School of Nursing

The School of Nursing provides programs that prepare students to administer nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. These programs are responsive not only to the needs of a diverse society, but also to the rapidly changing health care environment.

Undergraduate Programs

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program is for students who wish to provide direct nursing care to patients of all ages with common health needs and problems. The ASN program prepares students to continue their education in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Associate of Science in Nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse (ASN) provides students who are licensed practical nurses opportunities to earn credit by examinations for selected ASN courses.

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is for students who wish to provide direct nursing care to individuals of all ages, to their families, and communities. Students are also prepared to be in leadership/managment positions. The BSN program prepares students to continue their education in a Masters of Science in Nursing program.

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RN to BSN
RNBSN track (BSN) is for students who have completed a diploma nursing program or an associate degree in nursing program. Transcripts are evaluated for prior credit.

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Graduate Programs

Accelerated Master's Program (AMP)

Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) is designed for career changers who wish to become nurses with specialization in Nursing and Health Systems Leadership. AMP is for students who have received a bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing. this is an accelerated full-time program.

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Nurse Management Certificate 

Nurse Management Certificate is designed to provide nurse professionals (BSN) the opportunity to gain management skills necessary to assume leadership roles in today's complex, health-related organizations. This 12 month, 9 credit hour certificate accepts students each semester and is held on-line.

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Clinical Educator Certificate

Clinical Educator Certificate is for students that hold a BSN and want to focus on education of nurses and health care professionals in the clinical area. This is a 9 credit hour certificate that is completed in 12 months and may be started during any semester. All courses are on-line.

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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Master of Science in Nursing program builds on knowledge and competencies of the BSN degree. Students are prepared for expanded roles and are provided a foundation for doctoral studies. The following tracks are available:

• Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
  
• Primary Care Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
  
• Primary Care Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
  
• Nurse-Midwifery
  
• Nurse Educator
  
• Nursing and Health Systems Leadership
  
• MSN/MBA dual degree

Post-Master options for MSN

Post Master's programs are offered in most of MSN concentrations.

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Application for the Graduate Nursing Program

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is planned to begin in 2012.

News & Announcements

FAQ for ASN-BSN program

RN-BSN Program: Applications materials must be submitted by July 16, 2012 for the RN-BSN program.

RN-BSN application materials


ASN 100% pass rate on NCLEX Exam
Dean Thomas wants to congratulate all of the recent ASN (Associate in Nursing Science) graduates.  The entire graduating group from the ASN program has passed NCLEX (National Certification Licensure Exam).  This is a huge accomplishment and speaks to the talents and hard work of our students and faculty.