Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

The Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse associate degree program at Kentucky State University is offered at this public institution located in Frankfort, KY. Within the registered nursing field (CIP 51.3801), the associate-level curriculum provides instruction in nursing fundamentals, clinical practice, pharmacology, health assessment, and patient care across diverse healthcare settings, preparing students to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination.

Kentucky State University also offers a Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse certificate at the two- to four-year level, giving students at the Frankfort campus two credential pathways within the same nursing program area. The associate degree is suited for students seeking to enter the registered nursing workforce while maintaining the option to pursue further academic advancement.