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October 6, 2026

Georgia Highlands To Hold Nursing Program Information Session Thursday

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Northwest Georgia residents interested in pursuing a career in nursing will have an opportunity this week to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Georgia Highlands College.

GHC will hold a Traditional BSN Program Information Session Thursday, October 8, from 4 until 5 PM at the college’s Cartersville location, 5441 Highway 20.

The one-hour session is designed for prospective nursing students and is a required step for those interested in the Traditional Nursing Pathway.

College representatives will explain the nursing program’s admissions process, including required prerequisite courses, expectations for the TEAS entrance examination and the steps students must complete after being accepted into the program.

Prospective students will also learn how the nursing program is structured and how clinical training differs from traditional classroom instruction.

Clinical education gives nursing students hands-on experience in healthcare settings and helps prepare them for providing patient care after graduation.

GHC BSN Program Coordinator Ivey Stang will be available during the session to answer questions about the program and the admissions process.

Admission into the GHC nursing program involves several steps. Students must first be admitted to Georgia Highlands College, submit the required nursing-program documentation and then be accepted into the BSN program.

GHC requires applicants to have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade-point average for consideration. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as applications from qualified students are reviewed following the application deadline.

Students accepted into the program must also meet additional requirements before registering for nursing courses, including a background check, drug screening, required immunizations and current CPR certification.

The October 8 session is one of several nursing information sessions being offered by Georgia Highlands. Additional Cartersville sessions are scheduled for October 22 and November 3, while another Traditional Nursing Pathway session is scheduled at the Rome/Floyd Campus on December 3.

The Rome/Floyd Campus is located at 3175 Cedartown Highway in Rome, making the program accessible to prospective nursing students from Chattooga County and other communities across Northwest Georgia.

Registration is available through the Georgia Highlands College events website.

Sources:

Georgia Highlands College — Traditional BSN Program Information Session
Georgia Highlands College School of Health Sciences
Georgia Highlands College BSN Program Application

September 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Four Chattooga County Residents Receive GNTC Foundation Awards

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Four Chattooga County residents are among students receiving grants and scholarships from the Georgia Northwestern Technical College Foundation for the fall 2026 semester.

September 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Nursing Program Posts 100% Pass Rate For Fourth Consecutive Year

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is celebrating another major achievement for its nursing program, with every graduate in its latest Associate of Science in Nursing class passing the national licensing examination on the first attempt.

August 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Celebrates 25 Nurse Residency Program Graduates

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AdventHealth Redmond recently celebrated 25 nurses who completed the hospital’s yearlong Nurse Residency Program, marking their transition from nursing school into professional practice.

July 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Highlands College Opens Applications for LPN/Paramedic Bridge to RN Program

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Licensed Practical Nurses and licensed Paramedics looking to advance their careers can now apply for Georgia Highlands College’s LPN/Paramedic Bridge to Registered Nurse (RN) Program.

January 31, 2026

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Kemp Announces New Transfer Agreements Between Technical College System of Georgia and Mercer University

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Governor Brian Kemp has announced new transfer agreements between the Technical College System of Georgia and Mercer University, creating smoother pathways for students to move from technical colleges into four-year degree programs while strengthening Georgia’s workforce.

December 8, 2025

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Chattooga HOSA CNA and CCMA Students Get Hands-On Healthcare Experience at Georgia Highlands and Atrium Health Floyd

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HOSA CNA and CCMA students got an up-close look at healthcare careers last week during a day packed with tours, training, and real-world exposure through Georgia Highlands College and Atrium Health Floyd.

April 2, 2025

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Berry College Physician Assistant Program Hits Milestone

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The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) has accredited Berry College’s Physician Associate program. This program will begin in August with 28 students, growing to 40 by 2027. Graduates will earn a Master of Medical Science degree after completing the 127-credit hour, 24-month residential course. Berry’s PA program, focusing on rural health medicine, is the first in Northwest Georgia. The college aims to recruit students interested in serving the region, partnering with local health systems for clinical practice experiences in the second year. The program’s launch coincides with the construction of the new Morgan-Bailey Health Sciences Building, to be finished this summer. This building will provide modern facilities for hands-on learning, which is essential for PA education. Only accredited programs can qualify graduates for national certification and state licensing.