Academic Catalog - 2016-2017

College of Health and Human Services

Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


Academic Information

You are eligible for this option if you already have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. After completing this intensive 12 month plan, you are eligible to take the national licensing exam for registered nurses (NLCEX-RN)

This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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College of Health and Human Services

Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


Careers

What Can I Do with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing - Accelerated Option?

This program is designed for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree. The program has been developed to provide an intensive, year-round accelerated program of learning.

The high-tech world of health care will always be driven by the human heart. If a gifted nurse has helped you, you know that one person truly can make a difference. What you may not know is that nurses outnumber all other health care practitioners. And the demand grows.

Our programs provide the tools you need for a successful nursing career. You can advance in dozens of directions. Our hands-on curriculum covers health maintenance, disease prevention, primary care assessment, and evidence-based research. We emphasize rural and urban health care needs in the culturally diverse Southwest.

Note: If you want to major in Nursing, you must apply and be accepted to the School of Nursing program in addition to being admitted to the university.

Career opportunities that might be pursued:
  • Rehabilitation
  • Family nursing
  • Gerontology
  • Critical care

With further education, one of these paths is possible:
  • Nurse anesthetist
  • Infection control nurse
  • Nurse educator
  • Nurse practitioner

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Academic Catalog - 2016-2017

College of Health and Human Services

Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


University Requirements

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College of Health and Human Services

Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


Overview

In addition to University Requirements:

Please note that because you already have a bachelor's degree, you are not required to meet Northern Arizona University's 35 units of liberal studies requirements.

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion 79
Highest Mathematics Required STA 270
Additional Admission Requirements Required
Fieldwork Experience/Internship Required
Additional Fees/Program Fees Required
Some online/blended coursework Required
Progression Plan Link Not Available

Student Learning Outcomes

Nursing
Outcomes align with Standards from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

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Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


Details

Additional Admission Requirements
Major Requirements
General Electives
Additional Information
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Academic Catalog - 2016-2017

College of Health and Human Services

Nursing

Nursing - Accelerated Option, Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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