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Clarion University, CCBC partner for BSN degree completion

June 28, 2016
Clarion CCBC agreement
From left are: Dr. Shelly Moore, dean of Nursing and Allied Health at Community College of Beaver County; Dr. Deborah J. Kelly, assistant professor, nursing, Venango College of Clarion University; Dr. Roxanne M. Gonzales, executive dean, Venango College of Clarion University; and Dr. Chris Reber, president, Community College of Beaver County.

Clarion University and Community College of Beaver County have entered into a partnership which allows students in CCBC’s Associate of Science in Nursing program to complete general education and nursing elective credits at CCBC, then transfer all credits to Clarion University for online completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

"We are very excited to partner with CCBC," said Dr. Roxanne M. Gonzales, executive dean of Venango College of Clarion University. "This agreement allows the ASN students to gain an edge on the bachelor's degree by taking some of the classes at CCBC before transitioning to Clarion's online format for degree completion."

CCBC does not offer the Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Students will take an additional 30 credits to earn the BSN. Clarion provides all of its RN-BSN courses online so students can work and stay close to home to complete the degree. Clarion will offer a hybrid course at CCBC this fall to help students adjust to online courses.

"Both CCBC and Clarion are known for their quality nursing programs," said Dr. Chris Reber, CCBC president and former executive dean of Venango College. "This agreement helps to create a seamless pathway to a bachelor's degree and beyond, and allows nurses to build credentials. This is a win-win partnership for CCBC, Clarion and all nurses in our region who seek a cost-effective way to earn a bachelor's degree."

To learn more about Clarion University's nursing programs, visit www.clarion.edu/nursing.

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