Bluefield State College - School of Nursing and Allied Health

General Information

The School of Nursing and Allied Health degree programs include: baccalaureate and associate degrees in nursing, baccalaureate in radiologic sciences, the associate degree in radiologic technology, and baccalaureate in health services management.

In order to comply with accreditation standards, it is necessary to restrict enrollment in all Allied Health programs, except the Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management. Students are admitted to these programs once a year. The radiologic technology and the accelerated LPN to RN programs begin in May while the Associate Degree nursing program begins with the fall semester. Applications for admission can be submitted from September 1 through December 15 for the A.S. Nursing, Accelerated LPN to RN, and A.S. Radiologic Technology programs. The application file must be completed by January 31 of the year for which admission is sought. Application files for the RN to BSN program must be completed by April 30 of the year for which admission is sought. Students entering any of these health care programs must have a physical examination and documentation of necessary health screening. Students must purchase uniforms and other equipment particular to the program. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the College and health agencies utilized for clinical experiences.

Technical Standards (PDF Format)

Associate of Science in Nursing Technical Standards
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Technical Standards
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology Technical Standards
Health Assessment Form

Accreditation

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC),
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA  30326; telephone: (404) 975-5000.

The Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Duport Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washigton, DC 20036-1120; telephone (202) 887-6791.

The Associate Degree Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education on Radiologic Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL, 60606; telephone (312) 704-5300.