Nursing Pathways

Getting Started: Step Two

Choose a Nursing Program

Begin by researching schools that have nursing programs. When making this decision, factor in the distance of the school from your work or home. Make sure that the school is approved by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) or the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) for your state.

This information may also be obtained online at your state's BRN Web site and BVNPT Web site. In addition, you can view Board pass rates for colleges at the same Web sites. You can also find information about choosing a school that's right for you at chooseNursing.com.

Once you have narrowed your search to a few schools, make sure you complete the following steps:

  • Call the school and request that a nursing program guide be sent to you
  • Visit the campus in person
  • Apply at more than one school to increase your chances of being accepted