Pathways at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans

Credential-to-credential routes you can start or finish at this institution.

CNA to Cardiovascular Technologist

Turn bedside patient-care hours into a cardiovascular technology degree — echocardiography, stress testing, and cath lab work.

Typical timeline: 2 years

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DA RDH

Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist

Use your chairside experience to enter a dental hygiene program and double your earning power.

Typical timeline: 2 years

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CNA BSN

CNA to BSN

Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.

Typical timeline: 4 years

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About Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans

Mission, offerings, and how this partner fits into your healthcare education path.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans is a university in New Orleans, Louisiana offering Doctor of Medicine, Physician Assistant and Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs, plus 1 more health programs.

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Healthcare programs at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans

Explore credentials and pathways available through this institution.

Cardiovascular Technologist

Performs diagnostic cardiac and vascular procedures such as echocardiograms and assists physicians during catheterizations.

$10,376/yr tuition

Key dates

Applications open: Sep 1, 2026
Application deadline: Feb 1, 2027

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

A bachelor's-level nursing degree that prepares graduates for RN licensure and broader leadership, community-health, and evidence-based-practice roles. Many hospitals now require the BSN for advancement.