U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps

The U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps, established in 1943 during World War II, was a government program that trained thousands of young women as nurses to address wartime healthcare shortages. It provided free education, involved military-style training, and offered stipends in exchange for a commitment to serve in the U.S. military or civilian healthcare after graduation. The program helped expand nursing workforce capacity during a critical time, promoting both professional development and national service. It officially ended in 1948, but its impact significantly advanced nursing education and workforce diversity in the U.S.