Center for Nursing Career Exploration

Are You Interested in a Career in Nursing?

Are You Interested in a Career in Nursing or Exploring Growth in Your Current Role?

The Center for Nursing Career Exploration (CNCE) is a department within the Office of Nursing Education and Professional Development. We provide career exploration opportunities for school-aged students and adult learners who are interested in the nursing profession by offering real-world immersive learning experiences. In addition, we help nurses explore growth opportunities and academic advancement. Through our engaging activities, educational offerings, and professional programs, you will be better equipped to confidently choose a career in nursing.

Complete the CNCE interest form, and a team member will be in touch.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Center for Nursing Career Exploration team at CNCE@ccf.org

Nursing Exploration and Educational Opportunities

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Nursing Shadow Program (High School and Adults)

Cleveland Clinic offers a 4-hour nurse shadowing experience at one of our Cleveland Clinic locations.

EXPLORE THE NURSING SHADOW PROGRAM

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High School Nursing Assistant Internship

A partnership with local high schools to provide hands-on training in a hospital.

LEARN ABOUT THIS INTERNSHIP

Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp

Nursing exploration opportunities for school-aged students.

STUDENTS, START EXPLORING

Howley ASPIRE Programs

ASPIRE student treating a simulated patient.

Howley ASPIRE Nurse Scholars Program

This enrichment program is designed for high school juniors interested in pursuing a career in nursing.

ASPIRE students treating a simulated patient.

Howley ASPIRE Pathways Program

This enrichment program is designed for high school juniors interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.

Nursing College Students

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Clinical and Practicum Nursing Students

Interested in a clinical or practicum nursing rotation? At Cleveland Clinic, we help over 6,000 undergraduate nursing students each year develop the skills they need to pursue a nursing career.

College nursing student learning on computer.

Nursing College Students

Learn about our Nurse Associate Externship and additional resources for college students.

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Nursing Graduate Students

Learn about Graduate Student Placement at Cleveland Clinic's Nursing Institute.

Professional Growth & Development

Create a plan for lifelong learning. Cleveland Clinic provides you with the tools you need to grow, including a personalized career path and multiple resources that will help you advance your career.

View Our Tools and Resources