Pre-Nursing
WOU is proud to host one of OHSU’s School of Nursing satellite locations. Although WOU itself does not offer a bachelor’s degree in nursing, students can pursue a number of majors that would support their application to a nursing program. WOU offers a one- or two-year pre-professional program in pre-nursing as well as foundational majors such as biology, psychology, chemistry and public health. If you see nursing in your future, a degree from WOU can be an excellent start toward the highly competitive world of nursing education.
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of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU
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of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission
student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in
NCAA Division II student-athletes want to see you in the stands, cheering for the Wolves
Learning outcomes
- Learn to provide safe care across the lifespan directed towards the goals of helping the client promote health, recover from acute illness and/or manage a chronic illness
- Gain the knowledge and skills of practicing the discipline and competencies that encompass the broader health care system
- Learn the values, attitudes and practices that a competent nurse embodies
- Develop leadership skills through engagement in evidence-based learning and interprofessional education and practice
Career opportunities
- Hospice nurse
- Emergency room nurse
- Midwife
- Transitional care nurse
- Community health care
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