Clarkson College

Clarkson College’s Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics is offered in Omaha, Nebraska. The program prepares professionals to use health care information systems and data analytics, including the collection, analysis and application of health data, and leads to a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics. The curriculum is delivered online and runs for three semesters, with an 18-credit-hour course plan and individual courses lasting six or seven and a half weeks. Coursework covers management of health information, systems and database design, health care information systems, data analytics and project management. Admission is intended for professionals who have earned a bachelor’s degree.

At a glance

• Format: Online
• Next start: Rolling Admissions
• Leads to: Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics

Clarkson College’s Post-Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Omaha, Nebraska, develops graduate-level knowledge, skills, and competencies for leadership development. The certificate focuses on leadership, diversity, organizational systems, strategic planning, communication, and change management for leadership in healthcare and educational settings. It can be completed as a stand-alone credential or as part of the Doctor of Education in Healthcare Education and Leadership degree option. The program is delivered online on a part-time or full-time basis and requires 16–18 semester hours. Coursework includes an independent study opportunity allowing a leadership topic or project to be pursued under faculty supervision. The program’s published information does not state admission requirements.

At a glance

• Format: Online
• Next start: Rolling Admissions

The Medical 3D Printing and Visualization Specialist certificate option prepares imaging professionals to be knowledgeable and proficient in the 3D printing process. Advanced 3D printing technology allows health care professionals to generate full anatomical models from computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), angiography and ultrasound images. These models can be used to help reduce surgical time, improve surgical preparation, decrease fluoroscopy time, lower cost to patients, and increase education and interprofessional collaboration, which ultimately leads to positive patient outcomes.

Clarkson College’s Computed Tomography Certificate in Omaha, Nebraska, prepares students for work or an externship in computed tomography and provides didactic preparation for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists post-primary certification in Computed Tomography. The program is delivered fully online, with cross-sectional classes available online or in a hybrid format, and runs for two to four semesters. Start dates are offered in spring, summer and fall. Admission requires ARRT registration and certification as a technologist, or current enrollment in a radiography program.

At a glance

• Format: Online
• Next start: spring, summer and fall
• Leads to: ARRT post-primary certification in Computed Tomography

Phlebotomy Technician Program at Clarkson College

Unlock your potential in healthcare with Clarkson College's Phlebotomy Technician program, designed to equip you with the essential skills for a rewarding career in blood collection and patient care. This program offers a unique blend of flexible learning modalities including online, hybrid, and in-person options, ensuring accessibility for diverse schedules. With comprehensive hands-on training and a focus on ethical, compassionate care, you'll gain the expertise to efficiently handle blood samples and interact professionally with patients. Prepare for National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification and become a highly sought-after professional in the healthcare industry, backed by Clarkson College's long-standing tradition of excellence and innovative approach to education.

Program Details:

• Cost: $69 (likely per credit hour or specific fee component; additional fees for life support and continuing education may apply)
• Duration: 4 to 12 months (flexible, consisting of 325 hours of online coursework plus a 40-hour externship, totaling 365 hours)
• Schedule: Online, hybrid, and in-person flexible training formats
• Prerequisites: Proof of high school graduation or equivalent; general college admission requirements apply.
• Accreditations: Clarkson College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The program prepares students for Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), whose certifications are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for efficient and professional healthcare roles as Certified Phlebotomy Technicians.

Known for its high caliber and proficiency in online education, the Clarkson College online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program attracts registered nurses from across the U.S. who are interested in experiencing greater challenges, opportunities and advantages in their nursing careers.

Our rigorous and patient-focused MSN program prepares graduates to function independently and collaboratively in designing, implementing and evaluating complex health care strategies in a variety of advanced-practice nursing roles.

Clarkson College's Certified Nursing Assistant certification class is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills essential to become successful healthcare professionals. The course is available both on-campus and online, allowing for flexible studies and providing students with a comprehensive overview of patient care and safety. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from Clarkson College and be eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program exam.

The Clarkson College LPN to BSN program is designed for the LPN nurse who is interested in earning a Bachelor’s degree and obtaining the position of a registered nurse. The program is available on a full- or part-time basis. Coursework is completed primarily on campus with some courses also available online.

Along with your general education, support and nursing theory courses, a portion of your credit hours for the LPN to BSN program option are also completed in the clinical setting. As a graduate of the LPN to BSN program, you become eligible to sit for the state examination for licensure as a registered nurse.

The Clarkson College online Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program provides associate-degree or diploma-prepared RNs an opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and advance in their professional nursing career.

The RN to BSN program has a tremendous reputation for its level of academic excellence, proficiency in online education, customizable and accelerated study options and small student-to-faculty ratio. The curriculum includes a series of core and nursing courses related to evidence-based practice, leadership and population health, which provides students with advanced knowledge to prepare them to be leaders in the nursing field.

With the goal of preparing well-educated and highly skilled advanced practice nurses, the program is designed to align with the core competencies outlined by the Institute of Medicine. Application to real-world scenarios is emphasized through coursework and faculty-led class discussions, so you may begin applying what you learn as it’s taught in the classroom.

Upon successful completion of the RN to BSN program, your enhanced knowledge can lead to advanced opportunities in the nursing field, as well as serve as a pathway toward a career as a nurse practitioner or nursing instructor, administrator or researcher.

If you have considered pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, Clarkson College also offers an online RN to MSN option that allows you to apply credit earned at the Bachelor degree-level toward your Master’s degree.