RN Programs in Clarkston, Georgia

Get your RN degree in Clarkston, Georgia - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Clarkston RN Programs?

RN programs (both campus-based & online RN courses) are medical training programs offered by universities, vocational or technical schools, and community or junior colleges. Some hospitals even offer registered nursing training as an RN diploma.

How do I become an licensed RN?

Each state sets its own RN licensure requirements. In order to earn your RN license, you must pass the NCLEX® examination. The NCLEX® is a comprehensive nursing exam that can only be taken by graduates of nursing programs approved by your state's board of nursing.

Do I need to complete an LPN program before I go to college to get an RN Degree?

No you don't need to complete LPN training before you can get your RN license. An accredited RN Associate Degree program takes 2 years. You can earn your RN Diploma in 3 years. (BSN - 4 years, RN to BSN degrees can be 2-3 years).

Are There Free Nursing Schools in Clarkston?

The education necessary to become an RN is valuable, and registered nurses make really good money in Georgia. However, students can lower the cost of RN school with financial aid. There are numerous grants and nursing school scholarships in Georgia. They might not make your RN degree free but it can at least be more affordable.

Contact one of the accredited nursing schools listed here to get information about the financial aid you qualify for. Find out more about online nursing schools in Georgia.

RN Job Description

Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients' family members. RNs record patients' medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

RN Schools Near You & Online Near Clarkston, Georgia

Brenau University

  • 1866 Southern Lane Gainesville, GA 30033
    Programs: BSN, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (404) 679-4500

Emory University

  • 1520 Clifton Road NE Atlanta, GA 30322
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, MSN, RN, RN to MSN
    (404) 727-7980

Georgia Baptist College of Nursing of Mercer University

  • 3001 Mercer University Drive Atlanta, GA 30341
    Programs: BSN, DNP, MSN, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN
    (678) 547-6111

Georgia State University

  • 33 Gilmer St SE # 200 Atlanta, GA 30303
    Programs: BSN, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (404) 413-2000

Clayton State University

  • 2000 Clayton State Boulevard Morrow, GA 30260
    Programs: BSN, CNA, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (678) 466-4000

Kennesaw State University

  • 1000 Chastain Road NW Kennesaw, GA 30144
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, CNA, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administration, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN
    (770) 423-6000

Athens Technical College

  • 800 US Hwy 29 North Athens, GA 30601
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (706) 355-5000

North Georgia College & State University

  • 82 College Circle Dahlonega, GA 30597
    Programs: ADN, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 864-1400

University of West Georgia

  • 1601 Maple St. Carrollton, GA 30118
    Programs: BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (678) 839-5000

Gordon College

  • 419 College Drive Barnesville, GA 30204
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (678) 359-5000

West Central Technical College

  • 176 Murphy Campus Blvd. Waco, GA 30182
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (770) 537-6000

Georgia Highlands College

  • 3175 Cedartown Hwy., SE Rome, GA 30161
    Programs: ADN, RN
    1(800)332-2406

Piedmont College

  • 165 Central Avenue Demorest, GA 30535
    Programs: BSN, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 778-3000

Lagrange College

  • 601 Broad Street Lagrange, GA 30240
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 880-8000

Georgia College & State University

  • 231 W. Hancock St. Milledgeville, GA 31061
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (478) 445-5004

Macon State College

  • 100 College Station Drive Macon, GA 31206
    Programs: ADN, BSN, Health Information Management-Associate, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, RN, RN to BSN
    (478) 471-2700

Dalton State College

  • 650 College Drive Dalton, GA 30720
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (706) 272-4436

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

  • 265 Bicentennial Trail Rock Spring, GA 30739
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (706) 764-3584

Columbus Technical College

  • 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus, GA 31904
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (706) 649-1800

Columbus State University

  • 4225 University Avenue Columbus, GA 31907
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 507-8800