Established — Yerevan, Armenia

Armenian College of Nursing
& Health Sciences

Excellence in Nursing Education

Training registered nurses for Armenia, and the world.

Authorization
Licensed in Armenia
Curriculum
NCLEX-RN–Oriented
Perspective
International Perspective
Standards
Evidence-Based Education

RA

Licensed Institution

ADN

Program

BSN

Program

Hybrid

Academic Delivery

Standards & Alignment

Accreditation & Regulatory Framework

ACNHS programs are structured to meet the highest regulatory, academic, and clinical standards for nursing education.

Ministry Recognition

Aligned with Ministry of Education & Health of Armenia standards.

NCLEX-RN Alignment

Curriculum mapped directly to the NCLEX-RN Next Generation Test Plan.

International Standards

Transcript evaluation readiness for global credential recognition.

Clinical Excellence

Clinical hours structured to meet global nursing education benchmarks.

Academic Governance

Curriculum governed by a formal academic standards council.

Patient & Student Safety

Ethical practice and professional accountability built into every course.

Our Distinction

Why Choose ACNHS

ACNHS emphasizes early clinical reasoning, structured skills development, and professional nursing judgment from the beginning of training.

Institutional Affiliation — ANA-US, Inc.

ACNHS maintains a professional collaboration with the Armenian Nurses Association of the United States (ANA-US), Inc., strengthening global nursing integration and providing lifetime professional membership opportunities to every ACNHS graduate.

System-Based Curriculum

Our curriculum is organized around body systems, patient care needs, and clinical application in order to support practical nursing reasoning and structured learning progression.

Clinical-First Training

Students are prepared through a combination of theoretical instruction, simulation, and supervised clinical education. Clinical competence is developed progressively across all terms.

International Perspective

Programs are designed with international academic comparability and documentation clarity in mind, subject to the requirements of external evaluators and regulatory authorities.

Strict Academic Standards

ACNHS enforces clear attendance policies, grading standards, and professional conduct requirements. This discipline reflects real healthcare expectations and ensures graduates meet the ethical and professional standards of a registered nurse.

Clinical Reasoning Framework

Instruction incorporates case-based clinical reasoning, documentation awareness, and applied decision-making relevant to contemporary nursing education.

Digital Transcript & Board Response

ACNHS maintains a modern digital records system. Official transcript requests and verification inquiries from Boards of Nursing or credential evaluation agencies are handled in accordance with institutional procedures, supporting timely documentation handling.

OSCE-Based Competency Assessment

Students complete structured Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) and simulation-based performance evaluations to demonstrate real-world clinical readiness beyond theoretical knowledge.

Academic Programs

Programs of Study

Rigorous, clinically-focused degrees designed for the modern healthcare environment.

Flagship Program · Enrolling

Associate Degree in Nursing

A pre-licensure nursing program focused on foundational nursing science, clinical judgment, and hands-on patient care. The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level nursing practice foundations and for possible pursuit of licensure pathways where permitted by the relevant regulatory authority.

Flagship Program · Enrolling

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

A four-year program building advanced clinical competence, leadership, research skills, and population health expertise. Designed for students seeking broader academic preparation in nursing practice, leadership, and population health.

Coming Soon

RN Bridge Programs

Pathways for internationally educated and licensed nurses seeking credential recognition, additional clinical hours, or degree advancement within Armenia and toward international licensure.

Graduate Outcomes

What Our Graduates Are Prepared to Do

Upon successful completion of an ACNHS nursing program, graduates will have developed foundational clinical knowledge, professional judgment, and an academic record that may support further steps in their nursing education or practice pathway, subject to the requirements of the relevant jurisdiction.

  • Be eligible to pursue Registered Nurse (RN) licensure, subject to approval by the applicable regulatory authority.
  • Demonstrate clinical readiness for patient care environments, including hospital, clinic, and community health settings.
  • Demonstrate a strong academic and clinical foundation for progression to BSN and advanced nursing studies.
  • Apply clinical judgment, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision-making in complex patient care situations.
  • Receive an official academic transcript issued by ACNHS, available for institutional review and credential evaluation through the institution's verification system.

System-Based Learning & Board Compliance

Curriculum Matrix

Our program structure integrates concurrent theory and clinical practice across Medical-Surgical, Obstetrics/Maternity, Pediatrics, Mental Health, and Geriatrics nursing domains.

I
Foundations of Nursing
2 Courses
Fundamentals Pharmacology
II
Medical-Surgical Core Systems
Concurrent Theory & Clinical
11 Courses
Cardiovascular Respiratory Neurological Renal & Urinary Gastrointestinal Endocrine Musculoskeletal Integumentary Medical-Surgical Critical Care Oncology
III
Lifespan & Specialty Care
Concurrent Theory & Clinical
4 Courses
Maternal & Newborn Pediatrics Gerontology Mental Health
IV
Community & Professional Practice
2 Courses
Community Health Leadership

Clinical Education

Simulation & Clinical Training

A comprehensive clinical education experience integrating high-fidelity simulation, OSCE assessments, and supervised hospital practice.

High-Fidelity Simulation Labs

Realistic patient care scenarios in a controlled, safe learning environment using state-of-the-art simulation technology.

OSCE Assessments

Objective Structured Clinical Examinations evaluating clinical competence, decision-making, and professional communication.

Supervised Clinical Practice

Hands-on training in approved healthcare facilities with experienced clinical instructors and preceptors across Yerevan.

Patient Safety Focus

Evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional accountability integrated across all clinical settings.

Faculty & Leadership

Taught by Practicing Clinicians

ACNHS faculty are active healthcare professionals and educators — not career academics.

Clinical Nursing Faculty

Registered Nurses holding BSN, MSN, and doctoral-level qualifications, with active experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and professional mentorship.

Medical Sciences Faculty

Physicians and biomedical science educators (MD, PhD) providing instruction in foundational medical sciences, pathophysiology, and clinical integration.

Simulation & Clinical Education

Experienced clinicians specializing in critical care, simulation-based education, and clinical skills assessment — supporting competency development and patient safety training.

Institutional Partnership

Global Professional Network
& Lifetime Membership

Armenian Nurses Association of the United States (ANA-US), Inc.

Every ACNHS graduate automatically becomes a lifetime member of ANA-US, Inc. — a U.S.-based nonprofit professional organization dedicated to supporting internationally educated nurses in their journey toward American professional integration, licensure, and career advancement.

Included with every ACNHS degree — at no additional cost
Member Benefits
  • Professional Networking in the United States
    Access an established community of Armenian-American nursing professionals across U.S. healthcare systems.
  • Career Guidance & Licensure Navigation Support
    Step-by-step guidance for NCLEX preparation, credential evaluation, and state board applications.
  • Continuing Education Resources
    Access to professional development materials, webinars, and clinical education opportunities.
  • Leadership & Research Opportunities
    Participate in ANA-US committees, research initiatives, and leadership development programs.
  • U.S. Healthcare System Orientation
    Structured onboarding resources to navigate the American healthcare environment with confidence.
  • Professional Recognition & Advocacy
    Representation within the U.S. nursing community, with advocacy for internationally educated nurses.
  • Community Service Initiatives
    Engagement in outreach programs supporting Armenian nurses and diaspora healthcare communities.

Begin Your Nursing Career

Join a globally focused nursing institution built for the future of healthcare. Applications are open for the upcoming intake.

Institutional FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Authoritative answers to common questions about ACNHS programs, credentials, international recognition, and the path to professional licensure.