Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN to BSN

The purpose of the RN to BSN program is to provide the graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary for a broader understanding of professional nursing practice, as well as the foundation for graduate study. Graduates are prepared to practice as a generalist nurse, who can work with diverse populations in multiple practice settings. Our pre-licensure nursing graduates had a 99 percent first-time NCLEX pass rate in 2011. This placed our nursing program #1 among undergraduate nursing programs in Massachusetts, and #1 of all associate’s degree programs.

Program Description

The RN to BSN program is a two-year degree completion program that provides a well-delineated and broad knowledge base for contemporary nursing practice and graduate study in nursing. The curriculum is designed to focus on the synthesis and application of knowledge and research from nursing, social and natural sciences, and the humanities.

During the course of study, students will apply knowledge and skills in a variety of clinical settings. The inclusion of nursing elective courses allows the student to increase their understanding of multiple nursing practice areas. The program is offered in a format which allows students to work full-time if desired.

Admissions Requirements

Completion of an associate of science degree in nursing (ASN) from a regionally accredited college within the last seven years. (Diploma prepared RNs who have graduated from an accredited institution will have their academic credits evaluated and given a plan of study.)

Completed signed application and payment of application fee ($40.00)
Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license. Successful completion of pre-requisite collegiate courses
A 2.0 cumulative grade point average from a NLNAC or CCNE pre-licensure nursing program
Basic Life Support for Health care Provider certification provided by the American Heart Association
Criminal Record Investigation (CORI)
Sex Offenders Registry Board (SORI)
Required medical documentation (clinical facilities may stipulate additional requirements):

Immunization against measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella, tetanus (Tdap), hepatitis B series, seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccine.
Negative tuberculosis screening

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