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DeVry University
DeVry University offers flexible scheduling and the convenience to study at any of 80+ locations, online or a combination of both. Earn a respected associate degree, bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited university. A career-oriented education from DeVry University will put you in a great place to begin or advance in the workplace when you graduate.
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville University's Online BSN program offers you the opportunity to complete your nursing education online, without ever stepping foot on a college campus.
Penn Foster
Penn Foster offers affordable, self-paced career-focused distance education programs in fields like business, criminal justice, health services, technology, engineering, paralegal studies and more.
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Nursing Continuing Education
Nurses receive nursing CEUs for time engaged in training and professional development. According to the American Nurses Association, nursing continuing education should…
- Foster expansion and continued competency of nursing skills.
- Provide training opportunities of a short duration that are not part of an academic degree program.
- Focus on areas of expertise and specialization (domestic violence, chemotherapy, diabetes, etc.) that foster professional advancement.
- Demonstrate to employers that education and personal development are important.
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At University of Phoenix, you can change your life while still having a life. Attend class at the times and places that fit your busy schedule. Learn More |
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Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement to rewarding careers. Learn More |
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"Hopefully the main reason that nurses pursue nurse continued education is to keep themselves well informed and to keep their nursing skills up to date," says Barbara Feild, a senior accreditation specialist with the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a subsidiary of the ANA.
Educational Opportunities
Nurse continuing education: Nursing CEUs are offered through approved providers and learning institutions. They can be earned via conferences, workshops, and seminars, certificate programs, or online learning module.
More nursing CEU specifics:
- One nursing CEU equals ten contact hours of "participation in organized continuing education/training experience under responsible, qualified direction and instruction," according to the ANA.
- A contact hour refers to one hour of instruction or independent study.
- Nursing CEUs should not be confused with college credit, which typically requires more rigorous study, class time, and testing.
Nursing CEU requirements vary depending on where you live. The CEUs necessary for re-certification, for instance, differ from region to region. Also, not all jurisdictions accept online or distance-learning courses. Check with your state or territorial board of nursing for more specific information about requirements.