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Utah Nursing and Health Care Schools

The Beehive State has one of the highest overall job growth rates in the nation, according to the Utah Department of Workforce Services. Jobs in Utah's health care industry are growing much faster than the national average. In 2005, there were nearly three vacant registered nurse jobs reported for every RN employed in the state. Utah's workforce is also among the most educated in the United States, with more Bachelors', Master's, and Doctorate Degrees earned in 2003-2004 than the previous school year.

Nurses in Utah must earn a nursing degree from a state approved program at a certificate, associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree level, and pass a national nursing examination prior to obtaining a Utah nursing license. No educational requirements exist for Utah medical assistants, but the state's employers prefer applicants with some formal training in medical assisting. The nursing and health care education programs in Utah can give you the training you need to take advantage of careers in the state's health care sector.

  Degree Programs in Utah

University of Phoenix - Utah Campus

With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work-and much sooner than you might expect.

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University - Salt Lake City

A graduate degree really can make a difference, especially when it's from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management. Online, evening and weekend classes are available.

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University - Sandy

A graduate degree really can make a difference, especially when it's from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management. Online, evening and weekend classes are available.

Strayer University - Salt Lake

Get the right foundation for your future with a degree from Strayer University. Evening, weekend and online classes are all available to meet the needs of busy adults.

The Art Institute of Salt Lake City (sm)

Your passion for fashion and design comes to life at The Art Institutes. Real-world experience and career services will prepare you for entry-level employment in the creative arts.

Argosy University Salt Lake

At Argosy University/Atlanta we prepare individuals for careers that make a difference, whether in business, education, or psychology. Learn how you can make a difference in your life, and the lives of others.

Everest College - Salt Lake City

Develop the skills to succeed in today's highly competitive business environment. Everest College can prepare you for a rewarding career in some of today's hottest fields.

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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