The major in Nursing is accredited by:
The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
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Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Part-time and full-time students with a registered nurse license may enroll in the major at University Park or at one of seven other Penn State locations (Altoona College, Capital College, and University College: Fayette, Mont Alto, New Kensington, Shenango, and Worthington Scranton).
Upon admission, previous college course work will be considered for transfer into the nursing program. The student must have earned a C or better and provide an official transcript.
Senate legislation 42-97 Credit by Portfolio Assessment enables students to receive credit for certain prescribed nursing courses. Students must carry liability insurance and have an annual health examination, and be certified in adult and child CPR when enrolled in any clinical courses.
Students also are responsible for their own transportation to clinical settings and may need the use of a car.
Criminal background and child abuse history clearances are required.
Interested in becoming a nurse?
If you are interested, please contact:
Dr. Kathy Mastrian
Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Nursing
Email: kgm1@psu.edu
Phone: (724)-983-2871
For admissions information, contact the Penn State Shenango Admissions Office at (724) 983-2803.
