursing field (see Meet the Faculty).
•The support course faculty do a wonderful job of preparing students for the nursing program, and administrators are very supportive.
•Small class size allows for more individualized instruction than is afforded in larger colleges and universities.
•The curriculum is designed to move from simple-to-complex.
•The curriculum is tried and proven, and is evaluated on a regular basis for accuracy and currency of content.
•The school has an excellent relationship with the clinical facilities, so that students are able to gain a variety of valuable hands-on experiences.
•From the first semester of the program through the last, students are prepared for the NCLEX-RN through application-style testing.
•Progress is benchmarked at intervals with exams provided by Kaplan Nursing Through this process, deficiencies are identified and remediated so that students are continually building a foundation for the next level. For information related to admission and progression, see the Nursing Student Handbook.
Nursing is a wonderfully exciting career, and job opportunities are endless. I will be happy to answer your questions and assist you toward accomplishing your goal of becoming a Registered Nurse.
East Central University
1100 E. 14th Street
Ada, Oklahoma 74820
580-332-8000
http://www1.ecok.edu/colleges/health_sciences/nursing/index.htm
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The ECU Department of Nursing is nationally recognized for its excellence in nursing education. ECU graduates are heavily recruited by health care facilities throughout the central plains and the southwest. The Mission of the ECU Department of Nursing is to offer a high quality baccalaureate nursing program that provides south central and southeast Oklahoma with accessible professionally delivered nursing care. This program prepares graduates to practice professional nursing in a variety of settings in rural, as well as urban, Oklahoma.
RN-BSN
The Department of Nursing offers the BS in Nursing degree to both generic and RN to BSN students at its three campus sites in Ada, Ardmore, and Durant.
Eastern Oklahoma State College
1301 West Main
Wilburton, OK 74578
918.465.2361
http://www.eosc.edu/academics/degree_programs/nursing.aspx
Associate Degree in Nursing
The A.D.N. program at Eastern Oklahoma State College prepares graduates to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree with a major in nursing and are eligible to write the NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) to become a registered nurse. Two years (four semesters) of full time academic study are required to complete the program. One class is admitted each August. Instruction is planned to provide close correlation between theory and practice. Hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, hospice, and home health agencies are utilized for nursing experience.
LPN-RN
This track is available to students who have been practicing as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) or Paramedic. To qualify for admission, one must be a LPN/Paramedic with at least 800 documented hours of nursing work experience and a positive written reference from the present employer. To enter the bridge program, the LPN/Paramedic must pass examinations in nursing fundamentals, obstetrics and pediatrics.
Francis Tuttle Technology Center
12777 N. Rockwell Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73142
405.717.7799
http://www.francistuttle.edu/classOfferings/careerTraining/pathway.aspx?PFID=121
Practical Nursing
The Francis Tuttle Practical Nursing (PN) Program strives to provide our students with an innovative, industry-driven educational experiences that prepare them to provide quality nursing care. Our instructional focus is on the process of learning how to learn. Learning is enhanced in a collaborative environment characterized by active, responsible student involvement and instructors who function as facilitators, experts, and resources. Students are responsible for their own learning. The faculty is responsible for maintaining an expert knowledge base, managing the learning environment to the maximum benefit of the learner, and implementing teaching strategies and methodologies to meet the learning styles of students. Students learn in an environment that features state-of-the-art technology, a large mini-hospital laboratory setting, and a Health Resource Center equipped with traditional and technology resources.
Great Plains Technology Center
4500 W. Lee Blvd
Lawton, Oklahoma 73505
580.355.6371
http://www.greatplains.edu/
Practical Nursing
The traditional, lecture-based option has been offered on our campus since 1971. It is designed for the full-time day student that learns best through teacher led classroom instruction. Thirty students are admitted each June with completion in 12 months.
Langston University
P.O. Box 1500
Langston, OK 73050
877.466.2231
http://www.langston.edu/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The mission of the Langston University School of Nursing and Health Professions is to prepare health care professionals who can provide excellent, culturally appropriate, collaborative care for diverse clients (individuals, families, groups, and communities) across the lifespan with special emphases on minority health and health disparities. The graduate of the Langston University School of Nursing and Health Professions is a scholarly health care professional who participates as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team and provides leadership in assuring that health care is culturally appropriate for clients across the lifespan, with focused attention on health disparities.
Metro Technology Centers
1900 Springlake Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73111-5238
405-424-8324
http://www.metrotech.edu/majors/HCC_Info/PN_Info.html
Practical Nursing
This career major prepares the student to become a licensed practical nurse, an important member of the health care team who works under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist. Students will learn the role of the LPN and how to care for a variety of patients including geriatric, pediatric, oncology, and pre/post operative patients. Students will learn how to identify patient problems, identify appropriate interventions and evaluate nursing care. Graduates of this career major will be eligible take the NCLEX-PN and become licensed through the Board of Nursing.
Mid-America Technology Center
Mailing P.O. Box H
Wayne, Oklahoma 73095
405-449-3391
http://www.matech.edu/full-time-programs/health-science/practical-nursing/about/
Practical Nursing
At Mid-America Technology Center Practical Nurse Program you will find high quality adult educational opportunities. Our exceptionally committed faculty and staff have developed a program that is designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body.Our Practical Nursing students learn in an environment that features state-of-the-art technology including spacious laboratories that mimic the hospital setting. Our patient simulation training along with classroom, and off campus supervised clinical experiences provide students with a strong foundation in which they may build their nursing careers. Our industry driven educational experience prepares students to provide quality heathcare after graduation. This adult program is a full time 11 month course that begins in August and ends with graduation in June. Applications for admission are accepted from February until April each year with specific deadlines.
Mid-Del Technology Center
1621 Maple Drive
Midwest City, OK. 73110
(405) 739-1707
http://middeltech.com/section/?s=1&p=35&sp=33
Practical Nursing
Core Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology as well as Long Term Care Aide are included in this career major. This career major prepares the student to become a licensed practical nurse, an important member of the health care team who works under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist. Students will learn the role of the LPN and how to care for a variety of patients including geriatric, pediatric, oncology, and pre/post operative patients. Students will learn how to identify patient problems, identify appropriate interventions and evaluate nursing care. Graduates of this career major will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN and become licensed through the Board of Nursing.
Moore Norman Technology Center
Franklin Road Campus
4701 12th Avenue NW
73069 Norman, OK
(405) 364-5763 ext. 7260
http://mntechnology.com/classes/career-fields/practical-nursing
Practical Nursing
This career major prepares students to care for ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled patients in hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, private homes, long term care facilities, other medical care facilities, and even clinical research. Duties vary depending on each state’s nurse practice act (regulations). Students provide basic nursing care, perform assessments and administer care to clients under the direct supervision of physicians, dentists or registered nurses.
Murray State College
One Murray Campus
Tishomingo, OK 73460
580-371-2371
http://www.mscok.edu/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=154&Itemid=209
Associate Degree in Nursing
At Murray State College the nursing program is designed to teach the student to be a self- directing, problem-solving practitioner of nursing. The nursing faculty believes that learning is dynamic and occurs within the learner. The student must therefore share responsibility with the faculty for learning progress. Numerous learning opportunities are provided to the student and learning materials are available for study in the audio-tutorial and nursing skills laboratories. The student is expected to take full advantage of these opportunities and materials in studying and practicing nursing care measures. Students perform direct client care activities during clinical laboratory learning experiences scheduled each week. These clinical experiences are carefully planned around current nursing theory.
NEO A&M College
200I Street NE
Miami, OK 74354
888-GO-GO-NEO
http://neo.edu/academics/nursingalliedhealthpe
Associate Degree in Nursing
Welcome to the Nursing, Allied Health (Physical Therapist Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technician), and Physical Education Department at NEO A&M College, where students have the opportunity to learn with both hands-on and classroom experience. NEO has state-of-the-art health education facilities.
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College offers Associate degrees in Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Medical Lab Technician, and Health and Physical Education, which can be used to go directly into the workforce or transfer credits to further your education.
Northeast Technology Center
19901 S. Hwy 69
Afton, OK 74331
(918) 257-8324
http://www.netech.edu/Career-Majors.html
Practical Nursing
Opportunities for the Practical Nurse (PN) are abundant and projected to grow. The PN works under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician or dentist. The Practical Nursing Program at Northeast Technology Center prepares students for this rewarding field. This 1463-hour program is open only to those individuals who hold a high school diploma or GED. The program must be completed in 15 months, and blends classroom and laboratory skills with actual on-the-job experience in clinical settings. Individuals who successfully complete the course will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN for licensure.
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah Campus
600 N. Grand Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464
(918) 456-5511
http://academics.nsuok.edu/healthprofessions/DegreePrograms/Nursing.aspx
RN-BSN
The Nursing Program offers an online upper-division completion program for individuals already licensed as Registered Nurses, which leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Since its origin in 1982, the RN-BSN program continues to flexibly offer all RNs the opportunity to earn a professional degree. All nursing courses are available online, originating from the Northeastern State University-Muskogee campus, or can be delivered every other week by Video-Conference (VC) to various distance education sites, e.g., NSU-Broken Arrow, Miami, and Ponca City. Consequently, enrollment can be tailored around work, family, and other responsibilities. This is truly a program for the working RN.
Northern Oklahoma College
1220 E. Grand
PO Box 310
Tonkawa, OK 74653
580.628.6200
http://www.noc.edu/nursing-division4
Associate Degree in Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing is offered at Northern Oklahoma College.
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
709 Oklahoma Blvd
Alva, OK 73717
(580) 327-1700
http://www.nwosu.edu/nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Our program has had a 100% pass rate on the national RN licensing examination (NCLEX) for the past two years and we hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) and approval from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN). Our nursing conceptual framework is based on Jean Watson’s caring theory and several other important concepts. You can click on the curriculum tab to find the conceptual framework, philosophy, terminal objectives and curriculum plan. We are very committed to the concept of caring and even hold a Day of Caring each long semester to further facilitate that concept. We also provide Bio-Touch certification training at the advanced level for our students and faculty, as part of our holistic care conceptual thread.
RN-BSN
A program that ENABLES you to be WHO you want to be, WHERE you want to be, and HOW you want to learn! Nursing Courses online - no campus visits necessary! To remain in the nursing program, students must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA, procure professional liability insurance through the Division of Nursing or an approved private source, and achieve a "C" or better in all nursing and science courses. A student's failure to meet any of these standards will result in a review by the nursing faculty. The Northwestern Oklahoma State University Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) and is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Northwestern Oklahoma State University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Oklahoma Baptist University
500 West University
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74804
405.275.2850
http://www.okbu.edu/academics/nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Welcome to the College of Nursing. The College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. The Oklahoma Baptist University College of Nursing is a baccalaureate program for the preparation of a professional nurse. The nursing faculty view nursing as a Christian ministry and as a professional practice. During nursing courses students learn to provide quality nursing care through competent practice. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is qualified to take the national examination for licensure as a registered nurse in a state of choice. The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science degree which combines professional education in theory and practice of nursing with a basic liberal arts education.
Master of Science in Nursing
Building on a professional nursing education at the undergraduate level, the mission of the nursing graduate program at Oklahoma Baptist University is to prepare advanced practice nurses for delivery of health care with diverse populations and leadership roles in rapidly changing health care systems. This is accomplished through the integration of advanced professional knowledge and Judeo-Christian beliefs.
Oklahoma Christian University
2501 E. Memorial Road
Edmond, OK 73013
800.877.5010
http://www.oc.edu/academics/b-s-n-degree-in-nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
International and domestic rotations offer students a range of experiences not available at other nursing schools; Oklahoma Christian’s HonduraServe offers students the opportunity to work with Mission Predisan in Catacamas, Honduras or even in various places throughout Oklahoma City, from one of the state’s largest hospitals to free clinics in downtown Oklahoma City. With the backing of one of the best science faculties in the state, there’s no limit to where Oklahoma Christian nursing school graduates can start their careers. OC’s nursing program has the backing of the best science faculties and facilities in the state. 90% of OC graduates are accepted to medical schools when they meet the respective GPA and MCAT requirements. A competitive field like health care requires an equally competitive nursing degree – something you can definitely expect to find from the Oklahoma Christian program.
Oklahoma City Community College
7777 South May Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73159-4444
405-682-1611
http://www.occc.edu/health/nursing.html
Associate Degree in Nursing
The minimum time period to complete the Nursing Program requirements is five semesters. Students must be accepted into the Nursing Program before they may enroll in major courses. A career in nursing offers challenges, self-satisfaction, and the opportunity to be a member of the interdisciplinary team providing care in various health care settings. NUR 1221: Overview of Nursing, an introductory course, is offered each semester for anyone interested in nursing as a career. The Associate Degree Nursing Program follows a logical and sequential curriculum to provide the educational experiences necessary for entry into nursing practice as a Registered Nurse. The Nursing Program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA, 30326, 404-975-5000, www.nlnac.org. Program graduates are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. Applicants for Oklahoma licensure must meet all state and federal requirements to hold an Oklahoma license to practice nursing. Applicants with one or more felony convictions cannot apply for licensure for at least 5 years after completion of all sentencing terms, including probation and suspended sentences, unless a presidential or gubernatorial pardon is received. Please check with the Nursing Program for additional information. Applications for the Nursing Program, information on the application procedure, and the minimum requirements may be obtained from the Office of Recruitment and Admissions during application periods for fall or spring admission. Deadlines for applying to the Nursing Program are published in the college academic calendar.
LPN-RN
Advanced standing information is available from the Nursing Program for LPNs, Oklahoma licensed paramedics and transfer students with nursing course Credits. Please note that each major nursing course requires the student to travel to various clinical sites. It is the responsibility of each student to provide his/her own transportation to these sites.
Oklahoma City University
2501 N Blackwelder
Oklahoma City, OK 73106-1493
(405) 208-5000
http://www2.okcu.edu/nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
More opportunities for professional nurses exist now than ever, due to the worldwide shortage of Registered Nurses and expanding roles. Nurses work in all types of health care, business and service areas, and at all levels – giving bedside care, running their own practices, and being CEOS of large corporations. Your gateway into nursing is the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), giving you eligibility for Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
RN-BSN
The RN-to-BSN program is for Registered Nurses who want to complete the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Start in August or in January in Oklahoma City (every August in extended sites)! Because of our commitment to addressing the severe shortage of nurses with BSN degrees, all applicants who meet the admission requirements and eligibility criteria are accepted. The Kramer School of Nursing has no waiting list.
Master of Science in Nursing
Full-time or part-time study is available. Most nursing courses are scheduled for 2-4 hours on Thursdays to allow the student to attend school while continuing employment. Business courses in the Nursing Administration track meet one evening a week. All c
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Kramer School of Nursing offers the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) through the following options:
1.The full BSN-to-DNP degree via the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program.
2.A DNP-completion option for nurses who already hold master's degrees in nu
PhD
The Ph.D. degree facilitates achievement of the university mission by preparing expert nurses in the roles of education and research to serve the community, state, and nation in the formation of future nurses and in the advancement of nursing knowledge. W
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
2201 Silver Lake Road
Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74006
(918)335-6219
http://www.okwu.edu/undergrad/school-of-nursing/
RN-BSN
Our vision is to be Christ’s hands and heart to touch the world one person, family, and community at a time. The School of Nursing seeks to prepare nurse generalists with knowledge of biological, physical, social and behavioral sciences, enhanced by a background in the humanities and the Christian faith. A unique aspect of nursing education at OKWU is the refinement of knowledge regarding the spiritual dimension of client care and a focus on the whole person as a thinking, feeling, and believing individual.
Oral Roberts University
7777 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74171
918.495.6161
http://www.oru.edu/academics/college_of_nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The mission of the Anna Vaughn College of Nursing is to prepare professionally competent graduates—whole in spirit, mind, and body—who will go into every person's world to address physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health of individuals, families, communities, and populations through the ministry of nursing. The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing provides a broad, general background for professional nursing and a foundation for specialization in graduate study.
RN-BSN
The BSN degree for RNs with an Associate Degree requires 131 credits total: 36 credits, general education; 25 credits, pre-requisite to the major; and 70 credits, nursing courses. It is possible to transfer 90 of the 131 credits: 33 of the 36 general education course credits, 25 of the 25 pre-requisite course credits, and up to 32 credits are awarded for associate degree nursing courses. A Registered Nurse with an Associate Degree in Nursing must complete all general education and pre-requisite courses prior to admission to upper-level nursing courses required for the BSN degree.
Platt College
3100 S. Parker Rd
Aurora, Co 80014
303-369-5151
http://www.plattcolorado.edu/content/school-nursing
Baccalaureate Generalist
The School of Nursing at Platt College prepares employment-ready graduates for diverse professional nursing practice while promoting personal and professional integrity and utilization of evidence to provide competent, safe, high quality, effective care for individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations.
Red River Technology Center
For more information on daytime career pathways and enrollment:
Sylvia Loveday, Counselor
580-255-2903, ext. 230
http://www.rrtc.edu/daytime-programs/practical-nursing/
Practical Nursing
Rewarding and exciting careers in nursing begin with the one-year Practical Nursing program at Red River Technology Center.
Students attend the 12-month Practical Nursing program from July to the following June and attend class Monday through Friday from approximately 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Clinical hours vary from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Redlands Community College
1300 S. Country Club Road
El Reno, Oklahoma 73036-5304
(405) 262-2552
https://www.redlandscc.edu/node/85
Associate Degree in Nursing
Welcome to Redlands Community College's Nursing Program -- NLNAC and OBN accredited! We thread theory and simulation together to help build understanding of the specific content being taught. Simulation has enhanced students understanding, built confidence prior to clinical as to what to do, say, and provide appropriate interventions to the patient. RCC nursing program graduated its first class in 1981. The program is a two year nursing program with new classes beginning in the fall of every year. Students graduate with an Associate in Applied Science Degree and, upon graduation, are eligible to take NCLEX exam to become a Registered Nurse.
LPN-RN
RCC offers options for LPNs attending our nursing program. LPN's with one years experience are given credit for Fundamentals of Nursing. They are required to take Role Transition (3 hour credit) prior to coming into the second semester. LPNs can finish in one and half years if they have all of their general education courses completed.
Rose State College
6420 S.E. 15th Street
Midwest City, OK 73110-2704
405-733-ROSE (7673)
http://www.rose.edu/nursing-science
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Nursing Science Program offered by Rose State College is a two year course of study with two distinct entry options, the Beginning Track and the Career Ladder Track. Classes are offered in a traditional classroom setting, during both day and evening hours, as well as online.
Seminole State College
PO Box 351
Boren Blvd
Seminole OK 74868
405.382.9950
http://www.sscok.edu/Cat9-11degrees/occup/nursing/Nursing.html
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Admission Committee will meet in April to select the members of the fall nursing class. Each applicant will be notified of his/her admission status in writing by the Nursing and Health Sciences Division Chair. Any applicant not selected for admission is encouraged to meet with the Division Chair and/or nursing faculty for advisement and continued planning for possible future admission to the Program. In the event the admissions quota is not met after the stated deadline, there may be additional admissions meetings following the end of the spring semester. All active applications currently on file in the nursing office at the time of the admissions meeting will be reprioritized using the most current data available. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance to the program in writing via the address on file in the SSC Nursing office. Students are encouraged to keep the information in their file current with updated address, transcripts and test scores
LPN-RN
Career Mobility applicants (LPNs) have a different admission procedure and should request information from the Nursing Office.
Southern Nazarene University
6729 NW 39th Expressway
Bethany, OK 73008-2605
405-789-6400
http://snu.edu/school-of-nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The nursing program at Southern Nazarene University is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. A four-year curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing (B.S.) is offered. The program involves 55 academic hours of nursing courses and 72 hours of general education and prerequisite courses. The nursing courses include classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences and are scheduled over five semesters beginning in the spring semester of the sophomore year. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of hospitals and agencies in the community. Selection for admission into the nursing program is made at the end of the fall semester of the sophomore year. Preference is given to applicants whose preparatory work is completed at SNU. Applications are distributed in the Health Assessment pre-nursing course. Both a cumulative and pre-nursing GPA of 2.75 and completion of all pre-requisite courses at a ‘C’ level or higher are required for admission. A test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) score of 550 (paper and pencil), 213 (computer based), or 79/80 (internet based) is required for international students.
RN-BSN
The R.N. to B.S (Nursing) program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in nursing. The coursework includes advanced nursing concepts, trends and issues, community health, leadership, and research. The student completes 36 hours (27 hours nursing and 9 hours general education) and is prepared for graduate work in nursing. Classes meet 1 night a week for 14 months.
Accelerated MSN
The M.S. in Nursing is designed for baccalaureate-educated registered nurses who want to increase their effectiveness as nurses. The program consists of an accelerated modular Professional Study program, with two tracks: nursing education and nursing lead
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
100 Campus Drive
Weatherford, OK 73096
(580) 774-3063
http://www.swosu.edu/nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
As a student of one of the best nursing schools in the state, you’ll receive the knowledge and field experience needed to achieve your B.S.N, one of the most highly demanded nursing degrees in Oklahoma’s workforce today. Whether you are already an RN or are new to the nursing field, SWOSU's School of Nursing will help you achieve your goals and use that degree. This is a traditional program where you complete your prerequisites the first two years then apply for admission to the nursing school to complete your last two years of nursing school.
RN-BSN
This is an online BSN completion program designed for those who already hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing from ACEN accredited nursing programs or those enrolled in their last semester of an Associate's Degree program.
Tri County Technology Center
6101 SE Nowata Road
Bartlesville OK 74006
(918) 333-2422
http://tctc.org/career-clusters/health-science-/practical-nursing-pn/
Practical Nursing
Tri County Technology Center's Practical Nursing program prepares adult students for an exciting career as a practical nurse, lab assistant, pharmacy assistant, geriatric aide, physical therapy assistant or many other areas. In this program students learn practical nursing skills through classroom theory and clinical application. Knowledge and skills learned in the classroom are applied in clinical settings such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and long-term care facilities. Observational rotations are completed in physician offices, hospice and home health care settings. This program is only open to students who have a high school diploma or GED prior to the start of class. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the national nursing registry examination to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. The Practical Nursing program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. It is also accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
Tulsa Tech
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 477200
Tulsa, OK 74147-7200
Physical Address:
6111 East Skelly Drive
Tulsa, OK 74147
(918) 828-5000
http://tulsatech.edu/Classes/Careers/Pages/FactSheet.aspx?FocusId=a0c9e72b-8bea-de11-9c1a-00155d014600
Practical Nursing
The Practical Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) and Oklahoma Department of Career Tech and Education (ODCTE). The program prepares individuals to function as a skilled member of the health care team and is an intense program designed for delivering care to people of all ages and diverse cultures. Students will study human anatomy, physiology, and factors that affect health. Students will develop the basic nursing skills necessary to care for individuals throughout the health and wellness continuum.
University of Central Oklahoma
100 North University Drive
Edmond, OK 73034
(405) 974-2000
http://www.uco.edu/cms/nursing/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The first nursing class from the nursing department at the University of Central Oklahoma graduated in 1972. Since that time we have sent over 2000 well qualified RNs into the nursing work force! Graduates of our program are well known for being some of the best nurses in the state of Oklahoma and around the nation and we are proud to continue this tradition. The core of our program is the traditional four year Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
RN/LPN-BSN
We also have a career ladder program for RNs who want to complete their Bachelor's degree as well as for LPNs who want to obtain their Bachelor of Science degree in order to sit for the RN nursing licensure exam.
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
College of Nursing
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
1100 N. Stonewall Ave.
Oklahoma City OK, 73117
405.271.2428
http://nursing.ouhsc.edu/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree to students at campuses throughout the state of Oklahoma. All BSN nursing courses are upper division and applicants must complete the 67 academic credit hours of prerequisite course work before enrollment in the first year of the nursing program. The nursing curriculum consists of 60 semester hours of sequenced courses incorporating theoretical (in class and online) and clinical content. Graduates of the program receive a BSN degree and are eligible to sit for the state examination for licensure as a registered nurse.
Accelerated BSN
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program is tailored for individuals who want to pursue a career in nursing and already have a bachelor’s or higher degree in a non-nursing major. The nursing curriculum is 60 credit hours of courses incorporating theoretical and clinical content and designed to be completed in 14 months of concentrated study. Graduates from this program receive a BSN degree and are eligible to sit for the state examination for licensure as a registered nurse.
LPN/RN-BSN
The Career Mobility LPN to BSN program is a flexible degree program for individuals who are working as licensed practical nurses and want to earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The nursing curriculum is 60 credit hours, with 30 hours earned through advan
Master of Science in Nursing
Programs available are:
Management
Adult/Gero Clinical Nurse Specialist program
Education
Nurse Practitioner
PhD
Established in 2008, the OU College of Nursing’s PhD program is to prepare nurse scientists to develop and carry out research as a primary or secondary role. The PhD Program in Nursing is designed to provide nurse scientists with the skills and knowledge
Doctor of Nursing Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice Program is a clinical doctoral program for advanced practice registered nurses, such as nurse practitioners (NPs) or clinical nurse specialists(CNSs) who are looking to further their education. An alternative to researched-f
Western Oklahoma State College
2801 N Main?
Altus, OK 73521
580.477.2000
http://www.wosc.edu/index.php?page=nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Nursing Program at Western Oklahoma State College was established in 1981 and has an outstanding success rate for preparing qualified nurses. Western NursingThe nursing program is currently offered at three sites: Altus, Lawton, and Elk City. Courses are “team-taught” via ITV from all sites. By establishing admission criteria and procedures, the department of nursing hopes to ensure that students selected for the program are capable of successfully completing the nursing program and passing the national examination. The WOSC Nursing Program is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. Upon graduation, students are qualified to take the NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination). The minimum time to complete the program requirements is five semesters. Classroom study is combined with practical application in nursing experiences at various clinics and hospitals. The number of applicants to be accepted will reflect the availability of appropriate clinical experience.
Western Technology Center
P.O. Box 1469
621 Sooner Drive
Burns Flat, OK 73624
580-562-3181
http://www.westtech.edu/practical_nursing.html
Practical Nursing
A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment. Program length is 14 months.