2015 Schools of Nursing Directory

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1 2015 Schools of Nursing Directory 1

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3 A CAREER IN NURSING The profession of nursing is a creative and rewarding career for women and men. Nurse s today practice in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, in the home, industry, educational institutions, long-term care facilities, government and private practice. The role of the nurse in the future is predicted to expand as a major provider of health care. This is an exciting time to consider a career in nursing. This directory was prepared by the The Massachusetts/Rhode Island League for Nursing EDITORIAL COMMITTEE Margaret O Connor, MS, RN Lawrence Memorial/Regis College David Becker, MS, RN, CNE University of Massachusetts, Boston Sheila Blomquist MA/RI League for Nursing, Administrative Assistant Every school in Massachusetts and Rhode Island was given the opportunity to publicize its program in this directory. The participating schools contributed to the cost of preparing this publication. 3

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information...5 Associate Degree...7 Baccalaureate Degree...22 Diploma...28 Practical...30 RN to BSN...45 Specialty Certificate Programs...53 Masters and Doctoral Degrees...57 All information in this directory is subject to change without notice. 4

5 GENERAL INFORMATION Schools of Nursing: Approved/Accredited The Massachusetts or the Rhode Island Board of Registration in Nursing has granted approval to all schools of nursing listed and described in this directory. In addition, a number of schools are accredited by professional accrediting agencies recognized as such by the United States Department of Education. The distinction between approved and accredited is as follows: Approved: Minimum standards for nursing education are mandatory in every state and compliance with these standards constitutes state approval. In Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the Board of Registration in Nursing is required by law to establish rules and regulations governing the criteria for approval of schools for registered nurses and practical nurses. Criteria include qualification of faculty, requirements for student admission and standards for school teaching equipment. Students must graduate from a school of nursing approved by the Board of Registration in Nursing and offer satisfactory proof of good moral character to be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). To receive a license to practice as a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN), candidates must successfully pass the NCLEX exam. Program accreditation means the formal recognition of the nursing education program by a specialized professional accrediting agency recognized as such by the United States Department of Education. Two agencies commonly used by nursing programs for accreditation are: the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), which is now known as Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The law does not require school accreditation. A school, which has received accreditation, assures the student that its nursing program has met standards higher than the minimum required by law for nursing education programs. Students wishing to pursue nursing to the Master s Degree level should be aware of the fact that a majority of Master s Degree nursing programs require graduation from an accredited Baccalaureate nursing program as a prerequisite for admission. 5

6 Admission Requirements The state Boards have established graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent education as demonstrated by a high school equivalency certificate as a minimum requirement for admission to any school of nursing. Many schools have admission requirements, such as entrance examinations, in addition to this minimum. Prospective students are urged to contact directly the school of their choice for more specific information. Additional Costs Additional costs include fees, books, uniforms, insurance, supplies, meals, transportation, etc. that the tuition does not always cover. The actual costs vary from program to program and prospective students should contact each school directly for specific charges. Financial Financial assistance is available through federal, state and private programs that offer scholarships, grants and loans. Contact the financial aid offices at all schools you are considering. 6

7 ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS IN NURSING Most Associate Degree Programs in Nursing are two years in length and are offered at colleges, universities, community colleges or junior colleges. A college preparatory program is recommended for admission; applicants should check the criteria of individual schools. The course of study includes a major emphasis on nursing theory and practice plus general education courses including sciences and social sciences. An Associate s Degree is granted at graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. Bay State College (Boston, MA ) 8 Berkshire Community College (Pittsfield, MA)... 9 Bristol Community College (Fall River, MA).. 10 Cape Cod Community College (W. Barnstable, MA) Community College of Rhode Island (Warwick, RI).. 12 Greenfield Community College (Greenfield, MA) Laboure College (Boston, MA).. 14 Lawrence Memorial/Regis College Nursing and Radiography Programs (Medford, MA) Massasoit (Brockton, MA). 16 MassBay Community College 17 Middlesex Community College (Lowell, MA) Mt. Wachusett Community College (Gardner, MA).. 19 rth Shore Community College (Danvers, MA) Springfield Technical Community College (Springfield, MA)21 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 7

8 Associate Degree Bay State College Boston ACEN Depends on eligible transfer credits Length of Program/ 2 years -5 semesters Length of Program/ NA Size of Class: 32 Tuition: Refer to school catalogue/website Refer to school catalogue Greater Boston clinical facilities TEAS Admission office and Nursing Program personal interview, program information meeting, placement testing, acceptable TEAS and minimum GPA, current immunization 30 Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: t yet Application Fee: Refer to school catalogue Rolling admissions Admissions Office Bay State College 122 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA Telephone: [email protected] Fax:

9 Associate Degree Berkshire Community College Pittsfield ACEN Days Days Length of Program/ 2 Years Size of Class: 56 September-May Tuition: $13,248 Application Fee: N/A, school will specify Hospitals: Berkshire Medical Center, Fairview N/A See Catalog $10 MA residents, $35 out-of-state March 1 st Deborah Rustay, RN, MSN Acting Director of Nursing Berkshire Community College 1350 West Street Pittsfield, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

10 Associate Degree Bristol Community College Fall River ACEN n/a Length of Program/ 2 Years Size of Class: 96 - Tuition: $166/per credit may be subject to change TEAS scores Prerequisites Advanced Placement for LPN s Available: 34 Application Fee: $10 January 15 Instructional Support Fee Agencies in Southeastern Massachusetts Telephone: Donna Ayala Nursing Program Director Bristol Community College 777 Elsbree Street Fall River, MA x2535 [email protected] 10

11 Associate Degree Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Cape Cod Community College West Barnstable ACEN days evenings 5 semesters 64 day; 32 evening for even numbered years only September-May $175.50/credit - MA residents; $381.50/credit non- MA residents - $200 nursing fee per semester Cape Cod Hospital, Beth Isreal Deaconess Plymouth, Falmouth Hospital and others ne Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology.I, Pharmacology Calculations Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: none 5-Jan Matthew Cormier Director of Admissions Cape Cod Community College 2240 Iyannough Road West Barnstable, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

12 Associate Degree Community College of Rhode Island ACEN Length of Program/Full and 6 semesters (4 nursing semesters and prerequisite semesters) Size of Class: /2014 Tuition: FT/semester: In-State ($1,812) Regional ($2,718) Out-of-State ($5,128) Fees, $163, ATI/HESI Testing fee/semester ($100), Books $ , uniforms $82 RI Affiliates & Fall River TEAS Test Completion of all Prerequisite courses Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $20 Several Application periods, February, June, August and October. *All applications need to be received by the last day of the month* Rosemary Costigan Ph.D., RN Interim Assistant Dean Nurse Education Community College of Rhode Island Warwick, RI Telephone: [email protected] Rosemary Costigan Ph.D., RN 12

13 Associate Degree Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: and fees per year Greenfield Community College Greenfield ACEN Days, with faculty permission 2 years 3 years 42 First year; 48 Second year Sept-May $13,700 in state, higher for NEHBE and out of state students - school will specify Multiple: Baystate Franklin Medical Ctr, Cooley Dickinson Hosp, Holyoke Medical Ctr., Brattleboro Memorial Hosp, Brattleboro Retreat, a variety of extended care facilities none Algebra 1, 10 credits including one of the sciences; Essay; English Composition I Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $ /20/2012 Nancy Craig-Williams, PhDc, MS, RN Assistant Dean Greenfield Community College One College Drive Greenfield, MA Telephone: (413) [email protected] FAX: (413)

14 Associate Degree Labouré College Milton Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Tuition: Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $50 ACEN Days and Weekend/evenings Days and Weekend/evenings 2 years Varies Sept. May Professional Courses General Ed. Year Round $755 per credit for Gen Ed $995 per credit for Professional Courses Steward Health Care facilities and other acute care facilities within the geographic area. Algebra 1, Algebra 2 or Geometry; Biology and/or Chemistry with Lab Rolling Admissions Denise Edinger Director of Admissions Labouré College 303 Adams Street Milton, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

15 Associate Degree Lawrence Memorial/Regis College Nursing and Radiography Programs Medford ACEN Days Days, Evening/Weekend Length of Program/ 2 years (Days only) Length of Program/ 2 ½ to 3 years (Days/Evening Weekends) Size of Class: 35 Tuition: August to May Nursing Courses $745 per credit; n-nursing $1610 per 3 or 4 credit course and Science Review Course $960/course, limited $6850 per semester, double occupancy on Weston campus (school will specify) Over 30 clinical sites including Hallmark Health System hospitals, Cambridge Hospital, Mount Auburn Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children, Boston; Lahey Clinic English Proficiency Exam (required if completed any grades 1-12 outside of the United States) High School diploma or GED in addition to Algebra, Biology and Chemistry either in High School or College ; maximum of 6 courses Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $50 Rolling Admissions Hattie N. Kerwin Derrick Admissions Coordinator Lawrence Memorial/Regis College Nursing and Radiography Programs 170 Governors Avenue; Medford, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

16 Associate Degree Massasoit Community College Brockton BORN, NLN Days Evening and Weekend Length of Program/ 4 Semesters Length of Program/ 6 Semesters for generic evening cohort in Semesters for LPN to AD evening cohort Size of Class: 56 Tuition: September-June $155 per credit, or per catalog Evening program additional $123 per credit Books, uniforms, travel expenses Brockton Hospital, South Shore Hospital, Jordan Hospital, Good Samaritan, New England Sinai TEAS V Prerequisites in catalog Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: ne 1-Feb Michelle Hughes Director of Admissions Massasoit Community College One Massasoit Blvd Brockton, MA Telephone: See website 16

17 Associate Degree MassBay Community College Framingham -ACEN Day Length of Program/ 2 years Length of Program/ Size of Class: Day 60 Tuition: Sept-May Day $151/credit Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: no 1-Feb no Urban & Suburban GPA and Pre-requisite Luz Castro Senior Admissions Counselor Mass Bay Community College 19 Flagg Drive Framingham, MA Telephone: [email protected] 17

18 Associate Degree Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Middlesex Community College Lowell ACEN Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Rolling Admissions 2 years 2 years, 9 months 30 full time (2x/year), 32 part time (1x/year) Sept-May full time, Sept to Aug part time $ per credit full time, $ per credit part time no Emerson Hospital, Lahey Clinic, Lowell General, Saints Memorial TEAS V Algebra, Biology, Chemistry Sandra Shapiro, MSN, RN, CNE Department Chair for Nursing Middlesex Community College 33 Kearney Square Lowell, Ma., Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

19 Associate Degree Mt. Wachusett Community College Gardner Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: ACEN days/evenings N/A 2 years N/A 60 day/40 evening September -May $190 per credit plus $850 program fee per semester no rth Central Mass area TEAS as of Sept Sciences, Math w/c+ or better (coll Algebra) Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $10 15-January Eileen O. Costello, DNP, RN, CNE Program Administrator Mt. Wachusett Community College 444 Green Street Gardner, MA Telephone: (978) [email protected] FAX: (978)

20 Associate Degree rth Shore Community College Danvers ACEN day/some evening clinical experiences no Length of Program/ 2 years Length of Program/ n/a Size of Class: 60 September -May Tuition: $179/credit MA residents no school will specify Several rth Shore Health Care Facilities TEAS V High school diploma, GED and high school Algebra, Biology & Chemistry with a C or better Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: none Feb (specific date published in application) Susan Maciewicz MSN RN CNE Department Chairperson rth Shore Community College 1 Ferncroft Road Danvers, MA Telephone: (978) [email protected] FAX: (978)

21 Associate Degree Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Springfield Technical Community College Springfield ACEN days days 2 years 2 years 100 day students per class 200 total September-May $163/credit (MA residents), plus $300 Nursing fee per semester, $18 liability fee per academic year no Health Insurance, books, uniform, technology & software: school will specify Baystate Medical Ctr, Mercy Med. Ctr, Holyoke Med. Ctr, various long term care and sub-acute facilities, Springfield Public Schools & other clinical agencies in Western MA area. TEAS 5 Algebra 2 (B- or >), within 5 years of admission Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $10 in-state, $35 out-of-state March 1st of application year Trish McPeak-LaRocca, MS, RN, CNM Interim Dept. Chairperson, Nursing School of Health & Patient Simulation Springfield Technical Community College One Armory Square, Suite 1 Springfield, MA Telephone: :(413) [email protected] FAX: (413)

22 BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAMS IN NURSING Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Nursing are four to five years in length and are offered at colleges or universities. A college preparatory program is recommended for admission including mathematics and science; applicants should check the criteria of individual schools. The program includes general courses in sciences, the arts and humanities, with a major in nursing including theory and clinical practice. A bachelor of Science Degree (BS) is granted at graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. Anna Maria College (Paxton, MA) Endicott College (Beverly, MA) 24 University of Massachusetts Boston (Boston, MA). 25 University of Rhode Island (Kingston, RI).. 26 Worcester State University (Worcester, MA). 27 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 22

23 Baccalaureate Anna Maria College Paxton ACEN Days Length of Program/ Four Years Size of Class: Maximum - 50 Sept - May Tuition: $15,960/semester Student fees-$1,070/semester (does not include room/board) Great Worcester, MA area healthcare facilities SAT, ACT (optional), TOEFL (International students only) Essay; letter of recommendation Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: t at this time Application Fee: $25 for all unless fee waiver for economic hardship Rolling Admissions Carol Gabriele DNP, MA, RN, CNE Director, Nursing Programs Anna Maria College 50 Sunset Place Paxton, MA Telephone: [email protected] 23

24 Baccalaureate Endicott College Beverly Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: ACEN days only 4 Years n/a 30 per year September May Tuition: $28,994 Books, Uniforms, Medical Equipment, and Clinical fee of $350/semester Local Beverly, MA; Boston & Suburbs SAT or ACT 2 yrs. Algebra, 1 yr. Chemistry, 1 yr Biology or Anatomy & Physiology with lab Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: no LPN program Application Fee: $50 Rolling admission until February 15 Dr. Kelly Fisher Dean, School of Nursing Endicott College 376 Hale Street Beverly, MA Telephone: FAX: website [email protected] 24

25 Baccalaureate University of Massachusetts Boston Boston, MA CCNE 2011, Traditional and Accelerated Options Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: For pre-requisite courses only 4 Years Traditional, 15 months Accelerated N/A Traditional, 30 Accelerated 15-week semesters $5,983 In state; $13,715 Out of state $1,156 fees Greater Boston Area, TEAS V Refer to Website Telephone: Undergraduate Admissions Info Sessions monthly; please refer to Admissions for more information [email protected] 25

26 Baccalaureate University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Advanced Placement for LPN's Available Eight semesters full time; more if part time per course 9 months RI resident $10,878; $24,444 Out of State Application Fee: $65 February 1 Uniforms, nursing equipment, transportation, academic testing, and clinical course lab fees Community agencies, schools, nursing homes, ambulatory care facilities, and hospitals throughout Rhode Island SAT, ACT Grade point average of 3.00 or higher, inquire for more details Jessica Boisclair, MS Assistant Dean of Student Affairs University of Rhode Island College of Nursing 39 Butterfield Road, White Hall Kingston, RI Telephone: [email protected] 26

27 Baccalaureate Worcester State University Worcester, MA CCNE NA Length of Program/ 4 years Size of Class: September May 76 Tuition: Undergraduate Tuition/Fees (MA Resident): $8,157 Undergraduate Tuition/Fees (n-ma Res): $14,237 Uniform, books, standardized testing fees, equipment, and drug testing required by some clinical agencies. UMass Memorial Medical Ctr, St. Vincent Hospital, Fairlawn Rehab Hospital, Metrowest Medical Ctr and various acute and community sites within Central MA SAT or ACT For students who are not native English speakers, the submission of TOEFL or IELTS scores is recommended Available at http// Advanced Placement for LPN's Available, LPN to BS Program Application Fee: $50 Early Action (non-binding): vember 15, 2013 Nursing and Occupational Therapy: January 15, 2014 Joseph DiCarlo Assistant Director of Admissions Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street Telephone: FAX: Twitter: Facebook: [email protected] missions 27

28 DIPLOMA PROGRAMS IN NURSING Diploma/Hospital School Programs in Nursing are two to three years in length and are offered at hospitals. A college preparatory program is recommended for admission, including mathematics and science courses; applicants should check the criteria of individual schools. The course of study includes nursing theory and practice along with general education courses including biological, social and physical sciences. The programs offer early patient contact with a wide range of clinical experience. A Diploma is granted at graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. St. Joseph School of Nursing (rth Providence, RI)...29 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 28

29 Diploma St. Joseph School of Nursing rth Providence, RI Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: ACEN, RI Department of Health Board of Nursing 3 years 3 years students accepted annually: 10:1 Student:Faculty Ratio Mid-August to Mid May Approximately $17,000 per year Subject to change off campus apartments available in the immediate vicinity Uniforms, shoes, books, licensing exam fee, state license fee, commuting expenses, recreational activities, food, living expenses. Principally, Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in N. Providence with specialty experiences at Hasbro Children s and Sturdy Memorial Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) High School Diploma or GED, 3 Letters of Reference, Chemistry prerequisite, math/reading/writing Accuplacer Test Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: $ April 15 Elizabeth Bloom, PhD, RN Director 200 High Service Avenue Providence, RI Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

30 PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAMS Practical nursing programs are offered at hospitals, community colleges or vocational schools. Most programs are one-year full time or two years parttime. A high school diploma or GED is required for admission. Other admission requirements are determined by individual schools and may include such things as pre-entrance exams, references and an interview. Practical nursing curriculum includes nursing theory and practice, biological and behavioral sciences, and vocational issues. A diploma is granted at graduation. Graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam. Assabet Valley Regional Technical School (Marlboro,MA) Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical School (Charlton, MA) 32 Blue Hills Regional Technical School (Canton, MA). 33 Bristol-Plymouth (Taunton, MA). 34 Community College of Rhode Island (Warwick, RI). 35 Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing (Fall River, MA). 36 Greenfield Community College (Leeds, MA) Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Fitchburg, MA).. 38 Mt. Wachusett Community College (Gardner, MA) rth Shore Community College (Danvers, MA) Shawsheen Valley (Billerica, MA). 41 Southeastern Technical Institute (S. Easton, MA) Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School (Franklin, MA) EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 30

31 Practical Nursing Assabet Valley Regional Technical School Marlborough ACEN Length of Program: 40 Weeks Size of Class: 45 September - June Tuition: $3,000 In-district. $16,587 Out-of-district $2,165 Community hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, community agencies, and long term care facilities Collegiate Affiliation: Quinsigamond Community College, Middlesex Community College, Fitchburg State University, Worcester State University TEAS 5.0 High School Diploma/GED Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: ne Rolling admissions Ellen Santos MSN, RN, CNE Director Assabet Valley Regional Technical School 215 Fitchburg Street, Marlborough, MA Telephone: ext [email protected] FAX:

32 Practical Nursing Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical School Charlton Length of Program: Evenings 10 month Size of Class: 32 Aug-June Collegiate Affiliation: ne $1,200: Books and Uniforms Harrington Memorial Hospital & Wound Care Fairlawn Rehabilitation Center Overlook Masonic Health Center Meadows Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Radius HealthCare Center at Southbridge Worcester & Fitchburg State Universities TEAS-V Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: $75 test fee March 15th Veronica Ziemba, MSN, RN Director, Practical Nursing Program Bay Path Regional Vocational School 57 Old Muggett Hill Road Charlton, MA Telephone: extension 1675 FAX:

33 Practical Nursing Blue Hills Regional Technical School Canton Council on Occupational Education days no Length of Program: 40 weeks Size of Class: 56 September to June Tuition: In district $10,500: In state $12,000; Out of state $13,000 no, Lab Fee $1800 (includes books) Brockton Neighborhood Health Ctr, Kindred Hospital, Stoughton, Highgate Manor, The Boston Home, Alliance Nursing Ctr, Braintree TEAS V High school transcript or GED, Recommendation Letter and an interview Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: no Application Fee: $100 Priority Application Completion Deadline: February 15. Applications accepted until program is filled. Marybeth Joyce Admissions and Financial Aid Officer Blue Hills Regional Technical School Practical Nursing Program 800 Randolph Street Canton, MA Telephone: ext. 229 [email protected] FAX:

34 Practical Nursing Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical High School Taunton Length of Program: Size of Class: Tuition: Collegiate Affiliation: (Links/Post-Secondary Education) Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: $30 Rolling Admissions Approved by MA Board of Registration in Nursing, NEASC Day Program Evening Program Full Time 10 months; Part Time 20 months Full Time 40 students; Part Time 20 students September - June $7,000 In District, $8,000 Out of District= Full Time Program $8,500 In District, $9,500 Out of District = Part Time Program Lab Fee, Books, Uniform Acute, sub-acute, rehabilitation, long-term care facilities Bristol Community College TEAS High school Diploma or GED, two letters of reference, interview Lynne Sullivan, MSN, RN Director, Practical Nurse Program Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School 207 Hart Street Taunton, MA Telephone: Ext. 240 [email protected] FAX: Attn. Practical Nurse Program 34

35 Practical Nursing Community College of Rhode Island Length of Program: Size of Class: ACEN 3 semesters after prerequisites Part of AND (1+1) class size TBD 2013/2014 Tuition: FT/semester: In-State ($1,812) Regional ($2,718) Out-of-State ($5,128) Fees, $163, ATI/HESI Testing fee/semester ($100), Books $ , uniforms $82 RI Affiliates & Fall River, MA College Affiliation: CCRI, articulation NA Completion of all Prerequisite courses Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: $20 Several Application periods, February, June, August and October. *All applications need to be received by the last day of the month* Rosemary Costigan Ph.D., RN Interim Assistant Dean Nurse Education Community College of Rhode Island Warwick, RI Telephone: [email protected] Rosemary Costigan Ph.D., RN 35

36 Practical Nursing Length of Program: Size of Class: Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing Fall River Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and NEASC Days Evening program (even years) and day program (odd years) FT 40 weeks/ PT 80 weeks 50 full time/ 25 part time August to June 2008 Tuition: $8,900 in region ( Fall River, Somerset, Swansea and Westport) determined yearly, $14,800 out of district, $16,000 out of state, determined yearly (refer to website), Pell, Direct loans, Parent Plus loans, state grants no approximately $1,700 numerous LTC and sub-acute as well as community agencies Collegiate Affiliation: Articulation agreement with Bristol Community College ATI TEAS Test, Version 5 High school diploma or GED; if educated outside US transcript must be evaluated. Work history, references; additional coursework refer to Student Guidelines on website Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: - refer to Student Guidelines on website Application Fee: $25 Acceptances begin vember 1 and continue until class is filled Telephone: Karen A. Ellenwood, MSN, RN Director Diman Regional School of Practical Nursing 251 Stonehaven Road Fall River, MA x6022 FAX: [email protected] 36

37 Practical Nursing Greenfield Community College Greenfield Length of Program: 10 months Size of Class: 32 September to June Tuition: $6,626 (In State) Collegiate Affiliation: no Holyoke Hospital, VAMC, Sunbridge of Hadley, Wingate of South Hadley, Vibra Hospital Greenfield Community College TEAS English and Math Placement Exams, Specific Science course within 5 years For co-requiste courses only Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: no Application Fee: n/a Rolling admissions Virginia Wahl Coordinator Greenfield Community College 270 Main Street Greenfield, MA Telephone: FAX:

38 Practical Nursing MassBay Community College Framingham Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: Board or Registration in Nursing Approval Day Evening 18 months 2 years Sept-May no Urban & Suburban GPA and Pre-requisite NA no 1-Feb Luz Castro Senior Admissions Counselor Mass Bay Community College 19 Flagg Drive Framingham, MA Telephone: [email protected] 38

39 Practical Nursing Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School Fitchburg Length of Program: : Council on Occupational Education evenings and weekends no Size of Class: months (40 sequential weeks) August to June Tuition: $11,275 / Out of District - $12,275 Collegiate Affiliation: no Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: no Application Fee: $ April 30 Hospitals: UMass Medical Center, AdCare Hospital, Heywood Hospital, Clinton Hospital Agencies: Gardner Visiting Nursing Assoc. Healthcare Inc., Nashoba Valley Visiting Nurse and Hospice, Diversified Visiting Nurse and Hospice, Legends Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Golden Living Center, Keystone Center Articulation agreement with Fitchburg State University, Mount Wachusett Community College TEAS entrance exam High School Diploma or equivalent Holly LaFrance, MS, RN Director of Practical Nursing Program Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School 1050 Westminster Street Fitchburg, MA Telephone: ext Fax:

40 Practical Nursing Mt. Wachusett Community College Gardner Length of Program: Size of Class: Tuition: ACEN day n/a 41 weeks Jan-Dec (Gardner) $190 per credit plus $850 program fee per semester no rth Central Mass Collegiate Affiliation: Fall 2009 TEAS Math C+ or better Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: none Sept 1 Eileen O. Costello, DNP, RN, CNE Program Administrator Mt. Wachusett Community College 444 Green Street Gardner, MA Telephone: [email protected] 40

41 Practical Nursing rth Shore Community College Danvers ACEN Full-time days N/A Length of Program: 10 months Size of Class: 40 September to June Tuition: Collegiate Affiliation: $179 per credit rtheast Health System, Partners, and longterm care facilities and community agencies. rth Shore Community College TEAS High School diploma or GED Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: ne Early February Enrollment Services rth Shore Community College 1 Ferncroft Road Danvers, MA Telephone:

42 Practical Nursing Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing Billerica COE (Council on Occupational Education) Evenings/weekends Length of Program: 10 months Size of Class: 45 August - June Tuition: $9500 no Collegiate Affiliation:, school will specify Tewksbury Hospital,, Woodbriar, Life Care Center, Bear Hill Nursing Center, Concord Health Center Middlesex CC NLN GED or High School transcripts Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: $50 Rolling Admissions Patricia A. onan, RN, MSN PN Program Coordinator Shawsheen Valley School of PN 100 Cook Street Billerica, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

43 Practical Nursing Southeastern Technical Institute South Easton, MA Commission of the Council on Occupational Education Monday-Friday Class Hours, 8:00-2:15P.M. Varying Clinical Hours Tuesday Thursday Class Hours, 4:30-9:30P.M. Clinical Hours 4:30-10:30P.M. May Vary with Course Length of Program: Days 10 Months Starting in September & Evening 2 Years Every other January (Even Years) Size of Class: Days 40 students Evening 32 students Day Tuition: Days: September-July Evening: January June, September-June, September-January 7,500 (in-district residents) 12,000 (non-district residents) Eve. Tuition: Collegiate Affiliation: 9,000 (in-district residents) 12,000 (non-district residents) to those who qualify Books and Fees Brockton VA, Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital, Lifecare Center of West Bridgewater, Signature Healthcare, Orchard Cove, WIC Advanced Placement consideration for RN Applicants Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: TEAS V High school Diploma or GED, Resume, Two confidential reference forms, Interview Application Fee: See Website: Melissa Wilcox Practical Nurse program Secretary Southeastern Technical Institute 250 Foundry Street Telephone: South Easton, MA FAX: [email protected]

44 Practical Nursing Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School Franklin (Continuing Education: Practical Nursing) Length of Program: Size of Class: 30 Length of Program: Full Approval-BORN, COE Accredited 10 months (evening) 2 years Size of Class: 20 September-June Tuition: Collegiate Affiliation: Nurses Aid Advanced Placement Available: Application Fee: $25 February 28 Full-time days: In-district: $5500, In-State: $12,000, Out of state: $13,500 Part-time evening: In state: $12,000, Out of state: $13,500 Books, uniforms, student fee Extended care facilities, rehabilitation, hospital and community settings Bristol Community College, Massasoit Community College TEAS Penelope B. Hennessy, MSN, RN Program Director Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School 147 Pond Street, Franklin, MA [email protected] Telephone: x144 FAX: (attn Practical Nursing Program) 44

45 RN TO BSN PROGRAM RN TO BSN Programs are designed for the RN who is a graduate of a Diploma School or Associate s Degree Program. These are offered at colleges or universities. The programs may range from one-and-a-half to two years for the full-time student, and two-and-a-half years or longer for the part-time student. The programs include general courses in science, the arts and humanities, with a major in nursing including theory and clinical practice. A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree is granted at graduation. Anna Maria College (Paxton, MA) 46 Emmanuel College (Boston, MA) 47 Endicott College (Beverly, MA) 48 Framingham State University (Framingham, MA) 49 University of Massachusetts Boston (Boston, MA) 50 University of Rhode Island (Kingston, RI) 51 Worcester State University (Worcester, MA) 52 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 45

46 RN to BSN Online Completion Program Anna Maria College Paxton Length of Program/ ACEN n/a 8 week online courses months Size of Class: 20 students per course Year round Tuition: $1395 per 3 credit course Books RN License Up to 75 credits may be accepted Application Fee: $40 deadline: Rolling Admissions Carol Gabriele DNP, MA, RN, CNE Director of Nursing Programs Anna Maria College 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton, MA Telephone: FAX: [email protected] 46

47 RN to BSN Baccalaureate Emmanuel College Boston Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) 1 ½ to 2 years 3 years Size of Class: Tuition: $1,816 per course Books, Parking - optional Advanced Placement for LPN's Available: Application Fee: RN licensure Application, transcripts, recommendations, essay, resume and interview n/a Rolling Helen Muterperl Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Nursing Emmanuel College 400 The Fenway Boston, MA Telephone:

48 RN to BSN Baccalaureate Length of Program: Size of Class: Tuition: Endicott College Beverly Variable Variable N/A $335/Credit Greater Beverly, Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, Greenfield, MA TOEFL (if English not first language), ACT/PEP if non accredited SON Application, Essay, Letter of Recommendation High School Transcripts, GPA 2.5 or greater from accredited AD, Diploma program, RN Licensure current and unrestricted Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams:, up to 85 N/A Telephone: Laurie McKechnie, MS, RN RN to BSN Advisor Endicott College 376 Hale Street Beverly, MA

49 RN to BSN Baccalaureate Length of Program: Framingham State University Framingham CCNE as few as 3 semesters September - May Tuition (plus fees): One 4-credit course = $ Two 4-credit courses = $ Three 4-credit courses = $ in-agency clinicals none Current unrestricted RN license in MA; GPA of 2.5 or higher in prelicensure program; All transcripts from previous institutions; Online FSU application. Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams: RNs only Gen-Eds only (no nursing courses) Deadline for Jan Entry- Dec 1 st Deadline for Sept Entry Feb 15th Susan M. Mullaney, EdD, RN, CNE Professor and Chairperson Framingham State University 100 State Street HH220 Framingham, MA Telephone: [email protected] FAX:

50 RN To BS - Baccalaureate University of Massachusetts - Boston Boston, MA CCNE 2011 Length of Program: 5 Nursing courses post-pre-requisite courses: time varies Size of Class: week semesters Tuition: Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams: See [email protected] Greater Boston area NLN Exams Please call Admissions Telephone: Undergraduate Admissions [email protected] 50

51 RN To BS University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Length of Program: Size of Class: Tuition: Application Fee: <24 months Total 120 credits per class Year Round $453/Credit academic year $260/credit summer session Malpractice insurance Clinical practicums include experience in numerous community agencies, schools, nursing homes, ambulatory care facilities, and hospitals throughout Rhode Island Current Rhode Island RN License, diploma or associate degree in nursing from an NLN or CCNE accredited preferred Rolling Diane Martins, Ph.D, R.N. Kingston, RI Telephone: Associate Professor University of Rhode Island College of Nursing 39 Butterfield Rd, Kingston FAX:

52 RN To BSN Baccalaureate Worcester State University Worcester, MA CCNE Length of Program: 3-4 semesters depending on number of credits transferred Size of Class: 30 September May Tuition: Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams: May 1, 2015 $299.46/credit hour (day school)/$130 credit hour Evening Uniforms, equipment and books. Drug testing for clinical agencies may be required. UMass Memorial Medical Center, St. Vincent Hospital Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital, Metrowest Medical Center and various acute and community sites within Central MA NACE II Exams for diploma program graduates Introductory statistics course. Applicants must already be registered nurse. Susan Alix, DNP, RN Program Coordinator Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street Worcester, MA Telephone: FAX:

53 SPECIALTY CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Certificate programs are designed to provide nurses with a concentration of information in a specialized field of study. Emmanuel College (Boston, MA) 54 Framingham State University (Framingham, MA) 55 Simmons College (Boston, MA ) 56 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 53

54 Certificates of Graduate Study in Nursing Education and Nursing Management Length of Program: Tuition: Emmanuel College Boston t required no 4 courses (15 credits) taken fall and spring $2,581 per course no no none none Application, transcripts, recommendations, essay, resume, evidence of nursing licensure Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams: Completion of MSN degree no Application Fee: none Helen Muterperl Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Nursing Emmanuel College 400 The Fenway Boston, MA Telephone: FAX:

55 Post-Master s Certificate in Nursing Education Program Framingham State University Framingham Length of Program: Tuition: no no Four courses taken over two academic years September - May $1270/course (inc fees) no no none multiple none MSN, GPA or MAT Prior Learning Assessments/Exemption Exams: none no Application Fee: $50 Cynthia F. Bechtel, PhD, RN, CNE, CEN, CHSE Program Coordinator Framingham State University 100 State Street HH220 Framingham, MA Telephone: FAX: [email protected] 55

56 Accelerated B.S.N. Simmons College Boston Length of Program/ Length of Program/ Size of Class: Tuition: Advanced Placement for LPN s Available: Application Fee: CCNE Available through 2/3 year nursing sequence options 14 months 2/3 years 50 (accelerated program) Fall, spring. Summer, fall $4,712 per 4-credit course through summer 2015 Cost of clinical built into tuition See ne with first earned bachelor s degree Visit for complete list of requirements Up to 80 non-nursing $55 paper, free online April 1 for summer entry, July 1 for September entry, vember 2 for January entry Dayna Bradstreet Associate Director of Admissions Simmons College Office of Undergraduate Admission 300 The Fenway Boston, MA Telephone: [email protected] 56

57 MASTER S & DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS IN NURSING Graduate programs in nursing are designed to prepare nurses for advanced practice and research. Nurses in advanced practice are professionals committed to the delivery and study of high-quality nursing practice. Master s programs offer clinical specialization in a variety of areas. These programs may also offer preparation in the nurse educator or manager role. Some programs may offer dual degrees with other disciplines, such as business or public health. Program length may vary according to specialization requirements. Part-time study may be available for the working nurse. Upon successful program completion, a master s degree is awarded. Where applicable, graduates may sit for specialization certification exams. Doctoral programs focus on nursing knowledge development through original research so graduates may assume roles as scholars in a variety of settings. Upon successful program completion, a doctor s degree is awarded. Emmanuel College (Boston, MA) 58 Endicott (Beverly, MA) Framingham State University (Framingham, MA) 61 Simmons College (Boston, MA) 62 University of Massachusetts Boston (Boston, MA) 63 University of Rhode Island (Kingston, RI) 64 Worcester State University (Worcester, MA) 65 EACH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Prospective students should contact the school of their choice for specific information 57

58 Master s & Doctoral Program Emmanuel College Boston Program: MS: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization-Master's: Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Thesis Required for Master's: Nursing Education Management Nurse educators- National League for Nursing (NLN) Nurse administrators American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: $ Transfer Credits Accepted-Master's: 6 Application Fee: ne April 30 Weekday evenings, 5 to 8 pm ne Application, transcripts, recommendations, essay, resume and interview, Completion of BSN degree Helen Muterperl 400 The Fenway Boston, MA Telephone: Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Nursing Emmanuel College [email protected] 58

59 Master s & Doctoral Program Endicott College Beverly Program: MS: Nurse Educator, Nurse Administrator, Global Health, Family Nurse Practitioner Areas of Concentration/Clinical Nurse Educator, Nurse Administrator, Global Health, Specialization-Master's: Family Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, ACEN 2012 Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Minimum Credit Hour Requirement: Thesis Required for Master's: Evening, Weekend N/A Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: $675 GRE/MAT Statement of professional goals, official transcripts undergraduate and graduate work, 2 Letters of recommendation, RN Licensure current and unrestricted, Basic statistics course, admission interview with the program director, current resume, TOEFL required if English is not first language Transfer Credits Accepted-Master's: 6 Application Fee: $50 Ongoing Emily G. Smith, DNP(c), RN, CRRN, CNE Associate Director Masters Nursing Program Endicott College 376 Hale Street Telephone: [email protected] Master s & Doctoral Program 59

60 Endicott College Beverly Program: PhD: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization: PhD Program PhD Program PhD Program PhD Program Class Times: Minimum Credit Hour Requirement: Thesis Required for PhD: Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Approved MA BHE March 2014, Pending NEASC April 2014 Evening, Weekend N/A $TBD GRE/MAT Statement of professional goals and research interests, official transcripts undergraduate and graduate work with 3.0 GPA at the Masters level, 3 Letters of recommendation, RN Licensure current and unrestricted, Basic statistics course, admission interview with the program director, current resume, submission of any published works or scholarly paper, TOEFL required if English is not first language Transfer Credits Accepted-Master's: 6 Application Fee: $50 Ongoing Dr. Kelly Fisher, PhD, RN Director Graduate Program Endicott College 376 Hale Street Telephone: [email protected] 60

61 Master s Program Framingham State University Framingham Program: MS: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization-Master's: Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Minimum Credit Hour Requirement: Thesis Required for Master's: Nursing leadership or nursing education Sit for Certified nurse educator (CNE) CCNE no Students stay in cohorts throughout the two year program Hybrid programs meeting face to face every other week Classes 5-9pm one night per week Masters 40 credits Ten 4-credit courses Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: $ MAT required for those with GPA less than 3.0 overall and less than 3.25 in nursing courses Statistics course with C or better Two letters of recommendation 300 word personal statement Personal Interview Computer literacy Transfer Credits Accepted-Master's: Only nurse educator certificate credits from Framingham State University Application Fee: $50 July 1 Cynthia Francis Bechtel, PhD, RN, CNE, CEN, CHSE MSN coordinator Framingham State University 100 State Street, Framingham, MA Telephone: FAX: [email protected] 61

62 Master s & Doctoral Programs School of Nursing & Health Sciences Simmons College Boston Program: MS: RN to MS: MS(Direct Entry) MS/Dual Track Specialty : Doctoral: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization-Master's: Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Doctoral Program DNP can be part-time: Thesis Required for Master's: Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: Transfer Credits Accepted-Master s: Transfer Credits Accepted-Doctoral Application Fee: DNP Family (FNP) CCNE (Full-time first 16 months for Direct Entry) Day, evenings (Research project instead) $1,234 for all MS/DNP, $1,246 for Direct Entry for (Graduate single rooms) ne Varies see web site; 2 courses 2 courses Varies by program Varies by program Office of Admission, School of Nursing & Health Sciences Simmons College 300 The Fenway Telephone: [email protected] Fax:

63 Master s & Doctoral Programs and Post Master s Certificate Programs University of Massachusetts Boston Boston MA Program: MS: MS/Dual Track Specialty : Doctoral: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization-Master's: Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Doctoral Program Doctoral Program Thesis Required for Master's: Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: Three MSN Tracks: 2 NP, 1 CNS Two Programs: DNP and PhD Adult-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner; Family Nurse Practitioner; Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Also available are Four Post Masters Certificate Programs: Nurse Educator, Adult- Gerontological Nurse Practitioner; Family Nurse Practitioner; Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist CCNE Online and late afternoon/evenings Master s Thesis; Capstone Requirement for DNP; Dissertation Requirement for PhD; Two Doctoral Tracks: BSN-PhD and MSN- PhD for Population Health Track and Health Policy Track; MSN-DNP and BSN-DNP See GRE 63

64 Master s & Doctoral Programs University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Program: MS or Doctoral: Both Areas of Concentration/Clinical Masters Specialization-Master's: Post-MS-certificate Post MS to DNP Post BS to DNP Ph.D. Specialization Masters: Administration, Adult-Gerontology, Family or Acute Care Nursing Practitioner, Nursing Education Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program, CCNE Master's Program Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Days/evenings Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: RI Resident $641: Out of State $962 MAT/GRE waived for DNP and Ph.D. Other Admissions: Application, personal statement, official transcripts, three professional references Transfer Credits Accepted-Master s: 20% of total credits in the curriculum Application Fee: $65 Februay 1 for Fall; vember 15 for Spring Patricia Burbank, D.N.Sc., R.N., FAAN Associate Dean for Academic Affairs University of Rhode Island College of Nursig 39 Butterfield Rd White Hall, Kingston, RI Telephone: [email protected] Fax:

65 Master s Program Worcester State University Worcester, MA Program: Direct Entry MS: RN to MS: Generic Master's (this is Direct Entry): Doctoral: Areas of Concentration/Clinical Specialization-Master's: Graduates Eligible to Sit for Certification Exams: Master's Program Master's Program Nursing Education, Community Public Health, Post MS Certificate Program in Nursing Education, NLN, CNE /CCNE Master's Program Master's Program Class Times: Late Afternoons/Evenings Minimum Credit Hour Requirement: 36 Thesis Required for Master's: Tuition Per Course Credit Hour: $150 Application, references, official transcripts Transfer Credits Accepted-Master's: Application Fee: $50 Rolling admissions Dr. Stephanie Chalupka Associate Dean for Nursing 486 Chandler Street Worcester, MA Telephone: [email protected] 65

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