Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

The Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse certificate program at Odessa College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Odessa, TX. The program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and entry-level registered nursing practice across a range of healthcare settings.

Classified under CIP code 51.3801 in the nursing field, this program covers foundational and advanced nursing concepts including patient assessment, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal-newborn care, and clinical practice. Odessa College also offers programs in Cosmetology (at both certificate levels), Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Occupational Safety and Health Technology, and Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair. Graduates are prepared to pursue RN licensure and employment in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health settings.