Welcome to the School of Nursing and Health Sciences! Since 1968, our graduates have been making a real difference in the lives of others.
Thinking about a career in nursing? We have a well-respected program that will prepare you to be in high demand by hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Not sure if nursing is your calling, but still passionate about health? We also offer a variety of Health Care programs to help you explore different health-related fields and gain a deeper understanding of wellness.
Already a licensed or certified health care worker and looking to enhance your academic credentials? We offer a Health Science degree built around existing healthcare training you’ve already received outside a college credit setting.
The healthcare field is constantly evolving, and there’s a growing need for skilled professionals like you! Join us and make a difference in the lives of others.
Welcome to the School of Nursing and Health Sciences!
Career opportunities for nurses are expected to grow in the future as the population continues to live longer healthier lives, demanding innovative and efficient health care services.
In addition to Nursing, a number of Health Science courses are offered at Ocean County College. These courses focus on health and wellness. The courses are intended to provide education for students wishing to develop a deeper understanding of health.
Our administration is here to assist you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Our doors are always open to students to meet their needs and address their concerns and suggestions.
Teresa Walsh, Dean of the School
Get the most out of your time at OCC by getting involved in clubs and organizations that align with your interests.
your on-campus community
Open to current and prospective nursing students, SNO is the place to connect with like-minded peers and learn about national professional organizations such as the National Student Nurse Association (NSNA), which is a stepping stone to graduate professional organizations.
Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences
Assistant Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences
Director of Program Services
Office Coordinator
Academic Affairs Technician
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
Nursing Skills Lab Coordinator
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
College Lecturer II
Director of Clinical Instruction
College Lecturer II
Director, Nursing Skills and Simulation
Nursing Skills Lab Coordinator
Many of our programs are designed to transfer. If your goal is to pursue a four-year degree or more, connect with our Transfer Services team to make a plan and stay on track.
Students that have been accepted into the program should direct any questions to the School of Nursing (x2223 or x2224).
The Nursing Program was established at OCC in 1966 and has been noted for its excellence in nursing education and student learning.
The Nursing Program has different opportunities to obtain an Associate Degree (AAS) in Nursing leading to the Registered Nurse.
Learn about admission requirements for the On Site Online Nursing Program, which is a unique option allowing students to attend nursing classes one day or more per week supplemented by web-assisted instruction.
For Licensed Practical Nurses
The New Jersey Board of Nursing and National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission have approved the revised Career Mobility proposal.
Students in the Registered Nurse Program gain their clinical experience at local clinical locations. Our clinical partners provide outstanding state-of-the-art clinical settings, supervised by a member of our faculty.
The Associate nursing program at Ocean County College at the Ocean County
College located in Toms River, New Jersey is accredited by the: Accreditation
Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for
the Associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program
at https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs/
In addition, the program is also accredited by:
The New Jersey Board of Nursing
124 Halsey Street, 6th floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973.504.6430
Complaints regarding the OCC Nursing Program may be sent to the New Jersey Board of Nursing at the above address.The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) nursing program at Ocean County College meets the state education requirements for an RN nursing license in the state of New Jersey. Ocean County College has not determined if the A.A.S. nursing program at Ocean County College meets the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia.
Learn about the admission requirements for each of the Nursing Programs. Benefit from early preparation and make the process and your experience go more smoothly.
This is for students who failed any two clinical NURS. courses (175, 176, 273, 274) or two non-clinical NURS. courses (174 or 275). The student will begin with Nursing 1.
Readmission to the nursing program provides two options:
Please fill out the Application to the College and indicate Nursing as your major
The New Jersey Board of Nursing and National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission have approved the revised Career Mobility proposal. It will now be easier to meet the academic requirements for completing the A.A.S. Degree in Nursing at OCC.
Our administration is here to assist you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Our doors are always open to students to meet their needs and address their concerns and suggestions.
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