SKYCTC nursing program ranked No. 1 in Kentucky

Skyctc Nurse Pinning Ceremony

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College has announced its registered nursing program has been recognized as one of the best in the Commonwealth by RegisteredNursing.org.

According to a release by SKYCTC, the registered nursing program secured the No. 1 ranking in Kentucky. SKYCTC offers the program at both its Glasgow and Bowling Green campuses.

SKYCTC’s nursing program has consistently demonstrated excellence, achieving a 100% NCLEX pass rate across multiple years.

SKYCTC offers multiple nursing pathways, including:

  • Associate in applied science in nursing
  • Practical nursing diploma
  • Medicaid nurse aide certification

Students gain extensive hands-on experience in clinical rotations at local healthcare facilities, state-of-the-art labs and benefit from affordable tuition options such as the Work Ready KY Scholarship, according to the release.

“SKYCTC’s nursing program is one of a kind,” said Hollie Sims, a current registered nursing student at SKYCTC in the final semester of the program. “The program is more than just an education. It provides a journey of hands-on experience, where every challenge shapes you into a caregiver, a leader, and a healer. SKYCTC has prepared me to feel confident in my nursing career.”

Local hospitals, including T.J. Regional Health, Med Center Health and TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital, continue to benefit from SKYCTC graduates, the release says.

RegisteredNursing.org compiles annual rankings based solely on NCLEX pass rates, offering a trusted resource for prospective nursing students evaluating programs. SKYCTC’s top rankings underscore its role as a leader in nursing education and a vital contributor to Kentucky’s healthcare workforce.

For more information about SKYCTC’s nursing program, visit SKYCTC Nursing Program at http://southcentral.kctcs.edu.