Northeast Community College

Northeast Community College (NECC) is located in Norfolk, Nebraska. NECC was established back in 1973. This public community college actually has four campuses in the area for students to choose from; this is due to the merger between the Northeastern Nebraska College and the Northeast Nebraska Technical College. The school has various programs of study. There are degree, certificate, and diploma programs. Students in the community have been turning to NECC for decades when looking to further their career potential. It offers students a complete education in many different fields, making it a versatile educational institution.

The NECC nursing program has remained a very prevalent part of the college for years. Students can earn a practical nursing diploma or they can pursue an associate degree in nursing. The curriculum is designed to be a combination of theory and clinical courses. The clinical portion of the nursing education takes place at local hospitals and other healthcare agencies. This school also offers students access to state of the art simulations labs as a supplement to the clinical experiences. The nursing program is approved by the Nebraska State Board of Nursing and is also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).