Nursing Schools in Texas

Texas is a larger than life state and known for its size and hospitable residents. Recognized as the second largest state in the USA, Texas demands its presence in both area and population. The state motto is friendship and it is no surprise that Texas is often referred to as the most hospitable and friendliest state in America. Due to its size, there are multiple climate zones within the state, but overall Texas experiences hot summers, lots of thunderstorms, and even a few destructive hurricanes from time to time. The capital city of Austin and the largest city of Houston make up a vast majority of educational institutions in the state. Some of the leading nursing schools in Texas are found in these major cities and a large demand for health care in the state keeps the schools full of students and potential graduates. read more [+]

One of the more easily recognized nursing schools in Career Point College located in San Antonio. The college offers its own nursing division where students may specialize in one of the career focused nursing programs. Current programs available in nursing at Career Point include vocational nursing and nurse aid. Both programs prepare students for the competency evaluations and licensures through a comprehensive state approved education plan. An on campus student services and career services department is available to assist with job prospecting and ongoing education plans. Helpful resources and one-on-one career counseling are available for current students and recent graduates of Career Point College.

The Career Center of Texas also welcomes students looking to pursue a career focused curriculum in nursing. Students are presented with hands-on training in a structured environment with one-on-one instruction from a qualified professor or teacher. Flexible scheduling is available for students who are trying to balance a full-time work schedule and family along with their academic career.

University of Phoenix

Bachelor
BS in Nursing (RN Required)
Dallas, Houston, San Antonio

MedVance Institute

Diploma
Vocational Nursing
Grand Prairie

National American University Campus

Master
Master of Science Nursing
Austin

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute

Certificate
Nurse Assistant
McAllen, Brownsville, Weslaco, Corpus Christi

Computer Career Center

Diploma
Vocational Nurse, Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid
El Paso

Kaplan College

Certificate, Diploma
Diploma: Vocational Nursing: As vocational nurses, our graduates can work in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, Department of Corrections, military, outpatient clinics and physicians' offices. This is an intensive one-year nursing education program designed for caring, critical thinking individuals interested in a healthcare profession.
Other programs available at Kaplan College: Certificate: Nurse Aide
San Antonio, Corpus Christi

Texas Careers

Diploma, Certificate
Certificate: Nurse Aide: Are you interested in a career assisting those in need? The nurse aide program at Texas Careers, San Antonio campus, can help you get started. Our nurse aide program can provide you with the practical knowledge and technical skills you need to seek entry-level employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and other patient-oriented settings.
Other programs available at Texas Careers: Diploma: Vocational Nursing
San Antonio

Career Point College

Diploma
Nurse Aide
San Antonio

Career Centers of Texas

Diploma
Diploma: Vocational Nursing: As vocational nurses, our graduates can work in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, Department of Corrections, military, outpatient clinics and physicians' offices. This is an intensive one-year nursing education program designed for caring, critical thinking individuals interested in a healthcare profession.
Other programs available at Career Centers of Texas: Diploma: Vocational Nursing
Corpus Christi

Concorde

Diploma
Vocational Nursing
Arlington

Other cities in Texas

Online Schools

The following is a list of schools that offer online Nursing Schools programs.

Independence University

  • MS - Nursing Wellness
  • MS - Nursing
  • BS - Nursing
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  • MS - Nursing Administration
  • MS - Nursing Community Health

OTHER COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES IN TEXAS

Angelo State University

2601 W Avenue N, San Angelo, Texas 76909
Telephone:(325) 942-2555
http://www.angelo.edu

Houston Baptist University

7502 Fondren Rd, Houston, Texas 77074
Telephone:(281) 649-3000
http://www.hbu.edu

Lamar University

4400 MLK, Beaumont, Texas 77705
Telephone:(409) 880-7011
http://www.lamar.edu

North Central Texas College

1525 W California Street, Gainesville, Texas 76240
Telephone:(940) 668-7731
http://www.nctc.edu

Prairie View A & M University

5th Street Ave. A, Prairie View, Texas 77446
Telephone:(936) 261-3311
http://www.pvamu.edu

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

3601 4th Street, Lubbock, Texas 79430
Telephone:(806) 743-2484 x254
http://www.ttuhsc.edu

Texas Woman's University

304 Administration Dr, Denton, Texas 76201
Telephone:(940) 898-2000
http://www.twu.edu

The University of Texas at Arlington

701 S. Nedderman Dr., Arlington, Texas 76013
Telephone:(817) 272-2011
http://www.uta.edu

The University of Texas at Brownsville

80 Fort Brown, Brownsville, Texas 78520
Telephone:(956) 882-8200
http://www.utb.edu

The University of Texas at Tyler

3900 University Blvd, Tyler, Texas 75799
Telephone:(903) 566-7000
http://www.uttyler.edu/

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

7000 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77030
Telephone:(713) 500-4472
http://www.uthouston.edu/

The University of Texas Medical Branch

301 University Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77555
Telephone:(409) 772-1011
http://www.utmb.edu

West Texas A & M University

2501 4th Ave, Canyon, Texas 79016
Telephone:(806) 651-4636
http://www.wtamu.edu