MCHP is the only college in Maine with regional accreditation and hospital affiliation to offer both an RN to Bachelor of Science degree in addition to the Associate Degree in Nursing. Earning a bachelor’s degree can help you improve your skills, advance your career, and increase your earnings. Students will develop and broaden clinical judgement, collaboration, and leadership skills. Continue to develop and broaden critical thinking, communication skills, and the practice of nursing. The program is currently a hybrid of classroom and online learning with a final clinical capstone course. The program accepts both new graduates and practicing nurses who have earned their Associate degree in Nursing. Prior credits may be transferable.
Nursing Division Mission Statement
The Nursing Division is dedicated to enriching lives by preparing compassionate, knowledgeable, and competent nurses who are committed to excellence in patient-centered care and professional practice. We promote student success through exceptional nursing education that fosters critical thinking, clinical judgment, effective communication, and inspires lifelong learning. Grounded in evidence-based practice and scholarship, our programs emphasize interpersonal, interprofessional, and community collaboration to strengthen community health and enhance patient outcomes. Through inclusive, high-quality learning experiences, we empower graduates to contribute meaningfully to healthcare teams and to serve individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.
