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University of Central Florida Receives Grant to Increase Hispanic/Latina/o/x Health Care Graduates, Decrease Gap in Representation

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Central Florida (UCF) has been awarded a two-year $250,000 grant from Bank of America to support Hispanic/Latina/o/x students pursuing careers in health care through its Progresando Initiative. The initiative was created to help Hispanic/Latina/o/x students achieve upward economic mobility through careers in health care, while also helping to increase representation and address the shortage of culturally proficient, Spanish-speaking health providers.

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  • The initiative was created to help Hispanic/Latina/o/x students achieve upward economic mobility through careers in health care, while also helping to increase representation and address the shortage of culturally proficient, Spanish-speaking health providers.
  • "Through the Progresando Initiative with UCF we're supporting Hispanic/Latino students beginning health care careers while strengthening the pipeline to support employer demand."
  • Based on population growth and increasing needs for quality health care, Hispanic/Latina/o/x populations also continue to face disproportionate barriers to access, availability and affordability of health care.
  • Commitments like Progresando are critical to increasing the representation of Hispanic/Latina/o/x health care professionals, enhancing the capacity to deliver health care services and driving greater economic mobility for Hispanic/Latina/o/x communities.

Benchworks Announces Fourth Annual Nursing Education Impact Awards Winners

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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To help solve for the shortages Nurse.org's State of Nursing Report recommends, among other solutions, ongoing investment in nursing education.

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  • To help solve for the shortages Nurse.org's State of Nursing Report recommends, among other solutions, ongoing investment in nursing education.
  • For the fourth year, Skyfactor Benchworks, a Macmillan Learning brand, is awarding the Assessment and Impact Awards for Nursing Education to recognize and celebrate the innovative ways that nursing schools are creating positive education experiences within their programs.
  • Skyfactor Benchworks, which provides research-based program benchmarking and assessments, established the Assessment and Impact Awards for Nursing Education to highlight nursing schools that are successfully using data to improve their programs.
  • Skyfactor Benchworks assessments are the most widely used programs in nursing education and have been available for nearly 25 years.

University of Phoenix Launches New Master’s Program in Nursing and Psychiatric Mental Health

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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University of Phoenix College of Nursing has launched a new Master of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN/PMH) program preparing registered nurses (RNs) for advanced practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), specializing in neuropsychiatric care and treatment.

Key Points: 
  • University of Phoenix College of Nursing has launched a new Master of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN/PMH) program preparing registered nurses (RNs) for advanced practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), specializing in neuropsychiatric care and treatment.
  • With a national deficit of psychiatric care which is particularly acute in rural areas, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners are helping to fill gaps in care .
  • Our healthcare system has a critical need for nurse practitioners and mental health APRNs, states Raelene Brooks, Ph.D., RN, dean of the College of Nursing.
  • Individuals who enroll in the MSN/PMH degree program are eligible for the University of Phoenix Nursing Bridge Program .

WGU Labs Supports CBE Transformation of Florida A&M and Florida Atlantic University Nursing Programs

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WGU Labs, the research and development arm of Western Governors University (WGU), has successfully continued its efforts in competency-based education (CBE) implementation at Florida A&M University and Florida Atlantic University.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WGU Labs, the research and development arm of Western Governors University (WGU), has successfully continued its efforts in competency-based education (CBE) implementation at Florida A&M University and Florida Atlantic University.
  • In addition, WGU Labs will work with Florida A&M Universitys nursing faculty to co-design CBE curriculum, assessments, and learning activities.
  • At Florida Atlantic University, WGU Labs offered a series of workshops to help faculty redesign their courses as needed.
  • Our partnership with WGU Labs is special, explained Dr. Shelley Johnson, dean of the School of Nursing at Florida A&M University.

Hondros College of Nursing Opens New Campus near Detroit

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hondros College of Nursing (HCN) today announced its new campus in the Detroit area to help address the current nursing shortage across Michigan and the United States. The college enrolls Practical Nursing (PN) program students at the campus located at 30700 Telegraph Road, Bingham Farms, Michigan.

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  • "Hondros College of Nursing is opening this new campus to provide the education and training necessary for healthcare employers in the Detroit area, and we are excited to be a part of the community," said Harry Wilkins, Chief Executive Officer at Hondros College of Nursing.
  • The new campus is now enrolling PN students from the Detroit area and is the eighth campus location for Hondros College of Nursing.
  • "Ciena Healthcare is looking forward to the opening of the Detroit campus of Hondros College of Nursing," said Allyson Bakewell, RN, BSN, MBA, director of talent acquisition at Ciena Healthcare.
  • In addition to the new Detroit campus, Hondros College of Nursing educates students at six Ohio campuses and one in Indiana.

U.S. News & World Report's 2023 Best Colleges ranks University of Detroit Mercy among top U.S. universities for fourth consecutive year

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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DETROIT, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --University of Detroit Mercy ranksamong top national universities byU.S.

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  • DETROIT, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --University of Detroit Mercy ranksamong top national universities byU.S.
  • Detroit Mercy is the highest ranked private university in Michigan.
  • University of Detroit Mercy ranks among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for fourth year in a row.
  • The outstanding quality and affordability of a Detroit Mercy education is what attracts top students to the University.

Frontier Nursing University Names Dr. Paula Alexander-Delpech as Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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Versailles, Ky, Sept. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is proud to announce that Dr. Paula Alexander-Delpech, Ph.D., PMHNP-BC, APRN, has been named the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer (CDIO).

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  • Versailles, Ky, Sept. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is proud to announce that Dr. Paula Alexander-Delpech, Ph.D., PMHNP-BC, APRN, has been named the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer (CDIO).
  • We know she will continue to provide the direction, passion, and leadership necessary to further the essential work of FNUs Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • The five SIGs are International Students in Nursing, LGBTQIA+ Students in Nursing, Men in Nursing, Military/Veterans in Nursing, and Students of Color in Nursing.
  • I am so honored to accept the role of Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Frontier Nursing University, Dr. Alexander-Delpech said.

Unitek Learning Names VP of Nursing, Regulation, and Program Expansion

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a new addition to their leadership team. In June, Rick García, Ph.D., RN, CCM, FAAOHN, FNYAM, FAADN, joined Unitek as the Vice President of Nursing, Regulation, and Program Expansion.

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  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a new addition to their leadership team.
  • In June, Rick Garca, Ph.D., RN, CCM, FAAOHN, FNYAM, FAADN, joined Unitek as the Vice President of Nursing, Regulation, and Program Expansion.
  • "We are so thrilled to welcome Dr. Garca to Unitek," said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek Learning.
  • Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek College, Unitek EMT, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, and Brookline College.

New Master of Science in Nursing for Entry into Nursing Practice Program at Rosalind Franklin University Clears Final Regulatory Step

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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We're hoping to inspire more young people to enter the nursing profession and practice in their communities.

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  • We're hoping to inspire more young people to enter the nursing profession and practice in their communities.
  • We're confident that we can graduate the nurses our clinical partners need to help improve quality of care and patient outcomes."
  • "We're bringing together a network of support focused on enhancing the diversity and advanced degree preparation of Lake County's nursing workforce," Dr. Larson said.
  • The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

Concorde-Aurora to Offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree for Fall 2022

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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AURORA, Colo., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., a national leader in health care education, has launched a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program at its Aurora campus to help address the widespread shortage of registered nurses (RN).

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  • This blended format helps students obtain the knowledge necessary in providing patient care while using critical thinking and health care technology.
  • The 29-month program will accommodate 24 students per term, allowing 48 students to pursue a career in nursing throughout the year.
  • Enrollment is now open, and coursework will begin in September 2022.
  • Concorde's 25 student-focused academic programs and personalized support prepares graduates for in-demand careers in nursing, dental, respiratory, diagnostic and other health care roles.