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Arkansas State University-Beebe
RN Nursing Programs and Related Websites
Certificate RN programs
These programs allow the student to gain Registered Nursing (RN) certification but do not result in a college degree. The Baptist program is one of these. Since the Baptist program is not a degree program, students are encouraged to complete the AS degree here at ASU-Beebe. Upgrading to BSN status later would be easier if they do so. This program starts in August.
The Baptist program is a certificate program not a degree program. This should be made clear to students considering this program and whether or not they should complete an ASU-Beebe degree.
For more information, go to Baptist Health Nursing & Allied Health Schools, or call Baptist Health Schools of Nursing and Allied Health at 1-800-345-3046 or (501) 202-7415.
Associate Degree RN programs (ADN)
These programs allow the student to directly earn an associate degree and achieve RN status. This degree is available at UALR and ASU-Jonesboro.
ASU-Jonesboro has begun this program on the ASU-Beebe campus. This program will begin each January. The application deadline is October 1st of the preceding semester.
For more information, to UALR's Nursing Website and to ASU-Jonesboro's Nursing Website.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs (BSN)
These programs allow the student to directly earn a bachelor’s degree and achieve the RN status. UAMS also has such a program, as well as an LPN–RN transition program.
Visit the following websites for more information:
UAMS College of Nursing
ASU-Jonesboro College of Nursing & Health Professions
Harding University College of Nursing
UCA Department of Nursing
Arkansas Tech University Department of NursingProspective nursing students should give careful consideration to their program choice; considering such factors as time spent before entering the workforce, salary range at various levels, and eventual goals.
In 2005 the starting salary in Central Arkansas for a new RN with no experience was around $18/hour.
General information regarding nursing in Arkansas, including financial assistance, may be obtained at Arkansas for Nursing.
NOTE: Certification by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing is required to be employed in the nursing field at any level.
Disclaimer: Degree checklists require continuing evaluation, review, and approval by appropriate University officials. All statements reflect policies in existence at the time this checklist went to press, and the University reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice. For the most current checklist, please consult with your university advisor.