The demand for Registered Nurses is on the rise!

With an aging population and growing emphasis on preventative care, the Bureau of Labor Statistics is predicting that the RN workforce will grow by more than half a million workers between 2012 and 2022. Pursuing an associate degree in nursing can help put you in an in-demand career, whether you’re in one of the nation’s 5,724 registered hospitals, or in a nursing home, doctor’s office, rehabilitation center, or any of the other opportunities available across the nation or right here in CT.

A recent survey by the Connecticut Department of Labor shows that even locally, job opportunities for registered nurses continues to rise. The Department of Labor found that of the top 20 job vacancies statewide, RNs were at the top of the list with 1,763 estimated total vacancies.

For those looking to join a caring and in-demand field, earning an associate degree in nursing from a registered nursing program in CT is a great investment in the future! Goodwin College’s competitive associate degree in nursing program is designed to get students licensed and working in as little as 18 months part-time. Whether they’re looking to get into the field of nursing or are already in the field, Goodwin is the nursing school with the right fit for a busy lifestyle!

Interested in learning more about nursing at Goodwin College? Learn more today, or check out all of our nursing programs to see why we’re a leader in healthcare education in CT! You can also interact with us on Facebook or Twitter!