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Bachelor's Degree - RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing - University of Phoenix

The RN to BSN program is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of working registered nurses. The curriculum is built upon a foundation of biological, physical, and social sciences which contribute to the science of nursing. The liberal arts components promote the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspects of the professional nurse.

The program enhances the foundation in the biological, physical, and social sciences through an instructional program with behavioral objectives that concentrate on the development of the nurse's role as caregiver, teacher, and manager of care. Utilizing a self-care framework, working registered nurses are prepared as generalists who are able to apply professional skills and knowledge to nursing, clients, and health care systems.

The RN to BSN program has a 36 credit nursing core and a 12 credit cognate requirement. Completion of this required course of study fulfills only part of the 126-semester credit minimum requirement for the degree.

RN to BSN Prerequisites

HCS 418 must be completed prior to NUR 401.

Students must also demonstrate proficiency in mathematics and English prior to enrolling in specific courses. Proficiency in English foundation skills and critical thinking must be satisfied prior to enrolling in NUR 401. Proficiency in mathematics foundation skills must be satisfied prior to enrolling in QNT 4363.

Proficiency Component

In line with mission of the University's General Education program to ensure that students have reached baseline levels in basic skills before entering into the professional programs, students must demonstrate current proficiency in the areas of written communication, mathematical reasoning, and critical thinking. Proficiency requirements can be met in the following three areas using the approved methods:

1. Written Communication

• Earn "C" or better in COMM 215
• Achieve a passing score on the UOP English Proficiency Assessment
• Achieve a passing score on the College Composition CLEP exam within the past two years

2. Mathematical Reasoning

• Earn "C" or better in MTH 209
• Achieve a passing score on the UOP Math Proficiency Assessment
• Achieve a passing score on Mathematics (or higher) CLEP exam within the past two years

3. Critical Thinking

• Earn "C" or better in PHL 251
• Achieve a passing score on the UOP Critical Thinking Proficiency Assessment

University of Phoenix - RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Bachelor's Degree

At University of Phoenix, you can earn your bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree any way you want to – on campus, online, or in certain areas using a combination of both, which we call FlexNet®. University of Phoenix has grown to be the nation's largest private university, specializing in the education of working adults by offering degree programs that are highly relevant, accessible, and efficient. With over 100 campuses and learning centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and via the Internet, you can complete your degree no matter where you live, what hours you work, or how often you travel or relocate .