Through a generous grant from the Vermont Agency of Health Services, our ABSN Pathway Program allows UVM Health employees to continue earning a salary while studying to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree with Norwich University.
This program aims to increase access for UVM Health employees wishing to enter the field of nursing. Graduates of this program will commit to a two-year commitment as a full-time nurse with a UVHMN partner.
For Those That Meet Pre-Requisite Requirements:
For Those That Require Pre-Requisites Classes:
Attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about the ABSN Pathway Program and the application process. Click the links below to register.
Tuesday, December 12, 12:00 – 12:30 pm (link opens in a new window)
Thursday, December 12, 7:30 – 8:30 am (link opens in a new window)
All candidates must:
Offered in partnership with Norwich University, the ABSN Pathway Program offers a comprehensive online and in-person curriculum for participants as they continue employment within the UVM Health.
The Vermont Agency of Health Services has generously provided grant funding for tuition, fees and textbooks for up to 10 UVM Health employees.
UVM Health participants will receive paid study hours to continue earning wages and benefits while pursuing their studies both in-person and online.
Visit the Norwich University (link opens in a new window) website to learn more about their ABSN program.
Program participants selected for program will begin their studies in May 2024.
While enrolled in the program, participants will work with their leader to determine a work schedule that works best with their accelerated class schedule.
Participants will receive paid study hours to continue earning wages and benefits while pursuing their studies both in-person and online.
The ABSN program offered at Norwich consists of a fairly rigorous course load comprised of in-person classes, online classes, and in-person clinical rotations.
We highly recommend that participants work a maximum of only two to three shifts per week. Individual preferences and academic abilities will vary.
Recipients of the Vermont Agency of Health Services grant include Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC), Home Health and Hospice (HHH), Porter Medical Center (PMC) and UVM Medical Center (UVMMC).
Yes, New York residents are encouraged to apply if they currently work at Vermont partner site within the UVM Health.
Participants will meet with admissions advisors to review past courses and grades on their transcript to determine whether they meet the requirements for the program.
Yes, participants will meet with admissions advisors to review past courses and grades on their transcript to determine whether they meet the requirements for the program.
Yes, amounts paid to educational institutions for tuition, fees, books, supplies, or other expenses constitute payments under an educational assistance program described in Section 127 of the Internal Revenue Code and are therefore excludable up to $5,250 per calendar year. Amounts paid in excess of $5,250 per year are taxable income and are subject to applicable withholding taxes.
These taxes will be withheld from regular earnings, resulting in a reduction to a participant’s usual paycheck. To avoid unforeseen hardships, the reduction should be planned for and, if necessary, additional funding sources such as loans should be sought.
Interested participants should consult with their personal tax advisor, as the Network cannot provide individualized tax advice.
For more information, visit the Norwich University website: norwich.edu (link opens in a new window)
Please complete the below form and a member of our team will be in touch.
Please contact: Jerry Baake, MSOCL, Network Director, Workforce Development – jerry.baake@UVMHealth.org (link opens in a new window)
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