Nursing, B.S.N.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing "completion program" is a limited access program designed for registered nurses who are graduates of an accredited Associate in Science in Nursing degree program (A.S.N.). Upper division course work will consist of 30 credit hours addressing topics related to leadership and management, nursing theory, research, culture, pharmacology, community health, and population-based nursing across the lifespan. The course work will be completed online in asynchronous instruction. There will be one course with a lab experience and two courses with local clinical experiences.

All B.S.N. degree seeking students are required to complete the same basic requirements as traditional baccalaureate students, including general education courses and demonstration of foreign language competence. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program adheres to the state’s common course prerequisites.

Career Opportunities

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members. The median annual wage of registered nurses with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing was $73,300 in May 2019, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Employment of registered nurses is expected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons, including an increased emphasis on preventive care; increasing rates of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity; and demand for healthcare services from the baby-boom population, as this group leads longer and more active lives.

Accreditation

The Baccalaureate degree in nursing  at Santa Fe College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) until June 30, 2029.

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