Global Health College
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Global Health College is a private sector
nursing school
in Alexandria, Virginia
. It offers a Practical Nursing program, an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing for Registered Nurses, a Certified Nursing Assistant program, and a Medical Assistant program. Phlebotomy
and EKG courses are also being added to the school offerings. The mission of Global Health is to prepare nurses as critical thinkers and life–long learners, able to function effectively within the changing healthcare environment.
, where she obtained her degrees in marketing and nursing, she ended up working as an RN in a medical-surgical unit and the ICU. She went back to school to complete her Masters in Nursing with a specialty as a Family Nurse Practitioner from a George Mason/George Washington
program. After being employed for 6 months as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the Northern Virginia Family Practice she realized her interest was primarily in teaching and to this end she founded Global Health Nurse Training Services in 2004. In 2011 GHNTS became Global Health College and expanded into the building across the street, allowing the creation of more classrooms and a library. In October, the school participated in the Alexandria West End Art and Wine Festival.
just west of Old Town, across from the Alexandria Commons shopping center. In addition to a student lounge and convenience store it offers a simulation lab, skills lab, library, and computer lab. First Step Care Clinic, across the street from the school campus, is also owned and run by the school. There is a plan in the works to start a BSN program.
Accreditation Commission (NLNAC). It operates by the standards set by the Virginia Board of Nursing. The school is currently up for review from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
(ACICS).
Private sector
In economics, the private sector is that part of the economy, sometimes referred to as the citizen sector, which is run by private individuals or groups, usually as a means of enterprise for profit, and is not controlled by the state...
nursing school
Nursing school
A nursing school is a type of educational institution, or part thereof, providing education and training to become a fully qualified nurse. The nature of nursing education and nursing qualifications varies considerably across the world.-United Kingdom:...
in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of 2009, the city had a total population of 139,966. Located along the Western bank of the Potomac River, Alexandria is approximately six miles south of downtown Washington, D.C.Like the rest of northern Virginia, as well as...
. It offers a Practical Nursing program, an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing for Registered Nurses, a Certified Nursing Assistant program, and a Medical Assistant program. Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy is the process of making an incision in a vein.It is associated with the following concepts:* Venipuncture, the practice of collecting venous blood samples* The main practice of a phlebotomist, an individual trained to draw blood...
and EKG courses are also being added to the school offerings. The mission of Global Health is to prepare nurses as critical thinkers and life–long learners, able to function effectively within the changing healthcare environment.
History
The founder and director of the school is Mariatu Kargbo. A graduate of George Mason UniversityGeorge Mason University
George Mason University is a public university based in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, United States, south of and adjacent to the city of Fairfax. Additional campuses are located nearby in Arlington County, Prince William County, and Loudoun County...
, where she obtained her degrees in marketing and nursing, she ended up working as an RN in a medical-surgical unit and the ICU. She went back to school to complete her Masters in Nursing with a specialty as a Family Nurse Practitioner from a George Mason/George Washington
George Washington University
The George Washington University is a private, coeducational comprehensive university located in Washington, D.C. in the United States...
program. After being employed for 6 months as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the Northern Virginia Family Practice she realized her interest was primarily in teaching and to this end she founded Global Health Nurse Training Services in 2004. In 2011 GHNTS became Global Health College and expanded into the building across the street, allowing the creation of more classrooms and a library. In October, the school participated in the Alexandria West End Art and Wine Festival.
Facilities
Global Health is located off of Duke StreetVirginia State Route 236
State Route 236, also known for part of its length as Little River Turnpike, is a primary state highway in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It runs from the split of U.S. Route 29 and U.S...
just west of Old Town, across from the Alexandria Commons shopping center. In addition to a student lounge and convenience store it offers a simulation lab, skills lab, library, and computer lab. First Step Care Clinic, across the street from the school campus, is also owned and run by the school. There is a plan in the works to start a BSN program.
Statistics
In 2011, the cumulative NCLEX pass rate of the school for the Associate Degree program is 93.33%. The 2010 pass rate was 100%.Admissions
New students must have a high school diploma, GED or 24 hours of college credit, CPR certification, and a letter of recommendation. They must also be current in their immunizations and have had a physical examination and a criminal background check. Before acceptance new students must pass a standardized entrance exam. The LPN program is qualified for financial aid.Accreditation
GHC is certified by the State Council of Higher Education of Virginia (SCHEV) and the practical nursing program is accredited by the National League for NursingNational League for Nursing
The National League for Nursing is a national organization for faculty nurses and leaders in nurse education. It offers faculty development, networking opportunities, testing services, nursing research grants, and public policy initiatives to more than 25,000 individual and 1,200 education and...
Accreditation Commission (NLNAC). It operates by the standards set by the Virginia Board of Nursing. The school is currently up for review from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is a non-profit education corporation recognized by both the United States Secretary of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation as an independent and autonomous national accrediting body that accredits institutions of...
(ACICS).