For Stanbridge University vocational nursing alumna Joyce Tejada, the motivation to become a nurse began years before she entered a classroom. Caring for her grandmother after a stroke introduced her to the importance of compassionate care at a young age. Since graduating from Stanbridge, Joyce has progressed from post-acute nursing into acute dialysis, where she […]
Stanbridge University Master of Science in Occupational Therapy student Leslie Bergado recently turned 58 hours of community service into a hands-on leadership experience through LEAD California’s Community Engagement Student Fellowship (CESF), working alongside Triumph Foundation to support adaptive recreation and community programming for individuals with disabilities. During the four-month fellowship, Leslie helped plan and lead […]
Stanbridge University students and staff traveled to Caserío San José Canihor in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, where they worked alongside local residents and buildOn, a nonprofit organization that works with communities in developing countries to build schools through service-based projects, to help construct a new primary school for children in the community. The project brought together volunteers and community members around […]
Skills labs and simulation labs both give healthcare students opportunities to practice what they learn in class, but they serve different purposes. A skills lab typically focuses on learning and repeating specific clinical or technical skills in a structured setting. A simulation lab brings several skills together through realistic patient-care scenarios that may require assessment, […]
Stanbridge University’s Vocational Nursing program has been ranked the #1 Best LVN Program in California for 2026 by NursingProcess.org, marking the seventh consecutive year the program has earned the publication’s top ranking.¹ NursingProcess.org evaluates eligible vocational nursing programs based on factors including academic quality, first-time NCLEX-PN pass rates, affordability, and editorial ratings.² The recognition adds to a […]
Basic Overview Stanbridge University has been recognized among the nation’s most selective colleges in a national ranking featured by Business Insider and based on data compiled by Degree Choices.¹ Ranked #35 nationally, Stanbridge University appeared alongside California’s Pomona College and Claremont McKenna College. The recognition reflects increasing interest in healthcare education as demand for nursing, occupational therapy, […]
Basic Overview A simulation lab is a learning environment where healthcare students practice clinical skills, communication, and decision-making using advanced technology before participating in supervised clinical or fieldwork experiences. Simulation-based learning complements classroom instruction by allowing students to apply concepts in realistic educational settings before working with real patients. Understanding Simulation Labs Healthcare education combines classroom instruction […]
Basic Overview Clinical education allows healthcare students to apply classroom learning in supervised healthcare settings. Through clinical experiences, fieldwork, and simulation-based learning, students develop practical skills, strengthen clinical reasoning, and gain experience working with patients and healthcare teams before entering professional practice. Understanding Clinical Education Students researching healthcare careers often learn through classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, simulations, […]
Basic Overview Nursing and allied health careers both play important roles in healthcare, but they differ in responsibilities, educational pathways, and patient care focus. Nurses often provide and coordinate patient care across a variety of healthcare settings, while allied health professionals frequently specialize in areas such as rehabilitation, therapy, diagnostics, and wellness. Understanding these differences can help […]
Basic Overview No, it is not too late to become a nurse. Many people enter nursing after working in other industries, raising families, serving in the military, or pursuing different educational paths. Whether you are interested in becoming a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or a Registered Nurse (RN), the right nursing pathway depends on your […]