How to Choose a Trade School

Hi Deb,

What are the best schools to train for a career in vocational nursing?  I live in New Hampshire, but am open to anything in the region.

Thanks!

Maddie

Dear Maddie: 

Congratulations on your decision to continue your education and increase your job skills. There are many reputable institutions in the Northeast that offer vocational nursing programs.  Conduct research beyond online “top ten” lists.  In some cases those reviews are created by a particular institution. The first step is to talk to employers where you would like to work, such as healthcare facilities or hospitals. Also, talk to local agencies that specialize in placing vocational nurses in permanent positions.  Ask them for names of schools from which they typically hire graduates.  Next talk to career counseling centers at the schools you are considering. Ask for statistics regarding which employers have hired their graduates in recent years.

I wish you all the best in your nursing career!

Deb