Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

Bryant & Stratton College – Parma provides a direct pathway into the nursing profession through a series of accelerated, year-round programs. The college offers a Practical Nursing (PN) diploma, a 20-month Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), and a 32-month Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Generalist degree. The ADN curriculum requires 72 credits, while the BSN pathway totals 125 credits, integrating nursing theory with foundational subjects like microbiology and anatomy. Core competencies focus on clinical reasoning, safe patient care across the lifespan, and the effective use of healthcare technology.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, beginning in the campus’s dedicated nursing labs where students use simulation technology to build technical skills. Clinical rotations are held at major regional institutions, including the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals, providing students with direct patient care experience in diverse medical settings. These rotations, combined with rigorous classroom instruction, prepare graduates for the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN licensure exams. Recent outcomes show a strong commitment to student success, with some cohorts achieving high first-time pass rates and nearly all graduates securing employment shortly after completion. Compared to traditional four-year public universities, Bryant & Stratton stands out for its lack of waitlists and its five-week course start cycles, allowing students to begin and finish their nursing credentials more quickly.