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You may be closer to a career in nursing than you think.
Become a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with a PN/VN diploma or get licensed as an RN, with your ADN or BSN degree. Nursing is a versatile field where you can make a difference in hundreds of potential roles and settings.
Wherever you land, you can make a positive impact on the lives of your patients. Plus, you can enjoy an in-demand career with many opportunities to specialize in a category of care that sparks your passion.
Let us help you launch your first career or shift into a rewarding second act. Whether your priority is working ASAP, earning a bachelor’s degree, or something in between—we have options to bring your dream to life.
“Pre-licensure” is a term for nursing programs you would enroll in before you’ve earned your license as an RN or LPN/LVN. Pre-licensure nursing programs at Galen include:
You must come to campus for any pre-licensure program.
* Note: The bridge program is a pathway to an associate degree for students with an LPN/LVN license.
“Post-licensure” is a term for nursing education programs you could choose after you’ve earned your RN license. Galen offers all its post-licensure programs online only:
If you want to see what programs are offered in your area, find your campus. We’ll give you the support you need to become a confident nurse. Whether you’re looking for academic assistance, on-demand tutoring, access to personal counselors, or financial support services—you’ll have many resources at your disposal to help meet your goals.
If you have questions, just ask. We’ve guided tens of thousands of people who became nurses. We’re here to help you start a career in nursing that fits your vision and lifestyle.
Start your nursing career at a school that wants to help everyone who’s drawn to the profession become a confident, competent, and caring nurse. We offer accessibility and flexibility by offering program start dates multiple times per year. All courses are offered every term. As soon as you’re ready, we’re ready.
The BSN gives you the broadest education and a respected credential that is often a springboard to more specialized roles, faster opportunities to advance, and the foundation for a master’s or doctorate.
This three-year, accelerated bachelor’s degree delivers the knowledge and skills you need to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam confidently. Join the nursing field ready for the widest opportunities.
You can choose from a wide range of places to work. RNs are needed in hospitals, doctor’s offices, public health clinics, telehealth, emergency rooms, secondary schools and birthing centers.
Some roles you may qualify for include:
You are a valued member of the healthcare team, working closely with other professionals to deliver complex care. Your BSN gives you extensive clinical experiences and the broad, general education courses where you can polish your communication and research skills. You are ready for a wide-open future.
The ADN program allows you to hit the ground running. It’s your fastest path to an RN without any previous experience required. This program takes as little as 24 months when you go to Galen full-time.
Gain the comprehension you need to confidently take the NCLEX-RN nursing boards. In general, RNs who hold an ADN have similar career outcomes to those with a BSN. However, if you set a goal that requires a bachelor’s or graduate degree, you will need to earn a BSN at some point.
You can choose from a wide range of places to work. RNs are needed in hospitals, doctor’s offices, public health clinics, telehealth, emergency rooms, secondary schools, and birth centers.
Some roles you may qualify for include:
Spend your time as an important member of the patient care team, interacting with patients and their families, assessing and monitoring health—all while helping to create, manage, and carry out patient care plans. Take satisfaction in the crucial guidance and emotional support you provide people.
Once you hold a PN (or VN in Texas) license, you may find more opportunities to advance your career and potentially make more money with an ADN, which allows you to become an RN.
You can become an RN in as little as 18 months with this streamlined program that builds on your practical/vocational nursing education. Gain the next level of knowledge you need to take the NCLEX-RN nursing boards confidently.
Many students who choose this path find their PN/VN education has prepared them very well for the ADN. They make this next career smoothly.
You can choose from a wide range of places to work. RNs are needed in hospitals, doctor’s offices, public health clinics, telehealth, emergency rooms, secondary schools and birthing centers.
Some roles you may qualify for include:
Spend your time at work interacting with patients and their families. You perform health assessments and administer an IV. You create and coordinate patient care plans. Blended with the education you provide to your patients is the emotional support you offer.
Your education in this program is thorough and high-quality. The pacing means you can start earning in the field of nursing quickly and confidently. The Practical Nursing program (or Vocational Nursing in Texas) takes as little as 12 months when you study full-time. (Evening program available only on the San Antonio campus.) This is the fastest path for most people into a nursing career.
With this pathway, you start building work experience sooner. Then, if you decide to advance your career as an RN, you can pursue an ADN with us, whenever you’re ready.
You can choose from a wide range of places to work. LPN/LVNs are needed in hospitals, doctor’s offices, nursing care facilities, home healthcare, insurance companies, travel nursing and more.
Some roles you may qualify for include:
Spend your time at work interacting with patients. From lifting and transporting people, to taking vital signs and giving injections, you’ll discover why variety really is the spice of life.
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