Nursing is one of the professions which provides health care to the public.
The study of nursing involves an understanding of all aspects of people's health care needs, whether physical, emotional, social, or spiritual. Nurses also need to have good math, reading, writing and communication skills. The basic course of study qualifies the student to take the professional registered nurses licensing examination to legally practice. Study toward the baccalaureate degree prepares the student for future graduate work in nursing. The Baccalaureate Nursing Program at UH Hilo offers two options of study, both leading toward a baccalaureate of science degree.