If you’re interested in earning your MSN degree, but hold a bachelor’s degree in another field, our Nursing Bridge Program is built specifically for you. This program allows RN’s who earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally- or nationally-accredited college or university in a field other than nursing to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.
Transition to a Master’s Degree in Nursing
Bridge the gap between your experience as an RN and your graduate nursing degree. You’ll combine the knowledge you’ve gained as an undergraduate student with your nursing training and apply it in our Master of Science in Nursing program.
As a student, you’ll take the same introductory course all MSN students take. However, you’ll also take part in three additional bridge courses (or their equivalents) at the Bachelor of Science in Nursing level.
Your Required Bridge Courses
- Theories and Models of Nursing Practice
In NUR403 , you’ll study the behaviors, attitudes and values necessary for theory-based professional nursing practice. Concepts of professional nursing are presented within the unifying framework of Dr. Jean Watson’s “Theory of Caring.”
- Evidence-Based Nursing Research and Practice
In NUR443 , you’ll learn how to interpret, evaluate and use research in your nursing practice, as well as how to conduct your own research.
- Health Assessment and Promotion of Vulnerable Populations
In NUR440 , you’ll learn how to develop interviewing skills, refine the process of giving a health assessment and use preventative health interventions when working with diverse and vulnerable populations.
Beginning your Master of Science in Nursing Degree
After you’ve successfully completed your MSN introductory course, as well as your required bridge courses, you can move directly into one of the following programs:
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing/Informatics
- Master of Science in Nursing/MBA/Health Care Management
- Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Health Administration
- Master of Science in Nursing/Nursing/Health Care Education
- Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (at select locations)
Get in touch with an enrollment advisor to ensure that the MSN program of your interest is available in your state, online or at a local campus.
