Nursing
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Associate of Science in Nursing | RN: 70 credits
Practical Nursing Certificate | 41 Credits
LPN to RN | 16 Credits Minimum
CONTACT
nahpinquiries@harford.edu
ACCREDITATION
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326 | 404.975.5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Science degree nursing program is Continuing Accreditation. ACEN public information disclosure.
OUTCOMES
Student Achievement Outcome Data
Nurses are the heart of the healthcare profession and Harford nursing students learn through a curriculum that includes both theory presentation and supervised clinical laboratory experience at affiliating healthcare agencies.
The healthcare industry needs heroes like you. Nursing is challenging, interesting, and makes a huge difference in people's daily lives. Considered a multi-faceted career in healthcare, nurses play an integral role in providing patient care. In fact, nurses spend more time with patients than any other healthcare profession. Harford nursing students practice in the Clinical Simulation Lab using high-fidelity simulation, allowing them to experience real-world scenarios in a simulated environment, and master the basic competencies required to pursue a career as a registered nurse.
Harford Community College offers a degree program that prepares students to sit for the licensure examination for registered nurses NCLEX-RN. In addition, Harford offers a Practical Nursing Certificate and an LPN to RN program that allow students to enter the workforce sooner and build their careers from there. No matter the program you choose, Harford offers competitive nursing programs that prepare you for a rewarding career in the healthcare field.
NURSING INFORMATION SESSION | SPRING 2026
Join us for an opportunity to meet with nursing administration, faculty, and student
services for a Q&A session.
- Wednesday, AUG 27 | 10–11:30 AM | Edgewood Hall, Room 132
- Wednesday, SEP 3 | 1:30-3 PM | Virtual MEETING LINK
- The ins and outs of the program
- Requirements to begin the program
- Information about the TEAS exam and application process
- Nursing selection process
- Degree Options for Dual Enrollment
- Requirements for classrooms, clinical and lab Associate-To-Bachelor's (ATB) degree partners, and clinical partners will be available after the nursing information sessions.
- Associate-To-Bachelor's (ATB) degree partners and clinical partners will be available after the nursing information sessions.
Harford's small, student-centered, and flexible learning class options are the ideal learning environment for your nursing studies.
WHAT CAN I DO WHEN I COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is expected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur primarily because of technological advancements, an increased emphasis on preventative care, and the large, aging baby-boomer population who will demand more healthcare services as they live longer and more active lives.
The median annual wage of registered nurses was $71,730* in May 2018.
*Completion of this program does not guarantee this salary.
Associate to Bachelor (ATB) /
Dual Enrollment Opportunites
- Towson University
- Towson University 2.0
- Frostburg State University
- University of Maryland School of Nursing
- Stevenson University
RN to BSN Transfer Program Agreements
- Frostburg State University
- George Washington University, School of Nursing (Online)
- Notre Dame of Maryland University
- Southern New Hampshire University (Online)
- Stevenson University
- Towson University
- University of Maryland Global Campus
- University of Maryland School of Nursing
- West Virginia University
- York College of Pennsylvania (Online)
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
You've taken your first step into a larger world of possibility for you and your future. Now is the time! Reach out and apply, request more information, or visit our campus.