Distance Learning Programs
In the fall of 1990, the School of Nursing initiated the Off-Campus Learning Program (OCLP) to offer the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree at a number of hospital sites throughout in Louisiana. Most recently, in the summer of 2004, the School of Nursing launched a completely online master of science in nursing (MSN) program with a focus on Health Care Systems Management.
Department of Nursing Distance Learning Programs
Off-Campus Learning Program (OCLP) for the B.S.N. degree
Each semester a number of courses are videotaped in Loyola’s two state-of-the-art video classrooms. The class videos provide access to courses for RNs who live outside of the Greater New Orleans area. In addition, students living within the greater New Orleans area with special scheduling needs may also enroll in video courses. Students who take video courses (e.g., OCLP students) complete the same assignments as on-campus students and take proctored exams. The videotapes of each class are kept at OCLP sites until the end of the course, thus providing students access to the tapes when studying for exams.
Online, Web-Based Program for the M.S.N. degree
The Health Care Systems Management MSN program is available online to registered nurses with bachelor's degrees who have access to the internet. Information about the program may be found at www.loyno.edu/nursing/management.
Student Centered Distance Learning
Affordable
- Recognizing the special financial needs of working adults, Loyola maintains a competitive tuition rate.
- For employees participating in employer-sponsored tuition reimbursement programs, up to 90% of tuition and fees may be deferred until the end of the semester in which they are incurred.
- Students who wish to use traditional financial aid programs should contact the Financial Aid Office at 504-865-3231, or visit them on the web at www.loyno.edu/financialaid.
Student Services for Distance Learners
When visiting the main campus, distance students may make full use of all Loyola student services, including counseling and career placement.
Student Support for Distance Learners
Access to faculty advisers is provided through a toll-free number, facsimile, e-mail, and individual appointments. An extension librarian helps with research. For more information, you may visit them on the web at http://library.loyno.edu/.
Nursing Degree Opportunities Available via Distance Learning
BSN degree program for RNs who are graduates of associate degree or diploma programs (Video only not offered online)
- Offered at select off-campus learning sites throughout Louisiana
- 120 credit-hour program
- Students typically schedule two or three classes each term.
- A two-phase, accelerated RN-to-MSN program is available for RNs who plan to enter Loyola's Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Health Care Systems Management MSN program after completing the BSN degree at Loyola.
- Also available on campus in New Orleans
MSN BLEND program for RNs with non-nursing bachelor's degrees (Online only)
- Prepares the RN to enter one of Loyola's MSN programs without obtaining a BSN degree
- A 6-hour BLEND program is available to RNs with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees.
Online Health Care Systems Management (HCSM) MSN Degree
- 100% online program
- High-demand HCSM degree provides advancement opportunities
- Two-year part-time program completed one course at a time
- Internet-based program provides technical support for students
- Orientation for new online learners provided
- Competitively priced tuition with assistance available to qualified students
- Students who qualify through their employers may also use tuition rembursement for program costs
For more information about the Off Campus Learning Program call the Distance Learning Coordinator at (504) 865-3250, toll free (800) 488-6257 (OCLP) option #2 or via e-mail at OCLP@loyno.edu.