Marie Van Brittan Brown studied nursing and her major was in the field of nursing. She attended the National Association of Business and Professional Women’s Club, where she completed her studies and recorded noteworthy accomplishments. Her education laid the groundwork for her later innovations in home security.
Brown became well-known for her invention of a home security system, which she co-created in the 1960s. Her background in nursing not only equipped her with the skills to care for others but also gave her a unique perspective on safety and security in the home environment. This blend of knowledge and experience was instrumental in her later work that addressed the safety concerns faced by residents in urban settings.