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The School of Nursing's associate degree program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, 212-363-5555, and is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

The associate degree nursing program prepares graduates for employment in a variety of health care settings, such as hospitals or long-term care facilities. An admitted, licensed practical nurse may be eligible to earn credit by portfolio (8 credits) and examination (8 credits) for up to 16 credits of nursing course work. As nursing professionals, graduates collaborate with colleagues in nursing and other disciplines to provide direct care to patients, develop nursing care plans, and assist clients in developing healthy life styles. Graduates qualify to sit for the national examination for licensure as registered professional nurses (NCLEX). In addition, graduates may qualify for admission to the baccalaureate degree program in Nursing. The School of Nursing's associate degree program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, (212) 363-5555.

For more information about this program, contact the campus of interest to you.

Please note: The University may make changes in policies, procedures, educational offerings, and requirements at any time. Please consult the most recent Degree Programs Bulletin for more detailed information.