What You Will Learn # Competency-Based RN to BSN ## RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Competency-Based program overview [Embedded content](https://www.youtube.com/embed/2mMPPgAWtdM?rel=0&controls=1&fs=0&modestbranding=1&cc_load_policy=0) × Introduction 0:03 Registered nurses build valuable 0:05 knowledge and experience throughout 0:07 their careers. For nurses who already 0:10 have at least a year's professional 0:11 practice experience, a competencybased 0:15 bachelor's degree program offers an 0:17 opportunity to build on what they know Who the competency-based RN to BSN is designed for 0:19 and potentially earn their degree more 0:20 quickly. In this video, we'll explore 0:23 the RN to Bachelor of Science and 0:25 Nursing Competencybased from University 0:28 of Phoenix, including who the program is 0:30 designed for, what you'll learn, and how 0:32 competencybased education supports How competency-based learning works 0:35 experienced registered nurses. This 0:38 competencybased program is designed 0:40 specifically for registered nurses with 0:43 an active unencumbered nursing license 0:45 and at least one year of professional 0:48 nursing experience. Students must 0:50 successfully complete both the didactic 0:52 and clinical learning experience 0:54 requirements of the BSN program which 0:56 include theory, indirect [music] and What you'll learn 0:58 direct care clinical practice 1:00 simulations and additional experiences. 1:03 The RN to BSN program tracks require a 1:06 minimum of 90 direct care [music] 1:08 clinical hours completed during the 1:10 designated courses. The direct care 1:12 clinical [music] hours must be based in 1:14 community health, not acute care. The 90 1:17 direct care clinical hours are in 1:20 addition to the indirect care clinical Leadership and professional nursing skills 1:22 hours completed in other courses. You 1:24 can discuss full requirements with an 1:26 enrollment representative [music] 1:28 as well. Because it's competencybased, 1:31 it's intended for self-motivated 1:33 learners who are comfortable working 1:35 independently and want to leverage the 1:37 knowledge they've already gained in 1:40 their nursing careers. The balora degree Self-paced online and in-person learning 1:43 program in nursing, master's degree 1:44 program in nursing and [music] doctor of 1:47 nursing practice program at University 1:49 of Phoenix are accredited by the 1:51 commission on [music] collegiate nursing 1:53 education. Unlike a traditional online 1:55 RN TOBSN program with weekly assignments 1:58 and instructor-led pacing, this [music] 2:00 competencybased program allows you to 2:02 progress by demonstrating mastery of 2:04 course [music] competencies. If you 2:07 already have a strong understanding of 2:08 certain concepts through your 2:10 professional experience, you [music] can 2:12 move through that material more 2:13 efficiently while spending additional 2:15 time on new subject areas. Throughout 2:18 the program, you'll study subjects 2:20 including healthcare policy, [music] 2:21 public health, nursing research, health 2:24 information technology, and leadership. How the degree supports your nursing career 2:27 Additionally, you will participate in 2:28 direct care clinical experiences with 2:31 both online and in-person [music] 2:33 components. You'll explore how 2:35 evidence-based practice, health care 2:37 systems, [music] 2:37 and technology influence nursing while 2:40 strengthening your ability to make 2:42 informed decisions, evaluate research, 2:45 and contribute to quality [music] 2:46 patient care. You'll also develop Wrap-up 2:48 leadership, communication, 2:51 collaboration, and critical thinking 2:53 skills [music] that support professional 2:55 growth and expanded responsibilities in 2:57 today's healthcare environment. The 3:00 curriculum is designed to build on the 3:02 experience you [music] already have as a 3:04 registered nurse while helping prepare 3:06 you for the next stage of your nursing 3:08 career. The program is designed to help 3:10 prepare graduates for roles such as 3:12 [music] charge nurse, public health 3:14 nurse, and director of nursing. The 3:17 self-paced format allows you to complete 3:19 three to four courses during each 3:22 16-week period with guidance from 3:24 faculty practitioners and a faculty 3:26 mentor. This approach gives you the 3:29 flexibility to control your pace, making 3:32 it a [music] good fit for experienced 3:33 nurses who are disciplined, independent 3:36 learners, and want to make efficient 3:38 progress toward their degree. Whether 3:41 your goal is to strengthen your 3:42 leadership skills, expand your nursing 3:45 knowledge, prepare for graduate 3:47 education, or earn your bachelor's 3:49 degree more efficiently by building on 3:51 the competencies you've already 3:53 developed. The RN to Bachelor of Science 3:56 in Nursing Competencybased from [music] 3:58 University of Phoenix may be a program 4:00 to consider. Ready to learn more? 4:04 Schedule [music] a consultation with an 4:05 enrollment representative to explore 4:07 program details, discuss your goals, and 4:10 learn [music] about available savings 4:11 options. Or if you're feeling ready to 4:13 take your next step, you can apply at 4:15 phoenix.edu. University of Phoenix explains the Competency-Based RN to BSN program, including eligibility, competency-based learning, clinical and curriculum requirements, and how the format can support experienced registered nurses working toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The video was uploaded on 08/05/2026. The video lasts for 4 minutes and 17 seconds. **Key Moments** 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Who the competency-based RN to BSN is designed for 00:33 How competency-based learning works 00:58 What you'll learn 01:22 Leadership and professional nursing skills 01:42 Self-paced online and in-person learning 02:26 How the degree supports your nursing career 02:48 Wrap-up  ```html ``` ```html ```