Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to God First and excellence in higher education. Offering more than 60 areas of undergraduate study, 26 master's degree programs, and 7 doctorates to a total student population of more than 8,500 on campus, online, and at seven regional centers across Southern California, APU has been recognized as one of U.S.News & World Report's Best Colleges for six years running and by Princeton Review as one of the Best in the West. APU graduates are known for professional excellence, the highest ethical standards, and their desire to make a difference in the world.

School of Nursing

Consistent with the mission and purpose of the university, the School of Nursing is a Christian community of discipleship, scholarship, and practice. Its purpose is to advance the work of God in the world through nursing education, collaborative projects, and church and community service that encourages those affiliated with the School of Nursing (whether faculty, staff, student, graduate, or colleague) to grow in faith and in the exercise of their gifts for service to God and humanity.

The School of Nursing and its programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Accelerated RN to BSN Online Degree Completion Program

This accelerated program caters to working health care practitioners who want to develop the professional skills needed to be agents of change in the 21st century. Designed for the adult learner, the program offers flexible class scheduling, accelerated curricula, and a simplified registration process.

Students in the program study in a cohort and progress through the entire program together. Classes are offered one evening a week for four hours and courses vary in length from five to ten weeks. Clinical experiences for specific courses are arranged at other times during the week.

The accelerated RN to BSN program is also offered online, giving students access to the same quality curriculum and instruction without the on-campus class requirement. Whether due to professional/personal scheduling conflicts or geographic location, students can accomplish their degree goals through the identical curriculum and cohort model that has been so successful in the traditional classroom format.

Benefits and Distinctives

• Complete your degree in 15 months in a traditional classroom or online setting.
• Begin in the fall or spring semester.
• Learn advanced theories and skills for a deeper level of patient care and greater leadership roles.
• Apply nursing research to nursing practice.
• Enjoy courses designed to affirm personal and professional strengths.
• Enhance your marketability and advance your career with a professionally relevant bachelor of science degree.

Program Requirements

• Must be at least 23 years old
• One year spent as a practicing RN
• Minimum 60 units of transferable credit
• 2.0 GPA or above in all transferred classes

Information

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