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Nursing Degree Programs

Nursing degree program offered by following colleges and universities:-

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  • Kaplan University - Online   Popular
    Kaplan University offers a broad selection of nursing programs:-

    • MS in Nursing/Nurse Administrator

    • MS in Nursing/Nurse Educator

    • RN to B.S. in Nursing
      The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is widely considered a standard requirement for registered nurses (R.N.s) seeking broader professional responsibilities and career opportunities. Kaplan University's degree program offers an accredited, online R.N.-to-B.S.N. degree completion program that centers around health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention, information and health care technologies, ethics, human diversity, management theory, and health care system and policies. A defining feature of the curriculum is its increased focus on leadership. The program features a capstone course, a requisite clinical course, and a professional development plan.

    • RN to MS in Nursing
      If you are an RN and your career goals require earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing AND a Master of Science in Nursing, consider the new RN-to-MS in Nursing option. The RN-to-MS in Nursing option offers associate’s- or diploma-level nurses and nurses with a bachelor’s degree in another field the opportunity to satisfy specific core requirements for Kaplan University’s Master of Science in Nursing program while completing their bachelor’s degree in nursing. Students then have the opportunity to enter Kaplan University’s Master of Science in Nursing program in a condensed format. Students completing this accelerated program will earn their Kaplan University BS in Nursing and MS in Nursing degrees at a faster pace and lower cost than completing each degree separately.

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  • Stevens-Henager Online
    Stevens-Henager Online is known for its high educational standards. Academic majors are designed specifically to meet the changing trends and requirements of the medical employment markets.

    • BS in Nursing
      The Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing program prepares registered nurses (RN) to meet the many changes in the healthcare field by expanding and enhancing their nursing education. The program is available to registered nurses only. This program prepares graduates for leadership roles and graduate study in nursing. The graduate will be prepared for positions in community health clinics, private practice, hospitals, and patient care facilities.

    • BS in Nursing Administration
      The Stevens-Henager College Bachelor of Science in Nursing Administration is designed as a degree completion program to enhance career opportunities for practicing Registered Nurses by providing the appropriate knowledge and skills for supervisory positions. Coursework covers a wide range of topics including: The Health Care System, Case Management, Research in Nursing Practice, Pathophysiology, Professional Role Development, Theoretical Foundations of Nursing, Health Promotion & Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Community & Family Health, Psychological Aspects of Illness and Disability, Evidence-Based Nursing, Nursing Management and Leadership, Sociology of Aging, Advanced Interpersonal Communications, Medical Ethics, Human Resource Management, Organization Behavior and Nursing Informatics.

    • Master of Science in Nursing Administration
      Stevens-Henager College’s Master of Science in Nursing Administration degree program is designed to expand and enrich the knowledge and skills required of registered nurses and to enable nurses to pursue more challenging careers. The program combines nursing theory with advanced practice concepts necessary to work effectively within the structure of a variety of health care organizations including hospitals, large health care systems and community-based organizations.

    • Master of Science in Nursing Education
      The Nursing Education graduate program prepares nurses to be a nurse educator in a variety of settings including higher education, vocational education, staff development, and patient education. Program content focuses on preparing graduates to be conversant with theory and current trends in nursing as well as providing opportunity for students to confront important issues in education and develop skills as educators. Students seeking admission to this program must hold a valid Registered Nurse license.

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  • Capella University
    Capella University’s degree programs in nursing are designed to prepare nurses to meet the growing need for nursing faculty and advance the field of nursing research. The National League for Nursing recognizes that Capella University Nursing Education specialization aligns with the Core Competencies for Nurse Educators©, using competencies that are integral to the Certified Nurse Educator® (CNE) exam. Their RN-to-BSN specialization is specifically designed to help you advance your nursing career by transitioning your nursing diploma to a bachelor’s-level education.

    • Bachelor’s in Nursing
      • BSN – RN-to-BSN Completion

    • Master's in Nursing
      • MSN - Nurse Educator
      • MSN - Nurse Educator Bridge

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  • University of Phoenix
    University of Phoenix offers the following Nursing degree programs:

    • RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
      The RN 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 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.
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    • Master of Science in Nursing
      This NLNAC-accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is designed for baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses. It provides students with advanced nursing knowledge through theory and research.

      Admission requires you to have a valid current U.S. RN license and demonstrate three years full-time RN work experience. You must also hold a BSN degree or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Additional requirements must be met prior to official admission. RNs with a bachelor's degree in an area other than nursing have the opportunity to earn a MSN degree through our RN to MSN Bridge Program. With this program, RNs can complete three courses at the BSN level and then move directly into the Master of Science in Nursing curriculum.
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  • Walden University - M.S. Degree in Nursing
    The M.S. in Nursing focuses on developing leaders to fill critical roles in the nursing field. Learn key leadership skills to help you improve patient services, or acquire pedagogical knowledge to enable you to impact the next generation of nurses.

    • M.S. in Nursing - Education
      Walden University has specifically developed the M.S. in Nursing with a specialization in Education to address the growing need for more nursing education positions in L.P.N, A.D. and B.S.N. programs. This innovative program is designed to prepare nurses to fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty position. Prepare yourself for a vital role in nurse education, training or staff development. The M.S. in Nursing with a specialization in Education focuses on developing solid pedagogical practices so you can impact the next generation of nurses.
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    • M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management
      Registered nurses are the vital front line in patient care. Charged with day-to-day implementation of policies and practices, you understand the needs of your patients and your organization - and you see the opportunities for improvement. With the Walden University MS in Nursing with a specialization in Management and Leadership, you can become an agent of change and a leader in your field. Gain the knowledge, skills and influence to affect more lives and make an even bigger difference - for your patients, your organization and the future of health care. The curriculum is based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Master's Education and the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Scope and Standards for Nurse Administrators - the same standards used to create the essentials of magnetism for magnet hospitals.
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  • Independence University
    For over 30 years, Independence University has been offering quality programs at a distance. Independence University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC).
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Community Health
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Administration
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Gerontology
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Wellness Promotion

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  • Miller-Motte College Online
    With classes that allow you to study and learn at your own pace, Miller-Motte College Online puts achieving your goals just a click away. Classes are structured to fit your busy lifestyle so you can balance the demands of work, school and family while completing your degree faster than you even expected.

    • Nursing (RN to BSN):
      The objective of this program is to assist the Registered Nurse (RN) in obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree to enhance career goals and employability. The program is designed in such a way that progressive courses build upon the mastery of other courses and emphasize integration of course material to ensure a cohesive coordinated learning experience. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is a degree-completion program which builds on the applicant’s earned Associate’s degree. Students entering this program must possess at least 90 credit hours in the earned Associate’s degree or equivalent, and an unencumbered, current license to practice as a Registered Nurse.

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  • Western Governors University
    With bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in Nursing, WGU’s rigorous yet flexible approach to education gives the university a unique advantage over other online programs.

    • B.S. in Nursing:
      Elevate your credentials, boost your salary, and increase your job security with WGU’s B.S. in Nursing. This rigorous yet flexible program is based on National League of Nursing (NLN) competency standards and can prepare you to become a more qualified and influential nurse practitioner in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. WGU’s B.S. in Nursing program incorporates advanced skills and knowledge that go beyond the clinical aspects of nursing. Our industry-driven curriculum integrates patient education, health promotion, nursing roles and values, and technology, as well as healthcare systems and policies.

    • M.S. in Nursing - Education:
      The M.S. in Nursing, Education specialization, prepares you to become a nurse educator in schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. This advanced program equips you with high-level knowledge and skills while incorporating best practices in policy, organization, and financing; role development; research; advanced nursing practices; and nurse education. To qualify and succeed in this specialized graduate degree program you must be an actively working registered nurse (RN) who holds a nursing bachelor’s degree (BSN), already possesses healthcare experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to your studies. This is the ideal program for RNs with BSNs who desire to become effective nurse educators. Earning your Master’s in Nursing Education degree from Western Governor’s University will expand your career options within the nursing and education fields, and can mean added job security and better pay All WGU programs are CCNE accredited.

    • M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management:
      WGU’s Master’s in Nursing Management prepares you to become a staff developer or health administrator in schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. The curriculum of this program incorporates mastery of the competencies established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nurse administrator certification, and focuses on 11 domains of study including policy, organization, and financing, role development, research, advanced nursing practices, and nurse education.

    • M.S. in Nursing - Education (RN to MSN Option):
      WGU’s M.S. in Nursing—Education degree with RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor’s- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master’s degree. The curriculum of this program incorporates mastery of the competencies established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for nurse administrator certification, and focuses on 11 domains of study including: policy, organization, and financing, nursing education and science, nursing theory and practice, quantitative literacy, research fundamentals, and language and communication. Completion of a capstone project and a 40-hour practicum in nursing management are also required.

    • M.S. in Nursing --Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option):
      WGU’s Master’s in Nursing Management with (RN to MSN) prepares you to become an effective operator of healthcare facilities. Through this program, you will complete your bachelor’s degree coursework, earn your master’s degree, and complete the exam necessary to earn the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Nurse Executive Certificate. The curriculum of this program focuses on 11 domains of study including: leadership and management, policy, organization, and financing, nursing education and science, nursing theory and practice, quantitative literacy, research fundamentals, and language and communication.


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