​It is recommended that prospective students research the approval/accreditation status and credibility of any nursing program before enrolling in individual courses or the entire program of study.

​The Kentucky Board of Nursing only approves and regulates pre-licensure nursing education programs that originate in Kentucky. Information on all such vocational and professional nursing education programs that have received developmental, initial or full approval status can be found​ using the li​nks below:​

• Approved Nursing Programs
  

Programs should be contacted directly to find out what types of educational options are available. KBN cannot provide advice on which school(s) you should apply for or attend. 

Baccalaureate degree programs that do not result in licensure are not under the jurisdiction of KBN. These are programs in which Registered Nurses return to school to obtain a bachelor’s degree (BSN); the RNs are already licensed to practice as registered nurses.

By law, the KBN only has oversight of pre-licensure programs in Kentucky.​

​​​​The Kentucky Board of Nursing does not have any regulatory oversight of out-of-state nursing education programs.​​