Partnership with Akron Children's offers ADN students 100% prepaid tuition, fees for uniforms, books and supplies.
Akron Children’s and The University of Akron have partnered to offer a two-year Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree (ADN) through Akron Children’s Career Launch Program.
Akron Children’s Career Launch Program is a workforce development program designed to fill in-demand health care positions and help applicants advance their careers.
The program was made possible by a $1.5 million investment from Akron Children’s and is accredited by the Ohio Department of Higher Education, the Ohio Board of Nursing and is pending approval with the Higher Learning Commission.
Upon acceptance to the program, students will be offered 100% prepaid tuition, fees for uniforms, books and supplies.
Prospective students must apply to both The University of Akron and Akron Children’s Career Launch Program to receive benefits.
Applications for the Career Launch Program can be submitted via . University of Akron applications can be submitted via www.uakron.edu/adn.
“This partnership provides students with a cost-effective path to becoming an RN,” said Rhonda Larimore, chief human resources officer at Akron Children’s. “The ADN degree program offers a way for students to enter the workforce quicker than a traditional four-year degree. This collaboration gives students the specialized training in pediatric care, equipping them with the skills they need to excel in caring for children.”
Students can attend classroom lectures at regional University of Akron campuses in Akron or Medina or via live stream at Akron Children’s. Labs and clinicals will be offered in and around Akron and Medina. Students can attend the program on a part-time or full-time basis.
ADN graduates will work at Akron Children’s to fulfill a work commitment.
"Our partnership with Akron Children's Hospital represents a remarkable opportunity to curtail the nursing shortage by adding 30 registered nurses, addressing a critical workforce need in our area. We are deeply grateful to the hospital for investing in the University of Akron School of Nursing and trusting us to equip their future employees with the skills needed to deliver exceptional care. Together, we are not only launching the careers of 30 future nurses but also strengthening the health care forecast in our region," said Dr. Timothy Meyers, executive director of 国产精品’s School of Nursing
The program begins in January 2025. The priority deadline to apply is Nov. 15. Program pre-requisites and requirements as well as curriculum guides can be found at www.uakron.edu/adn.
Media Contacts:
- Casey Newman, Akron Children’s; cnewman@akronchildrens.org
- Cristine Boyd, University of Akron; cboyd@uakron.edu