WCAX: VTSU partnership aims to advance careers of nurses

This story was originally published by WCAX on April 30, 2025

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – A new partnership aims to advance career opportunities for nurses in the UVM Health Network.

The UVM Health Network and Vermont State University say the online program is for full-time nurses with an associate’s degree to pursue their bachelor’s degree at VTSU online. They will also offer tuition assistance.

The program focuses on palliative care, community nursing, leadership and management, and health information systems.

It comes amid the continued high demand for nurses in our region.