START OR ADVANCE
YOUR NURSING
CAREER
- Choose from three nursing pathways at The River: RN, RN to BSN, or LPN.
- Gain hands-on training, clinical experience, and career-focused support.
Take the First Step Toward Your Future
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Shape the Future of
Healthcare
Whether you want to work in a hospital or a private practice, a Nursing degree from The River will give you the expertise to lead confidently in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Build critical skills that will prepare you to work in diverse settings and meet patient needs with the utmost knowledge and care.
Choose a Nursing Path That
Fits Your Goals
Whether you’re getting started or ready to advance your credentials, The River offers nursing pathways designed for different goals and experience levels. Choose from RN, RN to BSN, or LPN and gain the knowledge and hands-on experience to move forward in healthcare.
EXPLORE AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Associate in
Science Degree in
Nursing (RN)
2-year traditional track and 1.5-year “Bridge to RN” track
Bachelor of
Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
10-course online program with clinical learning experiences
Practical Nursing
(LPN)
1.5-year program that prepares students to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam
With The River, You Can:
- Gain key nursing skills through innovative instruction, immersive simulation technology, and real-world clinical experiences
- Join the National Student Nurses Association (NSA) and participate in a variety of community service activities geared toward health promotion and maintenance
- Prepare to work in a hospital, clinic, physician’s office, long-term care facility, or private practice
Where Real Life Meets
Real Support
The River is a public state college in the heart of Florida’s Treasure Coast. For over 60 years, we’ve helped students build skills, gain real-world training, and access support that helps them move forward.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER BEGINS TODAY
It’s never too late to move forward.
Let’s take the next step together.
