Washington State University, located in Spokane, Washington, also offers a prestigious nursing program. Established in 1968, this program has approximately 930 students enrolled each year, and offers programs that culminate in a BSN, MN or PhD. According to the school's website, the program also awards nursing students over $160,000 in merit aid and scholarships each year. Students can specialize or enroll in courses on obstetric nursing and care.
Washington State University
PO Box 1495
Spokane, WA 99210
509-324-7338
nursing.wsu.edu
The Northwestern Institute of Health and Technology, located in Chicago, Illinois, offers a practical nursing degree that enables students to enroll in obstetric nursing after successfully completing 100 semester hours. This course emphasizes therapeutic, preventive and supportive care for new and expectant mothers, and students work hands-on with obstetricians and patients in the community. The course also prepares students to take the National Council Licensing Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN) examination, which is required of all obstetric nurses.?
Northwestern Institute of Health and Technology
4641 N. Ashland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640
773-506-2136
nwiht.org/
The School of Nursing at Loyola University, New Orleans, also offers a Bachelor of Nursing Science that allows students to study obstetric nursing. This program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to student learning. Students enroll in a 121-semester hour program and may study at the program's New Orleans, Baton Rouge or surrounding area campuses. Students enroll in seven-week courses that meet once a week or can be fulfilled online.
Loyola University New Orleans
6363 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-865-3142
css.loyno.edu/nursing