Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Next session begins NOV 26. Some program start times may vary.
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Overview
Approx. program length:
14 months*
*When you transfer in your ADN
Credits:
120*
*ADNs transfer in 87 credits; RNs without an ADN transfer 40 credits
Take your nursing education higher
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, those with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing generally have better job prospects than those without one. Why not get on the fast track to yours? If you have previously earned an associate degree in nursing (ADN), you can receive up to 87 credits toward your RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, earning your BSN in as little as 14 months. Students without an ADN but with an active RN license can receive a block transfer of 40 credits.
In this RN to BSN program, you’ll learn to:
- Think critically and apply clinical reasoning to make decisions
- Manage healthcare resources
- Apply leadership and management skills
- Practice in community and public health settings
Our RN to BSN is a post-licensure program that allows you to sharpen your nursing skills without putting your nursing career on hold. You’ll take just one 5-week course at a time so you can balance life and work as you work toward your degree.
Nursing Pathway Program
Interested in pursuing your BSN and your MSN? Take approved graduate-level courses while you work on your BSN through our Nursing Pathway Program. Courses apply to both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing, and you can take them at a bachelor’s-level tuition rate, saving you about $2,900 off tuition for your MSN.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs at University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Courses
Course length:
5 weeks
Total credits required:
120*
*ADNs can transfer in 87 credits; RNs without an ADN transfer 40 credits
Max. number of transfer credits:
87
Requirements and prerequisites
You’ll need 120 credits to complete this program. These may be earned through a combination of required and elective courses. Required courses may vary based on previous experience, training or transferable credits.
View additional requirements for licensure.
View the Nursing Program Handbook.
Curriculum alignment
Our curriculum is aligned with organizations such as the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN®) and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN).
Transfer credits
Earn your degree faster. Transfer eligible college credits or,if you have an Associate Degree in Nursing or an active Registered Nurse license, you will be eligible for a block credit transfer. Contact an enrollment representative at 844.YES.UOPX for more information.
Core courses
Careers & Outcomes
Job opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth for registered nurses is projected to be approximately 15 percent between 2016 and 2026. An RN to BSN degree can help prepare you to be a:
- Charge nurse
- Public health nurse
- Director of nursing
Networking opportunities
Access powerful networking tools through our PhoenixLinkTM career services platform. Take advantage of personal career coaching. Search and apply for jobs, or make your resumé visible to employers. And connect with employers and alumni through career fairs and mixers. It’s all about connections. And we help you make them.
Learning outcomes
Along with the knowledge and skills related to the University Learning Goals, graduates should gain program-specific knowledge, skills and abilities. Each college or school creates a set of Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs) to describe the knowledge, skills or attitudes students will possess upon completion of the program of study. By the time you complete your Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, you should be able to perform these learning outcomes.
Program purpose statement
The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a post-licensure education program designed for nurses with active RN licensure who wish to obtain a bachelor’s degree in the professional field of nursing. The program is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses and prepare them as generalists who are able to apply critical thinking, professional skills and knowledge to patient outcomes and healthcare systems.
Accreditation
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs at University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and are aligned with leading industry organizations, such as:
- American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN®)
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- Quality & Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
* The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs at University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
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What sets us apart?
When you choose our Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, you can:
You could receive up to 87 credits toward your RN to BSN just for having your Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), earning your degree in as little as 14 months.
Our BSN program is CCNE-accredited*. This means our program is reviewed by experts to ensure quality — so your investment in education translates to the right skills.
Take three approved graduate-level Masters in Nursing courses through our Nursing Pathway Program while you work on your BSN.
* The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs at University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Take the next step
It’s time to let your education prepare you for the next phase of your career. You’ve got the will. And, by taking one course at a time toward a RN to BSN degree, you’ve got the way.
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