Nursing Bachelor of Science

My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your degree and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a four-year BSN Degree in Nursing and enter the workforce. Students explore procedures to provide and manage care in various health care facilities. Students acquire skills and techniques to perform in nursing care facilities, hospitals, clinics, physician offices, research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, education institutions, state, public and government institutions, insurance and law firms, and private companies. The RN to BSN program is a continuation of preparation for entry-level nursing practice as a registered nurse. The program is a combination of hybrid and online courses, and can be completed in four semesters full-time. For students currently enrolled in the associate degree nursing program as well as those working full-time as a registered nurse, the program is flexible allowing extended time to earn a degree. As some employers show a preference for baccalaureate prepared nurses, the BSN can increase eligibility for nursing roles in direct patient care and leadership. The student must be licensed as a registered nurse prior to completion of the RN-BSN program.

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First Semester

ENG 121English Composition I: GT-CO1

3

PSY 235Human Growth & Development: GT-SS3

3

BIO 201Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab: GT-SC1

4

NUTRITION HPR 108 or HWE 100

1

BIO 204Microbiology w/Lab: GT-SC1

4

Total Credit Hours:15

Semester Note: First Semester courses are required and must be taken prior to program admittance. These are fall semester courses. You should complete the Nursing Program application process prior to declaring as a nursing student and take Semester 2 through Semester 9 as a full-time nursing student.

Second Semester

NUR 109Fundamentals of Nursing

6

NUR 112Basic Concepts of Pharmacology

2

BIO 202Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab: GT-SC1

4

MAT 103Math for Clinical Calculations

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Third Semester

ENG 122English Composition II: GT-CO2

3

MAT 135Intro to Statistics: GT-MA1

3

GT- SSAny Social & Behavioral Science (GT-SS) Course

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Semester Note: MAT 135 is a prerequisite to NUR 303

If you are completing NUR 169 and the first year of the nursing program, you may apply for the NCLEX® exam for practical nursing licensure. NUR 169 is not offered every semester. Please check with program director for more information.

Fourth Semester

NUR 106Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts

7

NUR 150Maternal Child Nursing

6

BIO 216Human Pathophysiology

4

Total Credit Hours:17

Fifth Semester

NUR 206Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing I

6.5

NUR 212Pharmacology II

2

NUR 211Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

4

GEN EDUAny GT-AH or GT-SS Course

3

Total Credit Hours:15.5

Sixth Semester

NUR 301Integration into Baccalaureate Nursing Practice

3

NUR 302Trends in Nursing Practice

3

GEN EDUAny Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Seventh Semester

NUR 216Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing II

5

NUR 230Transition to Professional Nursing Practice

4

NUR 303Nursing Research/Evidence Based Practice

3

GT- HI1Any History (GT-HI1) Course

3

Total Credit Hours:15
Semester Note: AAS Graduation /Completion

Eighth Semester

NUR 408Legal/Ethical Issues

3

ELECTIVE NUR 304/305/306/307

3

NUR 409Leadership in the Nursing Profession

3.5

ELECTIVE NUR 304/305/306/307

3

GEN EDUAny GT-AH, GT-HI, or GT-SS Course

3

Total Credit Hours:15.5

Ninth Semester

NUR 410Community Health Nursing Practicum

6

NUR 411Senior Seminar

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Total Credit Hours: 120

Important Program Notes:

You must complete this program as a full-time nursing student beginning in Semester 2 (spring semester). Contact an advisor regarding your scheduling needs.

Courses in Semester 3, 6, and 9 should be completed in summer semesters.

You must complete 120 credits to earn your Nursing Bachelor of Science degree. You should not exceed 124 creditsYou may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.