Binghamton University has earned a reputation for innovative
academic and student life programs, outstanding students, faculty
and staff, and the highest graduation rate in the SUNY system.
For 50 years, we have been sustained by a vision of excellence
that has earned us accolades as the "crown jewel" of New York
State's public university system.
We are proud to offer our students an excellent research library,
outstanding computing facilities, superb performing-arts center
and a wide assortment of course offerings. Binghamton students
enjoy a wide range of internships, create individualized majors,
provide service to others as tutors, peer advisors or counselors,
do research with faculty, and attend graduate schools in a wide
range of fields.
The Decker School of Nursing has a long tradition of excellence.
In the thirty years since its inception, the outstanding
contributions that its graduates have made to the field of
nursing have gained ever-increasing recognition. The school has
also been recognized for its high-quality research capabilities
and innovative educational programs.
Now that the Decker School moved into a new academic building
which houses a state-of-the art learning resource center that
includes a learning laboratory, student computer room, and
multimedia center, we can provide students with the highest
quality learning experiences using a variety of hands-on learning
models, simulation equipment and up-to-date computer hardware and
software.
BS Degree with a Nursing Major
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Today's complex health care system requires the very best
preparation for the professional practice of nursing. While
nurses entering the field need to possess excellent technical
skills, they must also be equipped to understand patient needs at
all levels. Students enrolled in the Decker School of Nursing's
traditional BSN program receive this preparation in a four-year
course of study firmly grounded in the liberal arts and sciences.
Students begin the nursing major in the junior year. Most of the
nursing courses have a clinical component, which provide students
with the opportunity to apply theory to practice. Students care
for patients in all age groups in hospitals, community health
facilities, and long term care institutions. In the final
semester of the senior year, students transition to practice as
professional nurses through immersion in clinical experiences in
practice settings in area hospitals and health organizations.
RN-to-BS Program
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Designed to meet the needs of RNs who are graduates of Associate
degree or Diploma programs, as well as the needs of RNs who have
earned Bachelor's or Master's degrees in other disciplines, this
program offers varying levels of advanced placement to RNs
seeking to earn the BS degree with a nursing major. Transfer
credit and credit-by-examination may count toward the 128 credits
required for the completion of the BS degree.
Accelerated RN-to-BS Program
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This two-semester program of study is designed for RNs who have
completed the prerequisites, a majority of general education
courses, a significant number of elective credits and have
experience as an RN. RNs with baccalaureate degrees in other
disciplines, or those with a significant number of credits from
other colleges may also be eligible to apply.
Accelerated BS Program
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The accelerated baccalaureate program is a 12 month,
three-semester program leading to a BS degree with a major in
nursing for applicants with a Baccalaureate or higher degree in
another field. Students selecting this option will complete all
required courses in the nursing major in a sequence that provides
accelerated progression to achieve the undergraduate program
objectives.
MSN Program
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Within the specialized fields of family nursing, community health
nursing, or gerontological nursing, MSN students may choose to
prepare for the following practice roles:
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Administrator
The program is 48 credits and can be completed in two academic
years of full-time study. Part-time study is an option with
program plans for three or more years of study.
Post-master's Nurse Practitioner Certificate Programs
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These 30-33 credit programs can be completed in four semesters of
study. Students may choose from the following certificate
options:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Community Health Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
PhD Program
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The purpose of the PhD program in nursing is to prepare nurse
scholars whose focus is research and scholarship in the delivery
of health care to rural residents. Graduates of the program will
be able to generate theory that will extend the knowledge base of
nursing in rural health care.
For students with a Master's degree in nursing the program
requires 66 credits. A Post-baccalaureate option is available.