header image for the BSN programBachelor of Science in Prelicensure Nursing




Earn your BSN degree in 3 years. This is an online, accelerated bachelor’s degree in nursing. This program seeks to provide an education that will produce highly-competent nurses with a high degree of knowledge and skills of nursing phenomena. In particular, our graduates will understand patient-centered care as their highest calling. They will understand lifelong-learning and evidence-based nursing procedures that seek optimal to patient-care outcomes.

The BSN curriculum meets the the California Board of Registered Nursing’s regulations, the AACN BSN Essentials and the QSEN competencies. The curriculum will prepare graduates to function at a higher-level of competence.  Courses will be taught with a unifying theme and students will learning the program concepts, going from simple to complex patterns.

Through a variety of courses in Nursing Assessment, Budgeting, clinical Quality Improvement and Nursing leadership, this degree gives the tools to become leaders in the diverse healthcare field.

An Accelerated Program

The Bachelor of Science in Prelicensure Nursing is an accelerated program of 12 continuous quarters or 3 years.

*Transfer Credits may be granted for General Education and Nursing courses earned from another accredited College. Transfer Credits may also be granted to LVNs and RNs (with an Associate Degree). Applicants must submit their Official Transcripts  along with the Application for Transfer Credit Evaluation Form.

The Bachelor of Science in Prelicensure Nursing is offered only at the Los Angeles campus.

Clock Hours
2540 hours/180 Quarter Credits
(1390 theory hours, 160 lab hours, 990 clinical hours)
Prerequisites
High School Diploma or GED

CourseDescriptionTheoryLabClinical
LTY150Information Literacy2000
ENG101English Composition 14000
MTH101Intermediate Algebra4000
ART202Art History4000
COM100Public Speaking3000
ENG102English Composition 24000
MTH200Introduction to Biostatistics4000
PSY101Introduction to Psychology4000
NUT335Nutrition and Diet Therapy4000
SOC300Sociology of Diversity4000
BIO100Human Anatomy with Lab40400
PHI305Philosophy of Ethics4000
BIO200Human Physiology with Lab40400
NSG414Health Policy and Finance4000
PSY250Human Development Lifecycle4000
BIO300Microbiology with Lab40400
NSG300Professional Issues in Nursing4000
NSG310Health Assessment Assessment4000
NSG310LHealth Assessment Lab0400
NSG307Pathophysiology5000
NSG320Pharmacology 14000
NSG330Foundations of Nursing Practice5000
NSG330CFoundations of Nursing Practice Clinical0090
NSG340Gerontological Nursing4000
NSG340CGerontological Nursing Clinical0060
NSG360Pharmacology 24000
NSG355Evidence-Based Practice4000
NSG350Medical-Surgical Nursing 14000
NSG350CMedical-Surgical Nursing 1 Clinical00090
NSG302Nursing Informatics4000
NSG431Epidemiology4000
NSG370Medical-Surgical Nursing 24000
NSG370CMedical-Surgical Nursing 2 Clinical0090
NSG400Mental Health Nursing4000
NSG400CMental Health Nursing Clinical0090
NSG410Women's Health Nursing4000
NSG410CWomen's Health Nursing Clinical0090
NSG420Pediatrics4000
NSG420CPediatrics Clinical0090
NSG430Population Health Nursing4000
NSG430CPopulation Health Nursing Clinical0090
NSG440Leadership and Management4000
NSG440CLeadership and Management Clinical0090
NSG460Medical-Surgical Nursing 34000
NSG460CMedical-Surgical Nursing 3 Clinical0090
NSG450Clinical Quality and Safety4000
NSG490LTransitions to Practice Workshop/Lab00120
TotalTotal1390160990
DescriptionCosts
Registration Fee$100.00
Books & Equipment$4,744.00
School Fees
(Laboratory, Program & Technology)
$5,448.50
Tuition
G.E. ($400/unit)
Science ($500/unit)
Nursing ($550/unit)
$92,950.00
STRF$257.50
Total Amount*$103,500.00

Campus : Los Angeles

Upcoming Classes : Call (213) 487 – 2211
Next Start: July 3rd, 2023 (Summer Quarter)

FAQ

What are the advantages of obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) compared to an Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN)?

Earning a bachelor’s degree over an associate’s degree in nursing provides expanded knowledge and skills, enhanced critical thinking and decision-making, professional development and of course higher pay. You will enjoy more advanced opportunities with higher education pathways, including master’s and doctoral programs to advance your career.

What types of courses can I expect to take in a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing program?

Some courses you can expect to take during your BSN program include core nursing courses such as: health assessment training, pharmacology, nursing leadership and management, community health nursing, nursing ethics, and nursing research.

What are the requirements for admission into a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing program?

A BSN program typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, specific prerequisite courses, such as chemistry, biology, and anatomy, a minimum GPA, entrance exams, and other application materials, such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.

What is the process for obtaining licensure as a registered nurse (RN) after completing a nursing program?

After graduating from an accredited nursing program, you must complete the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensing for entry-level nursing. You must then apply with the state licensing board in the state in which you want to practice.

What career opportunities are available for graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, and how much can I expect to earn with this degree?

Individuals graduating with a BSN typically become registered nurses in hospitals, medical clinics, home healthcare agencies, public health departments, and nursing homes. The entry-level salary for a registered nurse varies by state.



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