4 VITALITY Spring 2026 Opening doors for tomorrow’s nurses Bolivar Technical College (BTC) and Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) are making nursing education more flexible, supportive and attainable for students already working in health care. Many BTC students balance jobs, family and school. BTC keeps its small-town, personal approach—with oneon-one support, instructors who know you by name and help that is always available—while modernizing programs to fit today’s needs. Financial assistance One of the most meaningful investments BTC and CMH share is expanding financial aid assistance for students. The purpose is simple: No one should abandon their dream of becoming a nurse because of the cost. Students have access to traditional federal financial aid, as well as scholarships, tuition assistance and loan forgiveness programs from CMH. Hybrid courses and streamlined programs As of January 2026, hybrid courses combine online learning with in-person labs and clinical preparation, giving students more control over their schedules. Streamlined programs, like the RN Bridge, allow students to start sooner while completing prerequisites within the program. Paid clinical experience and residency Through the CMH Nurse Apprenticeship, students earn pay while completing clinical hours. After graduation, the Nurse Residency Program provides mentoring and guidance, helping new nurses transition confidently into practice. Want more info? Visit cmhbolivar.info/flexible -nursing-ed to learn more about the partnership between BTC and CMH. Save the date for 2026 CMH events Visit our website at cmhbolivar.info/ CMHCalendar. You can also contact Tara Akins, director of community relations and development, with any questions at 417-328-6318 or tara.akins@citizensmemorial.com. March 24 Tween Girls’ Night In May 2 Heroes for Hospice 5K/10K June 4 Medical Excellence Golf Classic Sept. 26 Soirée Oct. 23 Sporting Clay Shoot Sign up for our enewsletter Stay informed about CMH events through the CMH Health News email newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter delivered to your inbox twice a month. bit.ly/CMHHealthNews Check out more 2026 events
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