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Whether you're looking to train for a new role, exploring the college experience for the first time, or returning to school to complete or start a new degree, the Academic Partnership programs offered through the BJC Institute for Learning and Development will help you get started and moving towards completing your educational goals. Be sure to check out what we offer, and if you're not sure which program may be right for you, visit our Career Services Center.

**In light of COVID-19, all BJC Cohort programs have been moved to an online format until further notice**

BJC Academic Partnership Information

BILD offers several partnership programs with leading colleges and universities. Some of these programs meet at BJC facilities and many are online. All are through accredited academic institutions. BILD works with colleges and universities to pay for your courses in advance, eliminating the need to immediately pay for your tuition to start your classes. The team works with the HR Hub to coordinate your use of BJC’s tuition. reimbursement benefits so you get the most from your annual benefit and reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Many of these educational programs are offered in a cohort model where you attend class with other BJC team members. As you learn and grow together, you will gain a unique understanding of BJC’s business through a variety of viewpoints with programs starting at various times throughout the year, depending on the school and program.

Click here to view the Academic Cohort Process.

After reviewing the information below, if you need additional details, please complete our Academic Partnership Interest form.

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Programs

STLCC PCT Program

For employment opportunities at Barnes-Jewish Hospial, St. Louis Children's Hospital and Missouri Baptist Medical Center

This PCT training program is conducted in partnership with St. Louis Community College (STLCC). This program is offered several times per year. Current BJC employees who are interested in transitioning to a PCT role first need to fulfill STLCC's admission requirements. As a part of the application process with STLCC, student information is shared with BJC Human Resources for follow-up. BJC HR then conducts their regular screening and interviewing process, and, if selected, you would officially transfer into a PCT position.

Your first few weeks of work would be at STLCC in the classroom going through the training program. This training is usually 5 days per week during the day. Once completed, you would be assigned to your regular hospital department and shift.

The BJC Tuition Benefit will cover the cost of tuition, however you may be responsible for other expenses, such as books, uniforms, CPR certification, etc.

PCT Cohorts are now forming! Click here for more information about these exciting opportunities!

St. Charles County College PCT Program

For employment opportunities at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, and Progress West Hospital

This PCT training program is conducted in partnership with St. Charles Community College (SCC). Current BJC employees who are interested in transitioning to a PCT role at one of these hospitals should first complete the interest form linked below. That information will be shared with Talent Strategies and candidates will be contacted with next steps.

The BJC Tuition Benefit will cover the cost of tuition, however you may be responsible for other expenses, such as books, uniforms, CPR certification, etc.

PCT Cohorts are now forming! Click here for more information about these exciting opportunities!

Midwest Career Source PCT Program

For employment opportunities at Memorial Hospital - Belleville and Memorial Hospital - Shiloh

This training program is conducted in partnership with the Midwest Career Source Vocational School. This program follows Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training guidelines and prepares individuals to sit for the CNA exam.

Current BJC employees who are interested in transitioning to a PCT role at one of these hospitals should first complete the interest form linked below. Your information will be shared with Talent Strategies and candidates will be contacted with next steps.

The BJC Tuition Benefit will cover the cost of tuition, however you may be responsible for other expenses, such as books, uniforms, CPR certification, etc.

Cohorts are now forming! Click here for more information about these exciting opportunities!

Undergraduate Programs

Associates of Arts (AA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Southern Newhampshire University (SNHU) is an accredited leader in online learning solutions for working adults.

If you’ve been considering earning a degree, SNHU has options to fit your busy life. The instructor-led online programs include 200-plus transfer-friendly degrees including BSN, MSN, health care and business programs. SNHU also offers CCNNE-accredited nursing programs designed by nurses for nurses. These are just like traditional college classes but with convenient, 24/7 access to the classroom and a 20 percent discount for BJC employees. Not all of SNHU's programs are covered by BJC’s tuition benefit, please submit a Tuition Inquiry to the HR Hub Tuition Team if you have any questions)

To get started, please visit BJC's dedicated page on SNUH's website.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management
Fontbonne University offers either of these degrees at the BJC Learning Institute. Using a rotation of classes, including general education credits, students can choose the degree that best suits their educational and career goals. The programs are delivered in a cohort format with experienced faculty. These degrees can be completed in as little as four years, depending on previously earned transfer credits and frequency with which a student would take classes. Two classes are offered each term, meeting on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

To get started, please visit BJC's dedicated page on Fontbonne's website.

School for Professional Studies Bachelor Programs
St. Louis University's new cohort design takes students through a core series of classes while allowing individualized selection of majors and minors. Click here to view a list of available programs.

Enrollment can occur at any term.

Bachelor of Liberal Studies - Medical Technology
This Bachelor’s completion program is 100% online and is designed for students who wish to become medical technologists certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. Students can start any term and design their progression at a pace that works with their schedule.

Employees can visit SIUE's Corporate Partnership website for program information.

RN to BSN Programs

RN to BSN
Central Methodist University’s RN to BSN degree program offers full or part time options in a hybrid or online format. Students may enroll up to 5 times per year.

Employees can visit Central Methodist University's website for program information.

The next program start dates:
Online Option Now Available

RN to BSN
Saint Louis University’s School of Nursing offers an online RN to BSN program. Enrollment is flexible due to the online format

To get started, please visit SLU's website specific to BJC employees here.

RN to BSN
SIUE’s School of Nursing offers an online RN to BSN program. Students may enroll at any time with terms beginning every 8 weeks.

Employees can visit SIUE's Corporate Partnership website for program information.

RN to BSN
Webster University's School of Nursing offers a classroom-based degree completion program.
Nurses can start the RN to BSN program in August or January.

Employees can visit Webster's website webster.edu for program information and here to start the application process.

Graduate Programs

Master of Social Work (MSW)
In addition to our traditional MSW program*, UMSL is starting a Live/Virtual MSW cohort for qualified BJC employees who already have a BSW.

Live/Virtual Master of Social Work (MSW) Program:
--Degree completion in three years
--Students have option of attending in person or virtually
-- Set curriculum: Family Practice concentration with focus in Health and Behavioral Health
--Field practicum: BJC Behavioral Health
--BJC full-time employees can receive up to $4,500/calendar year; BJC part-time employees can receive up to $2,250/calendar year
--Learn more at socialwork.umsl.edu
--Apply at apply.umsl.edu
--Tuition/fee schedule at umsl.edu/go/tuition
*UMSL still offers full-time or part-time curriculum options for those not interested in nor eligible for the prescribed live/virtual 3-year program.

With more than 15,000 students, the University of Missouri–St. Louis is the St. Louis region's premier public research university. UMSL provides excellent learning experiences and leadership opportunities to a diverse student body whose influence on the region upon graduation is immense. The Master of Social Work (MSW) at UMSL prepares its graduates for professional social work practice. Graduates will have the knowledge, skills, and values for direct social work practice with individuals, families, and older adults or the knowledge, skills, and values to effectively manage and lead human service agencies. Social justice principles guide graduates in their practice at all levels of intervention, particularly with persons who are oppressed because of their color, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation or physical or mental ability. To assist the professional development and educational opportunities of eligible and qualified BJC employees, UMSL will provide a Master of Social Work degree program in partnership, including relevant academic support services to ensure student achievement and degree completion.

To get started, please visit BJC's partnership page on UMSL's website. The application deadline has been extended to Nov 1 2022 for the upcoming cohort; apply today!

For additional details, an informational flyer is also available for download.

Master of Science in Nursing
SNHU is an accredited leader in online learning solutions for working adults. These instructor-led online programs include 200-plus transfer-friendly degrees in MSN, health care and business programs. SNHU also offers CCNNE-accredited nursing programs designed by nurses for nurses. These are just like traditional college classes but with convenient, 24/7 access to the classroom and a 20 percent discount for BJC employees.

To get started, please visit BJC's dedicated page on SNUH's website.

Not all of SNHU's programs are covered by BJC’s tuition benefit, please check with the Employee Service Center at (314) 362-2184 if you have any questions.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College offers four Master of Science in Nursing degree concentrations, along with post-master’s certificate options.

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners Concentration: AGACNPs provide care for patients with acute, critical or complex chronic health conditions in diverse health care settings. This 27 month program, post-BSN, will prepare student for the complex and evolving roles of practitioners in intensive and acute care environments. A post-master’s certificate is also available for MSNs interested in pursuing this specialty.

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Concentration: The AGPCNP concentration gives BSN-prepared nurses the education needed to specialize in primary care management for adolescents to adult patients. Graduates of this 27 month program practice adult primary health care as well as prevention and treatment of chronic conditions. A post-master’s certificate is available for those with a master’s degree looking for certification in this particular field.

Nurse Educator Concentration: The Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Educator Concentration is for BSN-prepared nurses to become skilled educators in an academic setting or in a clinical setting. This concentration is 18 months full-time or 24 to 36 months part-time. A post-master’s certificate is available for those with a master’s degree looking for certification in this particular field.

For more information, visit Goldfarb’s MSN website or call the admissions department at (314) 454-7055.

Doctoral Programs (DNP and PhD)
The Doctoral Programs at Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College offer registered nurses interested in pursuing advanced leadership roles in nursing practice and research positions in academia as well as in the research departments of leading health institutions and hospitals.

Nurse Anesthesia Program: The Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Anesthesia Program, in affiliated with Washington University Department of Anesthesiology, prepares students to become an advanced practice nurse delivering the full scope of anesthesia science in critical care settings. The program is 36 months long, and open to BSN and MSN prepared students.

For more information, visit Goldfarb’s CRNA website.

Doctor of Nurse Practice - Health Systems and Population Health Leadership Concentration: This unique track, designed in partnership with McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University, is offered to BSN- and MSN-prepared registered nurses interested in pursuing advanced leadership positions in a variety of health care settings. The goal of the Health Systems and Population Health Leadership concentration is to prepare nursing leaders to inform health care delivery by equipping them with the capacity to identify and solve problems, improve access to care complexities, manage operational efficiencies and increase patient safety in the health care environment.

Fir more information, visit Goldfarb’s DNP website.

Post-MSN Program: The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree for MSN-prepared nurses is all online and will advance students’ knowledge in practice and affecting change by evaluating policy, applying clinical scholarship and using advanced leadership skills. The program length is 24 months.

For more information, visit Goldfarb’s DNP website.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing: With the Graduate School at Washington University in St. Louis, Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing. Students pursuing a PhD in nursing science will have the chance to experience an interdisciplinary learning environment that will prepare them for research positions in academia as well as in the research departments of leading health institutions and hospitals. The PhD program’s application deadline is January 25, with a start date in the fall.

For more information, visit Goldfarb’s PhD website.

For information on any of Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville (SIUE)'s programs below, employees should visit SIUE's Corporate Partnership website for program-specific information.

BJC Employees may be eligible to waive SIUE's application fee. Email Academic Partnerships for more information.

Master of Science Healthcare Informatics
This program, which teaches skills and perspective in planning, designing, implementing and using information technologies, is designed for clinical employees with bachelors degrees who have technology-based responsibilities or who have interest in moving their careers in that direction.



Master of Science Nurse Educator
This program is individualized according to the student’s professional experience, interest and academic needs. Faculty teaching in the specialization offer diverse experiences, provide exciting teaching strategies and act as role models for the students in the specialization. After finishing the program and two years of teaching experience, graduates are eligible to take the National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator exam.

The nurse educator specialization in SIUE's School of Nursing is provided in an online format with three face-to-face practicum experiences provided in a variety of settings.


Master of Science Health Care and Nursing Administration
This program prepares nurses for entry into management positions in health care organizations, and refines the skills of experienced nurse managers to mentor them for executive-level positions.

This program is provided online and can be started at any time.



Post Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice
This program is designed for nurses holding a master’s degree as an advanced practice nurse, or holding a Bachelor of Science in nursing and a master's degree appropriate to their advance nursing practice role. The need for innovative strategies to improve the nation’s health has created a high demand for doctorally prepared nurses who possess the sophisticated blend of interpersonal, practice, organizational, business and leadership skills as offered in the SIUE DNP program.

The program is offered primarily online, but includes two immersion experiences scheduled for three days in August of each year.

Master of Health Care Operational Excellence
Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science offers a degree in Health Care Operational Excellence. This program is completed in 3 years, 3 classes each year.

More information, including upcoming information session dates and times, as well as contact information for the engineering school can be found at opex.wustl.edu

For more information about BJC Cohorts, please click here. If you are ready to start the application process, please click here

BJC Employees may be eligible to waive Webster University's application fee. Email Academic Partnerships for more information.


**In light of COVID-19, all BJC Cohort programs have been moved to an online format until further notice**

Master of Business Administration
Earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a tremendous accomplishment and a valuable addition to any career. The business acumen gained through advanced classes including finance, accounting, management, marketing and economics can help guide professional planning, problem solving and decision-making.

Over 200 BJC employees who have graduated or are enrolled in this program find unmatched value in the business relationships they've established with other employees. Because the MBA cohort is open only to BJC employees, form lasting bonds in this two and a half year program.

Classes are offered one night a week at the BJC Learning Institute.

The next program start date is: May 2023

Click here for more information about Webster's MBA program.



Master of Health Administration
The Webster University MHA program is designed to help develop management and leadership skills while advancing an understanding of the health care delivery system. Students will study topics in such areas as health administration law, health care financial management, human resources management and statistics. The cohort format will enable BJC employees from across the organization to learn and share in a classroom setting.

The classes are offered one night per week at the BJC Learning Institute.

The next program start date is October 2023.

Click here for more information about Webster's MHA program.



Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) (Educator or Leader)
The Webster University MSN program prepares nurses for a variety of leadership roles in health care delivery systems. Courses including advanced research, integrated studies, leadership, financial issues and legal issues.

The classes are offered one night per week at the BJC Learning Institute. The next cohort will start in January 2023.

Click here for more information on the MSN degree options.