Bluefield State College - School of Nursing and Allied Health

General Information

The School of Nursing and Allied Health offers degrees in nursing and radiologic technology. Programs offered include: baccalaureate and associate degrees in nursing and the associate degree in radiologic technology.

In order to comply with accreditation standards, it is necessary to restrict enrollment in the nursing and radiologic technology. Students are admitted to these programs once a year. The radiologic technology program starts in May while the nursing programs begin with the Fall semester. Applications for admission consideration can be submitted from September 1 through December 15 for the next year’s programs. Deadline for file completion is January 31 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 experience.

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

OPPORTUNITY FOR THIRD PARTY COMMENTS The Bluefield State College Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program will undergo an accreditation evaluation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) in November, 2008. Any affected parties, including students, alumni, faculty, and the practice community have the opportunity to provide written input into the deliberations of the evaluation team.  Interested parties are invited to submit written and signed third-party comments to:   Ms. LiAnn Shepard, Accreditation Assistant Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education One Dupont Circle, NW Suite 530 Washington, DC 20036-1120   All comments must arrive at the CCNE office by October 11, 2008.

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, New York City, NY, 10006, telephone (800) 669-1656, ext 153.

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.