Owens Community College - Toledo is proud to provide an outstanding vocational program for aspiring healthcare professionals who want to become certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). This program offers a thorough education that equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively respond to emergencies and provide critical care. The program stands out for its commitment to excellence, practical training, and experienced instructors. Students will gain hands-on experience through simulated emergency scenarios and clinical rotations, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-life situations. The curriculum also includes courses in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and patient care to provide a well-rounded education. Graduates will be eligible to take the national certification exam and have excellent employment prospects in hospitals, ambulance services, and other healthcare settings. Overall, this program prepares students for successful careers in emergency medical services and empowers them to make a positive impact on others.

The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at Western Oklahoma State College provides a thorough education in healthcare certification. The program emphasizes practical experience and theoretical knowledge to prepare students for success in the nursing field. Students will complete courses in essential subjects such as anatomy, physiology, and medical-surgical nursing, gaining a solid foundation in healthcare principles and critical thinking skills. The program boasts experienced faculty members who bring real-world expertise to the classroom, as well as a state-of-the-art simulation lab for hands-on practice. Clinical rotations offer valuable opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in real healthcare settings. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam and pursue various employment opportunities in the healthcare industry. Overall, Western Oklahoma State College's ADN program equips students with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for a successful career in nursing.

Graduates of this program will be prepared to advance into administrative and supervisory positions in the nursing and health care fields. The program is designed as a "2+2" program, where program applicants must have earned an associate degree in Nursing from an accredited school and have a current Florida licensure in Nursing. The curriculum in the program follows the state prescribed articulated curriculum for advancement of A.S. degree nurses into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The lower division requirements include 84 credits, including general education, nursing courses and common prerequisite courses. The upper division courses include 36 credit hours of course work that focuses on leadership, management, advanced care concepts, research, and contemporary issues in nursing. The program culminates in a capstone course that synthesizes the concepts learned throughout the program.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed for a person who is currently a Registered Nurse and is seeking to complete the requirements for an earned Bachelor of Science degree. The curriculum provides registered nurses with a better understanding of the ethical, cultural, political, economic, and social issues that affect patients and influence healthcare delivery. Critical thinking, leadership, management, research, physical assessment, and health promotion across a variety of community-based healthcare settings is emphasized in the program. This program is offered online.

The RN to BSN Program at Hillsborough Community College affords registered nurses with an associate degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution, the opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing delivered in an online format. The RN to BSN program is designed for current RNs who are ready to collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare partners seeking to improve patient outcomes and community health.

The focus of the program is on healthcare needs of diverse populations, health promotion and risk reduction in communities, ethical and legal issues, evidence-based practice, and leadership and management. Nurses in the program will develop a solid foundation for advancing their career or preparing for graduate nursing study.

Classes are offered online and are held in eight-week courses.