Eduacation Levels

associate degree

a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies

PhD

(doctor of philosophy) doctoral degree conferred in many disciplinary perspectives housed in a traditional college of liberal arts and sciences

Certification

A process in which a person, an institution, or a program is evaluated and recognized as meeting certain predetermined standards to provide safe and ethical care.

bachelor degree

An academic degree which usually takes four years to earn and is awarded by a college or university.

masters degree

An advanced 2-year program completed after attainment of a bachelor's degree.

CEU's

Continuing Education Units, credits required for many certified professionals

Doctorate

the highest degree awarded by a graduate school or other approved educational organization.

Licensure

to be given a license to practice nursing in a state or province after successfully meeting requirements