Nursing
The Nursing Department offers a number of affordable, quality ways to get you into the Health Care field.
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Registered Nurse (RN) Associate Degree
Columbus State's Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree (ADN) prepares our graduates to provide direct care to clients with common health problems in a variety of settings. After successful completion of the five-semester program, students are eligible to apply to take the NCLEX-RN exam. Please reach out to the Admission Committee at rnadmissions@cscc.edu if you have questions.
Registered Nurse (RN) Associate DegreeRN to BSN Completion
If you’ve completed your associate degree in nursing (ADN) and are ready to continue your education, enroll in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing-Completion program. The program is designed for working RNs, so you can balance work, school and life. Classes are offered entirely online, with part-time and full-time options available.
RN to BSN CompletionLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certificate
The Practical Nurse Program is a part-time evening and weekend program designed to prepare graduates to provide health care to clients of various ages in a variety of health care settings. The part-time program is designed as a career path for entry-level patient care providers.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) CERTIFICATENurse Aide Certificate (STNA)
This one-class certificate (NURC 1001) qualifies students to take the State-Tested Nursing Aide exam in Ohio.
NURSE AIDE CERTIFICATE (STNA)
Nursing Certificates
We offer a number of certificates aimed at students who either want to enter the health care field, or for nurses who want to expand their credentials.
Nursing Certificates