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| Posted: 13 Sep 2010 07:04 AM PDT 09.13.2010 – AURORA, Colo. – September 13, 2010 – A recent study by Yahoo! Education named a bachelor of science in nursing as the fifth most valuable college degree because it provides strong potential for job security – an important factor in today's competitive job market. As nursing facilities continue to downsize staff, close nursing units and require staff to take on additional business and operational responsibilities, nurses that pursue advanced degrees can remain competitive in the workforce and improve prospects for job mobility and security. Advanced nursing degrees are important in healthcare because the industry values education and credentials as part of its culture. Today more hospitals are expecting RNs to be able to make business decisions – decisions that affect the bottom line and patient outcomes, not just clinical or acute care. More practicing registered nurses (RNs), like those seeking an RN to BSN (bachelor of science in nursing degree), who want to advance their education and career opportunities turn to American Sentinel University's CCNE-accredited online nursing degree programs to encourage their job retention and promotion. "The acuity level in hospitals is such that nursing leadership is demanding that RNs have BSN degrees. Patient care is too complex today, and nurses need more education. In fact, in some markets, Chief Nursing Officers (CNO) are only hiring BSNs," says Catherine Garner, PhD, RN, Provost and Dean, Health Sciences and Nursing at American Sentinel University. "The BSN degree is a clear preference with employers. If a nurse wants to remain competitive – to encourage job retention and promotion – then she or he needs an advanced degree." American Sentinel University's online Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed for registered nurses, both newly licensed and veteran health professionals, who are looking for career mobility, professional development and practical skills they can apply immediately to their jobs. Watch Catherine Garner discuss why an RN should pursue at least a BSN and ideally an MSN (master of science in nursing degree) at http://www.americansentinel.edu/online-degree/bachelor-degree-online/rn-to-bsn-program.php. Read an online chat with Catherine Garner and NurseTogether.com community members as she discusses everything you need to know about American Sentinel's RN to BSN online degree program at http://www.americansentinel.edu/nursing-chat-series.php?id=705. Another option for busy working nurses who want to accelerate their nursing education without giving up earning a living is American Sentinel University's accredited online RN to MSN degree. "A strong alternative to a BSN is an accelerated RN to MSN degree program," says Garner. "If a nurse knows she or he wants to move into a leadership role or to specialize, or if she or he eventually wants a career outside of the acute care arena, then the nurse must have education and credentials behind them – and that is achieved with a MSN." The RN to MSN degree program provides RNs who currently hold an associate degree in nursing (ADN) the opportunity to earn a MSN degree online. With a MSN degree, nurses can gain the knowledge, skills and influence to affect more lives and make an even bigger difference for their patients, organization and the future of healthcare. Nurses with an MSN can practice at a higher level, with greater autonomy and responsibility. A MSN degree is also the foundation for future nursing education, such as a Ph.D. in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership. For more information about American Sentinel University's RN to MSN program, go to http://www.americansentinel.edu/healthcare/rn-ms-nursing.php. Advanced Degrees are the Golden Ticket for Nurses According to RNDegrees.net, students find that online degrees cost less than traditional degrees on average and said that they learned faster and immediately saw the value of their nursing degree that they could apply on the job to see results. Here's one success story that showcases how advanced nursing degrees at work helping the patient, facility and the future of healthcare. Joyce Meyer, 34, an associate RN at a 50-bed nursing home/24-unit assisted living facility in rural Caledonia, Minn. knew that her organization had a problem: it was losing community support. The town of 1,300 just wasn't getting the kind of care it needed for its aging citizens and their families. Joyce had been quietly earning her master's degree in nursing at home and online, one course at a time, at American Sentinel University since 2008. Nearly halfway through her program, she began focusing her assignments and research projects on the needs of her geriatric constituents – and things at the facility started to change. "I helped develop an Alzheimer's support group as part of my course work. I also developed a 'Bathing without a Battle' program for our dementia patients, which came out of my research class," says Meyer. This program is a work in progress, but will benefit the geriatric population in long-term care settings. "I wrote the plan on how to market this group and bring people in from the community. We were offering a safe place for families to voice their fears and challenges," says Meyer. Joyce was also able to help in writing grant proposals to gain the needed funding. "Not only did these programs start bringing back community members by offering a valuable service, they served as a marketing tool for the facility to bring in clients," she adds. Thanks to Joyce's master's degree specialization in nursing management and organizational leadership, she was able to run these programs, too. "My supervisors were happy that there was now someone to take on the role to implement after we'd talked about them for so long and the internal staff feels proud of what they do, morale has improved, and our productivity has increased. It's a win all around when everyone supports each other." Read more about Joyce Meyer's success story at http://healthcare.americansentinel.edu/ASU_Student_Testimonial_Meyer.pdf. Read more success stories about how American Sentinel University's nursing students are applying their coursework immediately on the job to see positive results at http://healthcare.americansentinel.edu/Testimonials.php. For information about American Sentinel University's online nursing programs, please visit http://www.americansentinel.edu/healthcare/ or call 866.922.5690. For more news updates, information and special offers, follow American Sentinel University on Twitter @amersentinel and become a Facebook fan at http://www.facebook.com/catherine.garner.asu. About American Sentinel University # # # This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
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| Posted: 12 Sep 2010 05:00 PM PDT Practicing registered nurses (RNs) who want to advance their education and career opportunities turn to American Sentinel University's CCNE-accredited online advanced nursing degree programs to remain competitive in the workforce and improve prospects for job mobility and security. For more information about American Sentinel University's online nursing programs, please visit http://www.americansentinel.edu/healthcare/ or call 866.922.5690. Aurora, CO (PRWEB) September 13, 2010 -- A recent study by Yahoo! Education named a bachelor of science in nursing as the fifth most valuable college degree because it provides strong potential for job security - an important factor in today's competitive job market. As nursing facilities continue to downsize staff, close nursing units and require staff to take on additional business and operational responsibilities, nurses that pursue advanced degrees can remain competitive in the workforce and improve prospects for job mobility and security. Advanced nursing degrees are important in healthcare because the industry values education and credentials as part of its culture. Today more hospitals are expecting RNs to be able to make business decisions - decisions that affect the bottom line and patient outcomes, not just clinical or acute care. More practicing registered nurses (RNs), like those seeking an RN to BSN (bachelor of science in nursing degree), who want to advance their education and career opportunities turn to American Sentinel University's CCNE-accredited online nursing degree programs to encourage their job retention and promotion. "The acuity level in hospitals is such that nursing leadership is demanding that RNs have BSN degrees. Patient care is too complex today, and nurses need more education. In fact, in some markets, Chief Nursing Officers (CNO) are only hiring BSNs," says Catherine Garner, PhD, RN, Provost and Dean, Health Sciences and Nursing at American Sentinel University. "The BSN degree is a clear preference with employers. If a nurse wants to remain competitive - to encourage job retention and promotion - then she or he needs an advanced degree." American Sentinel University's online Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed for registered nurses, both newly licensed and veteran health professionals, who are looking for career mobility, professional development and practical skills they can apply immediately to their jobs. Click here to watch Catherine Garner discuss why an RN should pursue at least a BSN and ideally an MSN (master of science in nursing degree). Click here to read an online chat with Catherine Garner and NurseTogether.com community members as she discusses everything you need to know about American Sentinel's RN to BSN online degree program. Another option for busy working nurses who want to accelerate their nursing education without giving up earning a living is American Sentinel University's accredited online RN to MSN degree. "A strong alternative to a BSN is an accelerated RN to MSN degree program," says Garner. "If a nurse knows she or he wants to move into a leadership role or to specialize, or if she or he eventually wants a career outside of the acute care arena, then the nurse must have education and credentials behind them - and that is achieved with a MSN." The RN to MSN degree program provides RNs who currently hold an associate degree in nursing (ADN) the opportunity to earn a MSN degree online. With a MSN degree, nurses can gain the knowledge, skills and influence to affect more lives and make an even bigger difference for their patients, organization and the future of healthcare. Nurses with an MSN can practice at a higher level, with greater autonomy and responsibility. A MSN degree is also the foundation for future nursing education, such as a Ph.D. in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership. Click here for more information about American Sentinel University's RN to MSN program. Advanced Degrees are the Golden Ticket for Nurses According to RNDegrees.net, students find that online degrees cost less than traditional degrees on average and said that they learned faster and immediately saw the value of their nursing degree that they could apply on the job to see results. Here's one success story that showcases how advanced nursing degrees at work helping the patient, facility and the future of healthcare. Joyce Meyer, 34, an associate RN at a 50-bed nursing home/24-unit assisted living facility in rural Caledonia, Minn. knew that her organization had a problem: it was losing community support. The town of 1,300 just wasn't getting the kind of care it needed for its aging citizens and their families. Joyce had been quietly earning her master's degree in nursing at home and online, one course at a time, at American Sentinel University since 2008. Nearly halfway through her program, she began focusing her assignments and research projects on the needs of her geriatric constituents - and things at the facility started to change. "I helped develop an Alzheimer's support group as part of my course work. I also developed a 'Bathing without a Battle' program for our dementia patients, which came out of my research class," says Meyer. This program is a work in progress, but will benefit the geriatric population in long-term care settings. "I wrote the plan on how to market this group and bring people in from the community. We were offering a safe place for families to voice their fears and challenges," says Meyer. Joyce was also able to help in writing grant proposals to gain the needed funding. "Not only did these programs start bringing back community members by offering a valuable service, they served as a marketing tool for the facility to bring in clients," she adds. Thanks to Joyce's master's degree specialization in nursing management and organizational leadership, she was able to run these programs, too. "My supervisors were happy that there was now someone to take on the role to implement after we'd talked about them for so long and the internal staff feels proud of what they do, morale has improved, and our productivity has increased. It's a win all around when everyone supports each other." Click here to read more about Joyce Meyer's success story. Click here to read more success stories about how American Sentinel University's nursing students are applying their coursework immediately on the job to see positive results. For information about American Sentinel University's online nursing programs, please visit http://www.americansentinel.edu/healthcare/ or call 866.922.5690. For more news updates, information and special offers, follow American Sentinel University on Twitter @amersentinel and become a Facebook fan at http://www.facebook.com/catherine.garner.asu. About American Sentinel University # # # American Sentinel University This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
| CEO Interview: Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE) - Brian Mueller Posted: 13 Sep 2010 07:54 AM PDT On Monday September 13, 2010, 10:54 am EDT 67 WALL STREET, New York - September 13, 2010 - The Wall Street Transcript has just published its Education Report offering a timely review of the sector to serious investors and industry executives. This Special feature contains expert industry commentary through in-depth interviews with public company CEOs, Equity Analysts and Money Managers. The full issue is available by calling (212) 952-7433 or via The Wall Street Transcript Online. Topics covered: Regulatory Risks - Great Buying Opportunities Among Weak Stocks - Economic Recovery and Enrollment Trends Companies include: ATA (ATAI); American Public Education (APEI); Blackboard (BBBB); Bridgepoint (BPI); Cambium (ABCD); and many more. In the following brief excerpt from the Education Special Report, expert analysts discuss the outlook for the sector and for investors. Brian Mueller is the CEO of Grand Canyon Education, Inc. He joined the company in July 2008 and was previously the President of Apollo Group, Inc., parent company of University of Phoenix. Mr. Mueller was at the helm of Grand Canyon's IPO in November 2008. He began his higher education career as a professor at Concordia University. Mr. Mueller earned his Master of Arts in education degree and his Bachelor of Arts degree in education from Concordia University. TWST: The issue most heavily weighing on investors' minds right now is potential regulatory change from the Department of Education. What assurances would you give to investors that you're prepared to comply with stricter regulations when and if that time comes? Mr. Mueller: It's a little bit tough to say because we don't know what the regulations are going to be for sure. As it sits right now, with regard to a 45% active repayment number, we are in good shape, at seven points above what is required. So the 8% gainful employment number wouldn't apply to us; it's also above 45%. But it's interesting that when you run the numbers across the board for private universities, private for-profit universities and public universities, there does not seem to be a direct correlation between low numbers and having a for-profit status. It has more to do with the mission of the institution and the socioeconomic status of students. So it'll be interesting to see what the eventual regulation is. TWST: Recruitment practices are also currently under scrutiny. You just settled a lawsuit alleging that you improperly paid recruitment counselors. Even though that's settled, what would you say to investors who might be concerned about those allegations or worried you'll be exposed to future regulatory risk? Mr. Mueller: In terms of the agreement, we were brought current so that there can't be any additional findings against us for the time period. Obviously, the university still believes that its compensation plan was clearly within the safe harbor regulation. We have never wavered from that. We wish to say our situation was the same as many others. You have to weigh a very costly court battle against the overhang on the stock, and we made the same decision many others have made, which is to settle - or come to an agreement - without acknowledging wrongdoing, still believing that our compensation plan and evaluation of a normal process was clearly within the guidelines of the safe harbors. TWST: Last year enrollments were very high across the board in your industry, partly as a result of the poor economy. How are your enrollments trending at this point? Mr. Mueller: Our enrollments are trending as we indicated, and so both in terms of the actual numbers and the types of students that we're getting, this is good from a business standpoint and also from a regulation standpoint. I guess that should be emphasized. You can go back to the prior quarter and see that those enrollment numbers were strong, the revenue number was strong, and we are giving guidance from an EPS perspective as well. But what's most important is on the traditional campus side, our incoming traditional campus students - now just a little bit under 3,000 - their average income and GPAs went up again. It's another very strong incoming class of traditional students. And on the online side, greater than 43% of our online students are graduate students, with most of those students studying in the areas of education, nursing and health care. Those are very, very strong facts for us because graduate students obviously are going to have higher retention rates; they have lower default rates, and they are going to have higher repayment percentages. It also brings academic credibility to your institution to have strong students on the traditional side. Obviously, I can't give assurance to investors, but those are strong facts. We're growing and the numbers are in accordance with our plan, but we're also getting the types of students that we want to get. TWST: In your most recent 10-Q, it was reported that your ratio of graduate students dropped about 6%. Are you concerned about that dip? Are you taking any steps to boost graduate enrollments going forward? Mr. Mueller: No, we're not concerned about that because, as we indicated in the conference call, the undergraduate students that would be responsible for that dip were in nursing and health care, and those numbers were just stronger than we thought they were going to be, which is very good because from a retention standpoint and quality-of-student standpoint, those nursing and health care students at the undergraduate level look very much like a graduate student. They have very strong characteristics. 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