Programs & Incentives
The Army Nurse Corps provides a comprehensive array of programs and incentives tailored to support nursing professionals' career growth and financial needs. Among these, the AMEDD Enlisted Commissioning Program (AECP) offers enlisted soldiers the chance to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), covering tuition fees and providing a book stipend. The Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) extends scholarships to students pursuing advanced nursing degrees like DNP or MSN in specialized fields, while the Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing (USAGPAN) offers a Doctor of Nursing Program for aspiring Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, including full pay and tuition during the program.
For loan repayment, the Active-Duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (ADHPLRP) and the Reserve Component Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (RCHPLRP) assist qualified candidates in paying off their education loans. Special programs like the 66H Precision Course Guarantee Critical Care Nurse and Labor and Delivery Student Programs offer guaranteed training pathways for specific nursing specialties.
Additionally, the Army Nurse Corps provides the Active-Duty Accession Bonus, USAR Accession Bonus, and Specialized Training Assistance Program (CRNA) FSTRAP, each designed to offer financial incentives in different capacities. Nurses may also benefit from Incentive Pay for specific skill achievements, the CSWSAB for critical wartime specialties, and Board Certified Pay, which encourages and rewards professional excellence.
Contact us for the most up-to-date information on these programs and incentives and how they align with your career goals in nursing. We can offer detailed insights and guidance, assisting you in exploring the various opportunities and benefits available within the Army Nurse Corps.