The Future of Healthcare Starts Now.

Benefits of a Nursing Career:

High demand everywhere

There is a local nursing employment vacancy rate of 13.9% -- which is the highest since 2003. The RN vacancy rate in our region’s hospital systems has grown at an alarming 81% during 2021. That means there are about 1500 unfilled nursing positions.¹

Job security

The healthcare industry is always IN-DEMAND, and nurses are an essential part of the field. With an aging population and advancements in medical technology, there will always be a need for nurses, which provides incredible job security.

Competitive salaries and benefits

Nursing is a well-paying field, with competitive salaries and benefits. Many nurses also receive benefits like health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off.

Flexible schedules

Nurses work in a variety of settings, including Cincinnati’s premier hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and private practices, which often means flexible schedules and FREEDOM. Some nurses work part-time or on-call, while others work full-time, 8- or 12-hour shifts.

Career options

Nursing offers many different career paths, including travel nurse, nurse practitioner and nurse anesthetist. You can also work in a variety of different settings and industries, like education, research, and public health.

Rewarding work

Nursing is a rewarding career that allows you to positively impact people's lives every day. Nurses play a critical role in the healthcare system and help people manage their health, recover from illnesses and improve their quality of life.

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Why choose Beckfield College for your Nursing School?

• You won’t have to take unrelated or prerequisite courses to get your nursing degree from Beckfield.
• Our programs get you to your degree step-by-step. Get the classes you need, when you need them.
• Our Practical Nursing program takes only 15 months to complete, and our RN program can be completed in as little as 24 months.
• Beckfield has an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program where you can complete your bachelors in just 3 years.
• Our accredited programs deliver a high-quality education. ²
• Scholarships are available, and the financial aid team works with you to ensure that paying for school isn’t a barrier to getting your education. ³
• Graduates can receive lifetime resume critiquing, interviewing coaching and job search assistance.

Since 1984, Beckfield College has been providing best-in-class nursing education to the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky communities with programs that prepare our graduates to fill highly important roles in the medical community. Our BSN program has four start dates per year, which means you won’t be stuck on a waiting list.

Students are admitted directly into the program, with no pre-nursing prerequisites to fill. And longstanding relationships with employers can help you find employment upon graduation.

Welcome to our cutting-edge Practical Nursing Program – where essential hands-on experience yields a skilled and confident practical nurse! Some of our courses, such as general education, offers a seamless blend of convenience through an online learning/hybrid format. Dive into interactive online classes that can be accessed from the comfort of your home, allowing you to balance your education with other commitments.

Some of the nursing courses provide a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge in a safe hands-on setting, such as the simulation or nursing laboratory, while working alongside experienced professionals and gaining the practical skills needed for future essential hands-on experience at one of our approved clinical agencies, and in the field as a future practical nurse from Beckfield College. Elevate your career in nursing with a program designed for your success – join us on the path to becoming a skilled and confident practical nurse!