Backed by more than a century of academic excellence and
personalized attention, South University continues to be
recognized as an innovator in higher education.
South University - Tampa is a private academic institution
dedicated to providing quality education to its diverse and
vibrant student population. The university's faculty brings a
wealth of practical and professional knowledge to the classroom,
while offering dynamic learning environments with interaction and
challenging curricula. In addition to a strong academic
foundation, students develop the real world skills they will need
to advance their professional goals and succeed in their desired
fields.
Tampa Campus
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South University - Tampa is located in the bustling business
district of Tampa, FL, which offers a unique blend of urban
excitement and natural beauty. The Tampa Bay area encompasses
miles of glistening waterways and sandy shorelines, along with
close proximity to the nearby Gulf beaches.
The campus is located in a recently renovated space in Parkside
at Tampa Bay Park and boasts a cosmopolitan showcase for a
thriving cultural arts community, with a diverse mix of
galleries, museums, music, performing arts venues and outdoor
festivals.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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The South University Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
program prepares individuals to enter the nursing profession.
Specifically, graduates of the program are able to incorporate
the concepts of caring, communication, critical thinking and
professionalism to provide quality health care.
Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, the program encompasses
curriculum that is structured as an accelerated program of study.
Students may complete prerequisite courses in as few as 6
quarters and be eligible to receive an Associate of Science in
Allied Health Science degree.
To enter the Bachelor of Science degree program in Nursing,
students must undergo a selection process that includes an
academic performance review, entrance examination review and
personal interview.
The comprehensive theoretical and clinical practice component of
the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program allows graduates to
make a smooth transition into professional nursing practice at a
variety of health care settings and/or further study if they
choose.
Nursing RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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The nursing RN to BSN degree completion program is designed for
registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate's degree from a
regionally accredited institution or who hold a diploma from a
school of nursing accredited by the National League of Nursing
(NLNAC).
This degree program is structured in a way that gives students
the flexibility to fit education into their busy schedules so
they don't have to put their career or life on hold while
pursuing a degree. The accelerated course schedule combines
campus and online classes, helping RNs achieve their goal of a
BSN in the most efficient way possible.
In this program, students will explore innovative health care
concepts as they relate to disciplines such as:
- Palliative care
- Gerontological nursing
- Complementary and alternative nursing methods
They also will develop management skills in critical areas such
as establishing priorities, delegating responsibility and making
sound decisions.
Accreditation
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South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges,
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS, 1866 Southern
Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: 1-404-679-4501) as a Level V
institution eligible to award associate's, bachelor's, master's
and doctoral degrees.