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Rhode Island Therapy, Nursing & Health Care Schools

Jobs in the Ocean State's health care and social service industry are expected to grow two times faster than in any other industry in the state, according to the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training. An impending nursing shortage has helped increase statewide recruitment efforts. Almost 90 percent of the open jobs for registered nurses offer benefits such as health care, paid sick leave and vacation, and 81 percent offer various forms of tuition reimbursement.

Occupational Therapists must hold at least a master's degree and pass a certification examination to obtain a license in Rhode Island. Nurses must graduate from a state-approved nursing program earning a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses must also pass a national nursing exam to obtain a Rhode Island nursing license, which must be renewed every two years. In Rhode Island, the nursing and health care education programs can help you discover your place in this promising social service sector.

  Degree Programs in Rhode Island

Sanford-Brown Institute - Cranston

Get everything you need for the medical career you want. Sanford-Brown Institute's advanced programs allow you to complete your certificate or degree program in as little as 9 months. Learn more today.

New England Institute of Technology

New England Institute of Technology in Rhode Island is an accredited school offering tech focused degrees in 28 fields of study.

Empire Beauty Schools - Warwick

Get the hands-on training you need to succeed in the cosmetology industry at Empire Beauty Schools. Choose from over 80 locations across 18 states.

Euphoria Institute - Lincoln RI

Do you have a passion for beauty and an artistic edge? Would you like to add sparkle and style to your career path? If you aspire to work in the spa and salon world as a hair designer, skin care specialist, make-up artist, manicurist or more, consider an education at Euphoria Institute.

New England Tractor Trailer Training School - Pawtucket

Get your career started at New England Tractor Trailer Training School. We provide a quality education for students seeking a career as a commercial driver.

Lincoln Technical Institute - Lincoln RI

Lincoln Tech® provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors. Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career.

The College Network

Start your nursing career with The College Network. Earn your NLNAC/CCNE accredited nursing degree online from one of our partner universities: Regis University, Indiana State University, Angelo State University and more at half the cost and time of traditional universities with no campus attendance, no wait list and local clinicals.

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