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Nurses – patient advocates and skilled care providers – make up the majority of workers in the U.S. healthcare industry. The need for nurses is growing to meet the healthcare needs of a growing number of patients.
Students in OFTC’s Practical Nursing Program take a variety of academic and occupational courses that train them to provide basic medical care, insert catheters, assist patients with daily living activities, discuss healthcare treatment plans with patients and families, and report patient information to nurses and doctors. The Practical Nursing Program can be completed in five semesters which means you can start work up to two years faster than earning a bachelor’s degree, with fewer expenses related to training, and have strong earnings potential.
The Practical Nursing technical certificate of credit can be completed in 3 semesters.
The Associate Degree in Nursing Bridge Program at OFTC offers LPN’s or paramedics who have at least one year of in-field experience the opportunity to become a Registered Nurse through a one year accelerated bridge program. Registered Nurses play a key role in patient care, including administering medication, coordinating patient care plans, performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results, overseeing other nursing staff, and helping patients, families and caregivers establish plans for ongoing care. This bridge program also allows you to earn your degree in less time and with less money. The flexibility of a bridge program enables you to keep working while you pursue your degree.
The Associate Degree in Nursing Bridge Program can be completed in 6 semesters.
The Associate of Science in Nursing Degree Program is designed for individuals with no healthcare background who would like to begin a career as a Registered Nurse. The curriculum for this two-year program is designed to produce highly-trained, technically advanced, competent, and caring individuals who are prepared to practice professional nursing in a variety of health care settings. The nurse is viewed as a caring, holistic person who possesses critical thinking/problem-solving skills, integrity, accountability, a theoretical knowledge base, refined psychomotor skills, and a commitment to life-long learning.
The Associate of Science in Nursing Degree Program can be completed in 7 semesters.
The rapid employment growth projected for nurses results from an emphasis on preventive care, rising rates of chronic conditions, and an aging population. Nurses’ education helps define their roles and duties—as well as pay. The more you learn, the more you earn.
With the Pell Grant, Georgia’s HOPE Grant, HOPE Scholarship, and HOPE Career Grant (for students/programs who qualify) and other scholarship opportunities, many students graduate OFTC with little to no debt.
With tuition at $107 per credit hour, total costs for Nursing department programs range from:
*Visit www.OFTC.edu/departments/ to view each individual program and its full breakdown of tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Costs are estimated and are subject to change.
There are many ways to advance a nursing career – learn from a nurse mentor, earn a specialization certification, join a professional nursing organization, further your nursing education by obtaining an advanced degree, transitioning to management, specializing in a medical area, or pursuing administration positions.
Campuses
Oconee Fall Line Technical College has campuses throughout its 11-county service area. We look forward to your visit.
Click an individual program above to find the OFTC campus where it is taught, in part or in its entirety.
Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions!
Admissions Process
Your admissions application can be submitted online with your $25.00 non-refundable application fee and takes just a few minutes to complete.
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General Requirements
Additional admissions requirements unique to each program are listed on each individual program page at www.OFTC.edu/departments/ Need More Info?
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Students may begin core courses any semester and compete to enter the nursing programs fall or spring semester, depending on the program and campus. See competitive application for details.
Classes are offered in a variety of formats: on campus, blended, online asynchronous, and synchronous technology. While general education core courses are offered in a variety of formats, program and occupational course formats may be more limited depending on the program. Talk with a program advisor for details.
These are courses that are taught primarily in the classroom or lab with less than 50% of instruction online. On campus courses may include lecture, labs, internships, clinicals, and other in-person instructional modalities.
Blended courses are distance learning courses with the majority of the course content, activities, and interactions occurring online but may require students to come to campus for specific assignments, activities, or events.
These are courses that are taught fully online asynchronously with course content, activities, and interactions occurring entirely online. This delivery method does not require students to be online at a specific date or time, and students may participate in class activities and complete course assignments asynchronously. Online asynchronous courses require proctored events.
OFTC also utilizes synchronous technology to offer courses via distance education means. The course is taught on one campus and then broadcast simultaneously to a classroom on a different campus that is monitored by a class proctor.
We want you to get the most out of college and understand the pressure it adds to your life. At OFTC you can achieve your career goals and fit college into your lifestyle. We offer small class sizes and flexible scheduling.
Courses for our programs are offered during the morning, afternoon, and evenings – plus many are online where you can do your work any time of day.
And the personalized hands-on attention you receive in a small classroom setting allows you to get individualized support, focus and feedback from your instructors. Your instructors will get to know you and help you build the foundation and confidence needed for success in your field.
Apply TodayAt OFTC, we realize that many students require financial assistance to achieve their academic goals. We’ll work with you to help you obtain financial aid to assist you in funding your education. We’re committed to helping you find ways to pay for this life-changing investment.
With the Pell Grant, Georgia’s HOPE Grant, HOPE Scholarship, and HOPE Career Grant (for students/programs who qualify) and other scholarship opportunities, many students graduate OFTC with little to no debt.
Financial Aid
OFTC offers several financial aid opportunities that can help you pay for college. Most students apply for federal and state aid, including the Pell Grant, HOPE Scholarship & Grant, and HOPE Career Grant.
OFTC students can also apply for scholarships through the OFTC Foundation and various businesses and civic-sponsored organizations.
Contact the Office of Financial Aid or visit OFTC’s Financial Aid web page to learn more about grants, scholarships and Federal Work Study to help fund your education.
OFTC students can also apply for scholarships through the OFTC Foundation and various businesses and civic-sponsored organizations. Contact the Office of Financial Aid or visit OFTC’s Financial Aid web page to learn more about grants, scholarships and Federal Work Study to help fund your education.
With tuition at $107 per credit hour, total costs for Nursing department programs range from:
*Visit www.OFTC.edu/departments/ to view each individual program and its full breakdown of tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Costs are estimated and are subject to change.
You can also use the Net Price Calculator to get estimated net price information based on what similar students paid in a previous year.
Employment Opportunities
There are more than 100 different professions included in the umbrella term of “nursing,” and only 3 in 5 nurses work in hospitals. Today’s nurses do much more than simply assist doctors – they are one of the greatest advocates a patient can have in their care experience.
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Registered Nurse (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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What does this mean to you? Nursing is an increasingly in-demand career with an unwavering job outlook.
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