Cleveland Nursing School
3-Year BSN Program: Become a Nurse Faster With No Prerequisite Coursework
Classes begin February 26th
Why Our Nursing School In Cleveland Is Right For You
- No waitlist to start at our Cleveland nursing campus
- Up to $5,000 scholarships available at our Cleveland campus
- Earn your BSN in three years or less with qualified transfer credits!
- Your Success is Our Priority: Tutoring, Open Lab Time, and Academic Support
- Evening classes for general education courses
- CCNE-Accredited BSN Program
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Our nursing program in Cleveland, OH is designed with one goal: to prepare you for a future career in the health sciences as a registered nurse (RN). We strive for academic excellence through classroom teaching, hands-on simulations, and training in real-world healthcare environments to give you the nursing skills you need.
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Graduate in Less Time With Eligible Transfer Credits
Get Hands-On Experience in Guided Labs
NCLEX-RN Exam Preparation From Day One
Nursing School Curriculum
From day one, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN). Our curriculum combines classroom teaching, hands-on labs, real-world clinical experience, and extensive NCLEX-RN exam prep to get you ready for a successful nursing career.
Sample Classes in Our BSN Curriculum
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Anatomy/Physiology I
- College Mathematics
- First Year Composition (Writing) I
- Human Pathophysiology
- Human Nutrition
- Critical Thinking in Clinical Decision-Making
- Pharmacology I
- Evidence-Based Practice I
- Community Health Nursing + Practicum
- Maternal Health Theory and Application + Practicum
- Transition to the Nursing Profession
- Professional Seminar (NCLEX-RN Preparation)
How Transfer Credits Work
At Arizona College of Nursing, we understand that you want to get the most out of your previous education experience on your journey through nursing school. Students can progress through our BSN program of study in three years or less with qualifying gen ed transfer credits. Our academic advisors will work closely with you to review transcripts and transfer as many credits as possible.
Clinical Partnerships at Our Nursing School in Ohio
In the final year of the program, students spend most of their time in clinical rotations, training in real-world healthcare environments. Hands-on experience with patients and medical professionals is one of the most powerful ways to learn. We make it a priority for our students. We’ve partnered with healthcare providers in Ohio to provide students with opportunities for clinical experience and nursing research by working with nurse leaders.
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Our Cleveland Campus is a Career-Focused Nursing School
We work hard to equip students with the nursing skills & hands-on experience they need to succeed in their chosen field.
Guided Hands-On Simulations
Nursing Career Services and Resources
BSN Curriculum
Accredited Nursing School
Complete NCLEX-RN Exam Prep
Our nursing school in Cleveland, Ohio is designed to start preparing you for the NCLEX-RN exam on day one. Instructors introduce students to NCLEX-RN-style questions and clinical judgment throughout our curriculum to get them comfortable. To learn more about testing format and study strategies, read our blog post Mastering the NCLEX: A Comprehensive Guide to Preparation.
Here are just a few of the ways we prepare you for NCLEX-RN:
- A class dedicated entirely to preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.
- Virtual practice exams customized for each student
- Exam strategies & tips from instructors
- Customized assignments & study plans
With NCLEX-RN exam prep built into our curriculum, your success is our priority. In 2023 Arizona College of Nursing had an average NCLEX-RN pass rate of 89.74%* across all campuses. As a new campus, Cleveland does not yet have NCLEX-RN outcomes available specific to this location.
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Hear From Nursing Students In Our School
The teachers and administration of Arizona College really do care about us. In my first month of school, the Dean had a meeting with me to see how I was feeling. I don’t think I could find that level of support anywhere else.
If you are doubting whether you can become a nurse, the Arizona College teachers and staff will show you that you absolutely can. Every teacher is dedicated to mentoring and supporting students as much as possible.
Finally, a Nursing School Near Me in Cleveland!
Our nursing school in Ohio serves the entire Cleveland metropolitan area including Parma, Lakewood, Euclid, and Akron.
Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday-Sunday Closed
Additional hours available upon request.
Our Nursing Program in Cleveland
At Arizona College of Nursing, we know nursing students. You dream of becoming a nurse, but your life is already extremely busy, so you ask yourself how you can make it happen.
We have tailored our courses to match your busy life. During the first four semesters of general education classes, they are held in the evenings and each course is completed in just eight weeks. New sessions start six times per year, so you are not restricted to starting school in just Fall or Spring. Start when the timing is right for you.
Our nursing campus in Cleveland is located in Beachwood right off the I-271. We are less than 10 miles away from the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Hospital, less than 20 miles from Downtown Cleveland, and 30 minutes from Downtown Akron.
Stop by our nursing school to learn more about our three-year BSN degree program. Visit our Cleveland Campus Life and Campus Leadership pages for more information on our nursing program and student life in the Cleveland area.
Conditional approval by the Ohio State Board of Nursing
Learn How Our Cleveland Nursing School Faculty and Leadership Bring Practice to the Classroom
Our faculty and leadership at the Cleveland campus have real-world nursing experience and want to help equip you for a successful career. With mentorship and hands-on guidance in in-person labs and simulations, you can apply what you’re learning to advanced nursing practice scenarios.
Meet Our Cleveland Nursing School Campus Leadership
What inspired you to pursue a career in nursing education?
“I started my nursing career in 1986. I started out in Geriatric Nursing and absolutely fell in love with the senior population. Because both sets of my grandparents passed before I was old enough to know them, these geriatric patients became my “extended family”. To assist them with not only their physical needs but their emotional needs was extremely rewarding. I can’t begin to tell you how many life lessons I learned from those Seniors I provided care for. I believe they helped shape me into the nurse educator that I am today! I always had a love for teaching and once I found nursing education, I knew it was the perfect avenue for me to bring my years of nursing experience into the classroom and help teach, shape, and nurture our future nurses! I feel honored to be a member of such a great profession and a part of future nurses!”
What makes Arizona College of Nursing different from other nursing schools in Ohio?
“Arizona College of Nursing cares about the success of their students. Because we have small class sizes, we can give each student individualized attention and guidance to be successful. We have a thorough and well thought out system that really sets the students up for success. Most of all, we care about each student and pride ourselves into taking the time to prove it.”
What support resources are available to nursing school students at the Cleveland campus?
“We have amazing resources here at our Cleveland campus. At Arizona College of Nursing, we have highly experienced educators, administrators, and staff who are committed to student success. We have amazing skills labs, a start of the art simulation center, where students will have professional guidance while practicing all their required skills. Our learning resource center is a great place for students to do group study, receive free tutoring, or network with their peers and staff. The resource that makes the biggest difference is our incredible team that are here to help students succeed.”
Nursing School Scholarship Opportunities in Cleveland
As you consider nursing programs in Ohio, we know that the cost of the program is an important factor in your decision. Students can receive up to $5,000 in scholarship support.
Click the button below to learn more about our Cleveland nursing scholarships and to determine eligibility
- Futures Scholarship
- Advancement Scholarship
- Working Parent Scholarship
- Achievement Scholarship
- Opportunity Scholarship
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FAQ at Our Cleveland Campus
Browse below to learn about nursing concepts or click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions at our Cleveland nursing school. To find a nursing school near you, visit our Campus Locations page.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Arizona College of Nursing – Cleveland is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.aacnnursing.org). All Arizona College of Nursing campuses are also institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Understanding the differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) school and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) school is crucial to planning your nursing career path. This because the education requirements between RNs and LPNs vary significantly. An LPN program typically takes about one to two years to complete. It is intended to prepare students for entry-level nursing roles to perform basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurse (RNs) and physicians.
There is no limit to how many times you can retake retake the NCLEX-RN in Ohio, but all applicable exam fees are required each time, and you must wait 45 days from the date of exam administration to retake the Ohio NCLEX-RN. After that, you may schedule another exam attempt; however, before this, the candidate must first obtain a new Authorization to Test (ATT) from the Ohio Board of Nursing. Once the ATT is provided, the candidate may begin the process of rescheduling the NCLEX-RN.
Source: https://nursingexams.org/nclex/taking-the-nclex-in-ohio/
Registered Nurses in Ohio have a median nursing salary of $79,940 per year.
As you will be newly entering the workforce, it’s important to know that you will likely not start at the median rate but would likely increase your earnings with experience.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that Registered Nurses in Ohio range from a low rate of $64,480 per year, to the highest-paid Nurses earning as much as $105,380 per year for their nursing salary.
Updated 06/2024 Source: https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1141.00?st=OH
You can read more about our admissions requirements here [https://www.arizonacollege.edu/admissions/]. For detailed information about the nursing prerequisites for our BSN program, please contact our admissions office. They can provide you with the specific details and answer any questions you may have about our application process.
A nursing assistant provides basic patient care and support, such as helping with daily activities and monitoring vital signs, under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). An RN, on the other hand, typically has more advanced training and responsibilities, including developing and implementing patient care plans, administering medications, and performing complex medical procedures. RNs also oversee and coordinate care provided by nursing assistants and other healthcare staff.
Earning a BSN degree can open doors to more advanced roles and opportunities in the nursing field as an RN. Our BSN program in Cleveland is designed to provide the comprehensive education and clinical experience to help advance your career.
Arizona College of Nursing – Cleveland
(216) 423-6804 info@arizonacollege.edu
3401 Enterprise Parkway Suite 100 Beachwood, OH 44122
Certificate of Registration and Program Authorization for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program from the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools of Ohio; Beachwood Registration #2212.
Accreditations
1 The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacnnursing.org).
2 All Arizona College of Nursing and Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.