Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nursing Education Partner
Galen College Of Nursing has been dedicated to advancing nursing education for over 30 years. Founded in Louisville, Kentucky, our institution was established to address the critical need for qualified nursing professionals through innovative, accessible education. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), we offer associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degree programs, alongside specialized nursing credentials. Our curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning through simulation labs, clinical partnerships, and virtual training environments. With campuses across 15 U.S. locations and online programs for licensed nurses, we provide flexible pathways for both pre-licensure and post-licensure students.Recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing, our faculty combines academic rigor with real-world clinical expertise. We maintain strong industry connections through partnerships like HCA Healthcare, ensuring our graduates meet evolving healthcare demands. Our mission remains focused on expanding access to quality nursing education while maintaining rigorous academic standards that prepare compassionate, practice-ready professionals.
Services
Associate Degree Nursing
Bachelor of Science Nursing
RN to BSN Program
Master of Science Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice
LPN/LVN Bridge Programs
Online Nursing Education
Clinical Simulation Training
Career Counseling Services
Transfer Credit Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized nursing education expertise
- Our graduates complete hands-on training in simulation labs and clinical settings
- We maintain 15 campus locations across the United States
- Our faculty includes nationally-recognized nursing professionals
- We provide multiple start dates for flexible enrollment options
Associations and certifications
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
- National League for Nursing Center of Excellence
What people say
Compassionate instructors
Hands-on clinical training
Flexible scheduling options
Strong job placement support
Modern simulation labs
Services
Associate Degree Nursing
Our Associate Degree in Nursing program prepares entry-level registered nurses through comprehensive coursework and clinical training. Students develop essential patient care skills, pharmacology knowledge, and evidence-based practice techniques. Graduates qualify to take the NCLEX-RN licensing exam and enter professional nursing careers in diverse healthcare settings.
Bachelor of Science Nursing
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program builds advanced clinical, leadership, and critical thinking skills for aspiring professional nurses. This four-year degree combines general education with specialized nursing coursework and extensive clinical rotations. BSN graduates demonstrate enhanced patient outcomes and qualify for broader career advancement opportunities.
RN to BSN Program
Designed for working registered nurses, this online completion program enhances professional competencies through leadership development and community health training. The curriculum focuses on evidence-based practice, healthcare policy, and informatics. Students complete the degree while maintaining professional licensure and employment.
Master of Science Nursing
The Master of Science in Nursing program develops advanced practice competencies for BSN-prepared nurses. Specializations include leadership, education, and clinical specialties. The curriculum emphasizes quality improvement, systems leadership, and population health management to prepare nurse leaders and educators.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Our terminal practice doctorate prepares nurses for highest-level clinical practice and healthcare system leadership. The program emphasizes translational research, healthcare innovation, and policy development. Graduates demonstrate expertise in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice implementation.
People
Sanja Preston
Section 504/Title IX Coordinator
Sanja Preston holds a Master of Social Work degree and manages accessibility accommodations for Galen students across all campuses. She ensures compliance with disability access laws and coordinates support services for students with special needs.
Danielle Edwards
Section 504/Title IX Coordinator
Danielle Edwards, with a Master of Science in Social Work, supports Galen's accessibility initiatives and Title IX compliance. She works with students requiring accommodations and collaborates with faculty to maintain inclusive learning environments.
Beth Mulhollon
Section 504/Title IX Coordinator
Beth Mulhollon holds dual degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Business Studies. She contributes to Galen's accessibility programs and coordinates accommodations for students with documented disabilities across all educational platforms.
Questions
What nursing programs does Galen offer?
Galen offers ADN, BSN, RN-to-BSN, MSN, DNP, and LPN/LVN bridge programs through campus and online formats.
Is Galen College accredited?
Yes, Galen holds SACSCOC accreditation and has been recognized as a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence.
Can I transfer credits to Galen?
Galen provides free transfer credit evaluations for general education courses from accredited institutions.
Are online nursing programs available?
Licensed RNs can pursue online RN-to-BSN, MSN, and DNP programs available in all states except Washington.
What clinical training opportunities exist?
Students gain experience through simulation labs, clinical partnerships, and virtual training environments.
Does Galen offer career support?
Graduates receive career placement assistance through Galen's industry connections and alumni network.
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