Nursing Bachelor of Science

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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

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award 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.

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:15-17

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. You should plan to take Semester 3, 6, and 9 in Summer Semesters.

Second Semester

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award 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.

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

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

Third Semester

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award 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.

ENG 122English Composition II: GT-CO2

3

MAT 135Intro to Statistics: GT-MA1

3

GT- HI1Any History (GT-HI1) Course

3

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

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Semester Note: MAT 135 is a prerequisite to NUR 303. Courses in Semester 3, 6, and 9 should be completed in summer semesters.

Fourth Semester

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NUR 106Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts

7

NUR 150Maternal Child Nursing

6

BIO 216Human Pathophysiology

4

Total Credit Hours:17

Semester Note: The program requires a Practical Nursing “exit option” course at the completion of the first year. This is for students who would like to complete the requirements to be eligible to apply for the PN NCLEX®. Students completing NUR 169 and the first year of the nursing program may apply for the NCLEX® exam for practical nursing licensure. NUR 169 availability varies. Please check with the Nursing program director. 

Fifth Semester

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NUR 206Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing I

6.5

NUR 212Pharmacology II

2

NUR 211Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

4

ELECTIVE NUR 304/305/306/307

3

Total Credit Hours:15.5

Sixth Semester

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GEN EDUAny Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course

3

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

3

GEN EDUAny GT-AH or GT-SS Course

3

Total Credit Hours:9
Semester Note: Courses in Semester 3, 6, and 9 should be completed in summer semesters.

Seventh Semester

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NUR 216Advanced Concepts of M/S Nursing II

5

NUR 230Transition to Professional Nursing Practice

4

NUR 301Integration into Baccalaureate Nursing Practice

3

NUR 302Trends in Nursing Practice

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Eighth Semester

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NUR 303Nursing Research/Evidence Based Practice

3

NUR 410Community Health Nursing Practicum

6

NUR 408Legal/Ethical Issues

3

ELECTIVE NUR 304/305/306/307

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Ninth Semester

Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award 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.

NUR 409Leadership in the Nursing Profession

3.5

NUR 411Senior Seminar

3

Total Credit Hours:6.5
Semester Note: Courses in Semester 3, 6, and 9 should be completed in summer semesters.

Total Credit Hours: 120