Nursing combines an interest in science and medicine with the chance to help people every day. It is a profession that balancesscientific knowledge and human compassion.

 
Why Study Nursing: Nurses play a critical role in patient care, and work in a variety of health-care settings.

Enrollment in the GPC Nursing program is limited, due to the need for hands-on clinical practice sites and close faculty supervision. Prior to enrollment in this program, applicants must:
Apply and be admitted to Georgia Perimeter College
Complete at least one biology course and lab from GPC’s Nursing General Education courses. 
Earn specific GPA and entrance exam scores
 
“I got all the support I needed and then some.  Sometimes the instructors cheered for me louder than I cheered for myself.  They challenged me, guided me, and helped me to be a better student, and ultimately a better nurse.”
Lesonja Usher, GPC Alumna, 2008
 
Check out what’s coming in January 2011!
GPC’s LPN to RN Bridge Program
www.gpc.edu/~gpcnurs/infolpnbridge.html
What Makes a Good Nurse?
An interest in science and medicine
Desire to help people
Strong sense of compassion
Analytical skills
Critical thinking skills
Ability to keep cool under pressure.