The Pine Rest Nursing Academy is excited to welcome Western Michigan University to its growing list of participating schools!
Through this collaboration, WMU nursing students accepted into the Academy will have the opportunity to develop hands-on skills and receive focused training in mental health nursing, all while receiving up to $40,000 in tuition assistance and a guaranteed job at Pine Rest upon graduation from their nursing program.
Key features of the Pine Rest Nursing Academy include:
- Real-World Experience: Students have the chance to engage in patient care on site at Pine Rest.
- Professional Mentorship: Students learn alongside seasoned nurses and staff.
- Advanced Training: through evidence-based practices and specialized mental health nursing skills.
- Tuition Assistance: Up to $40,000 in tuition funding ($10,000 per semester).
- Immediate Employment: A guaranteed job at Pine Rest following graduation.
“We are proud to support Western Michigan University students as they begin their careers. Through this program, we not only nurture the skills and confidence nurses will need for a successful career, but we also create a brighter future of care for families throughout our Michigan community.” — Amy Pierce-Danders, workforce development manager at Pine Rest.
To learn more about how WMU’s partnership with the Pine Rest Academy is expanding opportunities for its nursing students, see this recent article on the WMU website.
To see a list of all Pine Rest Academy participating schools and universities and find out how to apply, visit the Pine Rest Academy webpage.
