She has been a registered nurse for over 3 decades. Dr. Palarski received her diploma in nursing from Bellin College of Nursing. She earned a Bachelors degree from UW-Green Bay in Human Adaptability, a Masters degree in Fitness Management and a Doctorate degree in Higher Education and Organizational Leadership from Benedictine University. She also has a Masters degree in Nursing with a specialization in healthcare education from the University of Phoenix.