School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Welcome to the School of Nursing and Health Sciences!  Since 1968, our graduates have been making a real difference in the lives of others.

Thinking about a career in nursing?  We have a well-respected program that will prepare you to be in high demand by hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Not sure if nursing is your calling, but still passionate about health?  We also offer a variety of Health Care programs to help you explore different health-related fields and gain a deeper understanding of wellness.

Already a licensed or certified health care worker and looking to enhance your academic credentials?  We offer a Health Science degree built around existing healthcare training you’ve already received outside a college credit setting.

The healthcare field is constantly evolving, and there’s a growing need for skilled professionals like you!  Join us and make a difference in the lives of others.

Welcome from the Dean

Welcome to the School of Nursing and Health Sciences!

Career opportunities for nurses are expected to grow in the future as the population continues to live longer healthier lives, demanding innovative and efficient health care services.

In addition to Nursing, a number of Health Science courses are offered at Ocean County College. These courses focus on health and wellness. The courses are intended to provide education for students wishing to develop a deeper understanding of health.

Our administration is here to assist you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Our doors are always open to students to meet their needs and address their concerns and suggestions.

Teresa Walsh, Dean of the School

Connect With Your Peers

Get the most out of your time at OCC by getting involved in clubs and organizations that align with your interests.

All Clubs & Organizations

Student Nurses Organization (SNO)

your on-campus community

Open to current and prospective nursing students, SNO is the place to connect with like-minded peers and learn about national professional organizations such as the National Student Nurse Association (NSNA), which is a stepping stone to graduate professional organizations.

Interested in Transferring?

Many of our programs are designed to transfer. If your goal is to pursue a four-year degree or more, connect with our Transfer Services team to make a plan and stay on track.

Transfer Services

Get in Touch

Have any Questions?

732-255-0482

HUB@ocean.edu

Contact Us

Students that have been accepted into the program should direct any questions to the School of Nursing (x2223 or x2224).

CLINICAL PARTNERS

Students in the Registered Nurse Program gain their clinical experience at local clinical locations. Our clinical partners provide outstanding state-of-the-art clinical settings, supervised by a member of our faculty.

NURSING PROGRAM ACCREDITATION

The Associate nursing program at Ocean County College at the Ocean County
College located in Toms River, New Jersey is accredited by the:  Accreditation
Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000

The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for
the Associate nursing program is Continuing Accreditation.

View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program
at https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs/

In addition, the program is also accredited by:

The New Jersey Board of Nursing
124 Halsey Street, 6th floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973.504.6430

Complaints regarding the OCC Nursing Program may be sent to the New Jersey Board of Nursing at the above address.The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) nursing program at Ocean County College meets the state education requirements for an RN nursing license in the state of New Jersey.  Ocean County College has not determined if the A.A.S. nursing program at Ocean County College meets the state education requirements in any other state, any U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia.

ADMINISTRATION

Our administration is here to assist you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Our doors are always open to students to meet their needs and address their concerns and suggestions.