Non-Credit Certificate Program - RN Refresher

This seven week (152 hour) program is designed to update the registered nurse who has been away from the acute care practice setting and who is looking to return to staff positions. 

The program will provide: reinforcement of previous nursing knowledge as it relates to the nursing process and clients in the acute care setting with varied health issues and acuity levels; current therapeutic practices, advances and technology in the acute care setting; hands-on practicum in nursing skills lab and acute care clinical settings. 

Classes are offered three days per week. Theory and laboratory classes are held at SVC at SHU and clinical sessions are held at St. Vincent’s Medical Center. The program is open to applicants who hold a current Connecticut license as a registered nurse.

Admission Requirements

• Online Application
• Official High School Transcript or GED
• Official College Transcripts (if applicable)
• Proof of current CT RN license