Nursing Programs
Offered by Colleges and Universities
in Palm Beach County, Florida
Colleges & Universities
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) – Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
Undergraduate Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam and entry-level nursing practice. (ABSN Programs)
Graduate Programs:
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Offers concentrations such as Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Holistic Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, and Nursing Administration and Financial Leadership.
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Focuses on advanced clinical practice and leadership.
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Post-Graduate Certificates: Available in areas like Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, and Nursing Administration. (Florida Atlantic University, Florida Atlantic University)
Continuing Education:
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Offers certificates in Telehealth, Teaching/Learning Grounded in Caring Science, and Compassionate Care of Older Adults at Risk for or Experiencing Dementia. (Florida Atlantic University)
Accreditation:
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All nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). (Florida Atlantic University)
Palm Beach State College (PBSC)
Programs:
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Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing: Prepares students to become Registered Nurses (RNs) and sit for the NCLEX-RN exam.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Designed for RNs seeking to advance their education. (PBA • Palm Beach Atlantic University)
Continuing Education:
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Offers noncredit courses, workshops, and seminars, including certification courses and continuing education units (CEUs). (Palm Beach State College)
Keiser University – West Palm Beach Campus
Programs:
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Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN): Provides foundational nursing education.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Available in traditional, accelerated, and RN-to-BSN formats.
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Offers advanced nursing education.
Accreditation:
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Nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE. (Nursing Careers)
Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA)
Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam.
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Health Systems Leadership: Focuses on leadership roles in healthcare settings.
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Family Nurse Practitioner Track: Prepares nurses for advanced practice roles. (ABSN Programs)
Accreditation:
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Nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE. (Nursing Careers)
South University – West Palm Beach Campus
Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Designed for students entering the nursing profession.
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RN to BSN: For current RNs seeking a bachelor's degree.
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Family Nurse Practitioner: Prepares nurses for advanced practice roles. (South University, Keiser University, South University)
Accreditation:
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Nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE.
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) – Palm Beach Campus
Programs:
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Includes traditional and accelerated tracks.
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Offers specializations such as Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Focuses on clinical practice leadership.
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Post-Graduate Certificates: Available in various advanced practice areas. (nursing.nova.edu)
Accreditation:
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Nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE.