Keiser University - Fort Lauderdale
- 1500 NW 49th Street
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Keiser University
Degrees for Careers in Demand
For over 35 years, Keiser University has maintained a practical, hands-on approach to career education to help our students achieve their personal and professional goals. Our student-centered approach remains at the foundation of the Keiser University mission and continues to attract students who prefer a more personal learning experience.
At Keiser University, you will find a warm, friendly community with faculty and staff truly committed to your success. Our small class sizes, individualized attention, and one-class-at-a-time schedules create a positive learning environment where you can excel. Whether your goal is to prepare for a new career or to advance with your current employer, Keiser University is designed around your needs.
Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs (varies by campus)
Day, Evening, and Online Classes
Financial Aid to Those Who Qualify
Job Placement Assistance Available
Military-Friendly, Keiser University offers scholarships to qualified active duty personnel, retirees, and dependants. SOC member, Yellow Ribbon program participant.
Keiser University's programs and curriculum remain in-line with technology and workforce trends, helping you develop the skills and qualifications necessary to succeed in today's job market. Our career-focused programs make it possible for you to graduate in less time than you may think.
Associate of Science in Nursing
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Nursing prepares students to practice professional nursing. Professional nursing involves the performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skill based upon applied principles of biological, physical, psychological and social sciences. The nursing practice of a professional nurse includes but is not limited to: Observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of care; Health teaching and counseling of individuals who may be ill, injured or infirm; Promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness in others; Administration of treatments and medications as prescribed in accordance with standards of nursing practice.
Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant prepares students to work as occupational therapy assistants under direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Occupational therapy is the art and science of helping people gain skills needed to become independent in daily living activities. Students learn the therapeutic use of self-care, work and play/leisure activities to maximize independent function, enhance development, prevent disability and maintain health. It may include adaptations to a task or environment to achieve maximum independence for clients.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Online)
Keiser University Online offers an RN to BSN Nursing degree that gives you the freedom to complete your Nursing Bachelor's degree at your convenience, anytime, anywhere. Designed for licensed RNs who are graduates of Associate degree or diploma nursing programs, this program is structured to enhance professional development of those seeking career advancement opportunities or entry into Master's or doctoral programs. Courses are based on current nursing standards and evidenced-based practice and are taught by experienced nurses working in their field.
Students enrolled in the RN to BSN program will develop into critical thinkers who are able to creatively engage in rational inquiry utilizing the nursing process in both well-defined, relatively common, as well as complex clinical situations.
Develop your leadership capacity in health care and turn your RN into a BSN for greater opportunities.
Accreditation
Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Keiser University.