Nursing Schools in Florida

With a natural beauty of palm trees and beach front living, Florida is a remarkable place to live or visit. Students from all over the country have selected Florida as the place to receive their education because of the state’s ideal location. For those who love to spend time doing outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, diving, or simply lying on the beach, Florida is a prime spot. Some area students can actually be seen on the beach with their school books in hand. What a great way to spend time studying for finals. With its growing population, medical and nursing schools in Florida have grown in number to accommodate the increased demand. Some of the most well known nursing schools include the University of Phoenix, Herzing University, and Keiser University.

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University of Phoenix

The University of Phoenix offers bachelor and associate degree programs as well as certificates in a number of nursing programs. The most popular is the LPN or BSN degrees. Both online and on campus options are available to students depending on their schedule accommodations. The college’s flexibility with coursework allows students to work at their own pace while still learning the hands-on skills required to be successful in the nursing field.

Master, Bachelor
MS in Nursing - Nursing/Health Care Education: The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education* enhances the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate- degree preparation.
Other programs available at University of Phoenix: MS in Nursing/MBA/ Health Care Management, BS in Nursing (RN Required), MS in Nursing (RN Required), MS in Nursing/Master of Health Administration
Plantation, Jacksonville, Maitland, Temple Terrace

South University - Campus

Bachelor
Nursing RN to BSN Degree Completion: The Nursing RN to BSN degree completion program at South University is designed for registered nurses who hold an associate?s degree from a regionally accredited institution or who are diploma graduates of a school of nursing accredited by the National League of Nursing (NLNAC).
Other programs available at South University - Campus: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
West Palm Beach, Tampa

Herzing University

Associate
AS in Nursing - LPN to RN Bridge
Winter Park

Lincoln Technical Institute

Coursework
Nursing
Casselberry

Keiser University

Herzing University and Keiser University are other nursing schools in Florida that offer both online curriculums in nursing as well as on campus arrangements. Both schools offer a bridge program that allows already existing RNs to receive their BSN. A master degree program in nursing is also available at Herzing. The advanced nursing degrees allow students to increase their earning potential and growth in the nursing industry.

Bachelor
Nursing, BS (Online Only)
Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Lakeland, Melbourne, Orlando, Sarasota, Tallahassee, West Palm Beach

Keiser Career College

Diploma, Associate
Practical Nurse: Practical Nurses care for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. Healthcare employment opportunities are available in long term care, home health, hospitals and outpatient settings. Clinical experience is provided at extended care facilities and hospitals. A diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of this program.
Other programs available at Keiser Career College: RN Bridge Program
New Port Richey, Jacksonville

MedVance Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing
Miami, Stuart, Lake Worth