As healthcare has become increasingly complex, the demand for highly skilled and highly educated nurses in America has increased. Although there are multiple paths to a nursing career, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is gaining more traction as the minimum preparation for the beginning professional nursing practice. Both the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and the National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice (NACNEP) both recognize the BSN degree as the minimal educational requirement for entry into practice. The Institute of Medicine has also recommended that 80% or more of practicing nurses have a baccalaureate degree in nursing by the year 2020. If you are a registered nurse, earning your BSN can advance your nursing career and prepare you to become a leader in the field.
The online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) from Utica College focuses on patient-centered health care and gives you the most current nursing knowledge and information available to be leaders in today's complex health care environment. Our RN-BSN alumni are confident that you'll get the most out of your experience at Utica - they've referred more than one-third of our current students! They know you'll benefit from a quality program that focuses on nursing leadership and critical thinking skills, all delivered through a convenient and flexible online platform. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Admission to the online RN to BS in Nursing degree (RN-BSN) requires an associate degree in nursing (ADN) from a regionally accredited program. The student must also have an active RN license or become licensed within 6 months of starting the program. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
