Sentara College of Health Sciences is a premier nursing school offering students an exceptional educational experience to pursue a career in nursing.

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Sentara College of Health Sciences offers quality nursing education to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to become successful in the health care industry. Nursing is an important field of study because it focuses on providing compassionate patient care by understanding the different aspects of health, human development, and healing. With a nursing degree from Sentara College of Health Sciences, you can develop the confidence and ability to provide the best quality of care to your patients. At Sentara College of Health Sciences, we understand that students may have different goals and needs when it comes to their nursing education. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping each student reach their individual educational goals through our comprehensive curriculum and hands-on learning experiences. We offer degrees tailored to recent high school graduates, transfer students, and those wishing to further their nursing career. Our nursing curriculum is designed to prepare students to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program’s core courses cover topics like anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and mental health nursing. Students also gain experience in clinical practice areas such as pediatric, geriatric, and obstetrics in Sentara College of Health Sciences’ Simulation Laboratories. Sentara College of Health Sciences also offers unique opportunities for students to pursue advanced degrees in Nursing Leadership and Administration. This specialization includes coursework in nursing theory and research, healthcare management, and public health. The college also has a variety of clinical rotations and practicum placements available for students to gain real-world experience. At Sentara College of Health Sciences we believe that students should be supported every step of their nursing education. Student services are available to help them with admission, tuition and financial aid, tutoring, and career counseling. We strive to ensure that our future health care professionals have the best educational experience so that they can provide the highest level of care for their patients.