Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing offers an associate's degree in nursing that can be completed in 24 to 27 months. Candidates submit high school or prior college transcripts, two references and an essay. A minimum GPA of 2.85 is required in order to be considered for the program. Additionally, applicants must meet prerequisite course requirements in social and natural science, English, and psychology. Background checks and a drug screen are conducted on all applicants.
Students in the program at the Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing participate in clinical experience at several Philadelphia-area hospitals, including Temple University Hospital and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. In addition to clinical experience, students complete courses in health assessments, new born health, medical-surgical nursing and pharmacology.
Northeastern Hospital School of Nursing
Helen Fuld Building, Tulip Street Entrance
2301 East Allegheny Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19134
215-926-3172
nehson.templehealth.org
Graduates of the associate's degree program in nursing at the Community College of Philadelphia are prepared to sit for the Pennsylvania licensing examination to become registered nurses. Students in the program participate in clinical experiences at health care facilities throughout the city. In order to be considered for admission, applicants must be high school graduates and have completed high school biology and chemistry, along with two years of math. Applicants undergo a background check, drug screen and child abuse clearance. Students in the program need to maintain a "C" average in all nursing courses and a GPA of 2.0 overall.
Community College of Philadelphia
1700 Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130-3991
215-751-8010
ccp.edu
Students in the diploma program at Aria Health School of Nursing take clinical nursing courses during the first level of the three-level program. Applicants need to hold a high school diploma, and they must complete a college-level chemistry course with a grade of "C" or better. In addition, applicants must undergo a background check, child abuse clearance and the results of a tuberculin test, along with submitting proof of immunizations. Students complete courses in nursing foundations anatomy, microbiology and medical-surgical nursing. They also complete a senior seminar that helps them to prepare for the national licensing examination.
Aria Health School of Nursing
4918 Penn Street
Philadelphia, PA 19124-2696
215-831-6740
ariahealth.org
Roxborough Memorial Hospital offers an associate's degree program in nursing that prepares graduates to take the national licensing examination. During the first year, students are taught how to assess patient needs, and second-year students use the knowledge gained during year one during clinical nursing experiences. Prospective students must have completed several college prerequisites including algebra, anatomy, psychology and nutrition. Nursing curricula consists of courses in health and wellness, mental health, and medical-surgical nursing. Nursing courses are divided between classroom lectures and clinical practice.
Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
5800 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
215-483-9900
roxboroughmemorial.com