High School Requirements

(All applications submitted for the program by January 15 receive equal consideration.)

The curriculum offers a balance of courses in general education and nursing. The students are provided with the theoretical knowledge and clinical practice needed to administer care for individuals throughout the life cycle. Learning experiences take place in the classroom, College nursing laboratory and in a variety of clinical settings. All students are assisted in the development of their potential with guidance offered by faculty who possess broad nursing experience and academic preparation in the field.

Men and women who meet the College entrance requirements are eligible for admission to the Nursing program.

Applicants MUST submit evidence of satisfactory mental and physical health in advance of registration. Evidence of appropriate immunization, as well as titres for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and Hepatitis ÒBÓ are required. Mantoux test for tuberculosis is also required yearly. It is strongly recommended that students who test negative for Hepatitis ÒBÓ receive the appropriate vaccine. Students who decline this recommendation will be required to sign a waiver of responsibility.

All matriculated students are required to have accident insurance. Each student is required to obtain a liability insurance policy which will provide malpractice coverage during the time enrolled in the Nursing curriculum. Students must provide their own transportation to and from clinical sites. For all field experiences, student dress must conform with agency protocol.

New York State RN licensure requires the applicant to be of good moral character. An applicant for licensure who has been convicted of a crime, or has committed an act which raises a reasonable question as to his/her moral character will be subject to review.

The Nursing curriculum is accredited by the National League for Nursing. (NLNAC). Information will be provided by contacting NLNAC at 350 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10614 - (212) 989-9393

Typical Employment Opportunities
First level nursing positions in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and community agencies.