SULLIVAN UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S. Nursing)
Bachelor's · Taught in en
At a glance
21 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 21 monthsEstimated completion time
- Hands-on experienceSkills labs and clinical simulations
- Personalized attentionSmall class sizes
- Experienced facultySpecialists in their fields
Sullivan University's Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S. Nursing) is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a career in nursing. The program emphasizes comprehensive care through immersive instruction and practical, real-world application. You will learn current best practices from experienced faculty and gain hands-on training through skills labs and clinical experiences, including simulations. The curriculum focuses on core nursing components such as professional behaviors, communication, assessment, clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, and patient care management. Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become a registered nurse. The program is offered in an accelerated format, allowing you to begin your nursing career sooner.
Curriculum
The curriculum covers professional behaviors, communication, assessment, clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, caring interventions, teaching and learning, collaboration, and patient care management. Graduates are prepared to take the NCLEX-RN exam.
- Year 1/2
- Introduction to Professional NursingNUR 211
- Clinical Nursing SkillsNUR 212
- Introduction to Health Illness Concepts and Health AssessmentNUR 221
- Pharmacology—NURNUR 231
- Foundations of Medical Surgical Nursing PracticeNUR 232
- Intermediate Medical Surgical Nursing PracticeNUR 242
- Mental Health Nursing: Concepts & Therapeutic InterventionsNUR 243
- Maternal-Newborn Nursing and Women's HealthNUR 253
- Pediatric Nursing: Care of Children & AdolescentsNUR 254
- Transition to Professional Nursing PracticeNUR 255
- Integrated PracticumNUR 262
- Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing PracticeNUR 263
- Medical TerminologyMSS 104
- Human Anatomy and PhysiologyBIO 103
- Human Anatomy and Physiology LabBIO 103L
- Medical MicrobiologyBIO 201
- Medical Microbiology Lab – BIOBIO 201L
- Composition IENG 101
- Composition IIENG 102
- College MathematicsMTH 101
- Introduction to PsychologyPSY 214
- Introduction to SociologySOC 214
Careers
Graduates of the A.S. Nursing program are eligible to test for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become a registered nurse, opening doors to various roles within the healthcare sector.
- Registered Nurse
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated completion time for the Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S. Nursing) program?
- The estimated completion time for the A.S. Nursing program is 21 months, offered in an accelerated format to help you begin your nursing career sooner.
- What are the career prospects after graduating from the A.S. Nursing program?
- Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become a Registered Nurse (RN), opening doors to various roles within the healthcare sector.
- How do I apply to the A.S. Nursing program?
- To apply, you first request information via the Sullivan University website. An admissions representative will then contact you with further details and guide you through the full application submission process.
- What are the tuition and fees for the A.S. Nursing program?
- Approximate tuition and other fees for on-time completion are available in the 'Sullivan University Tuition and Fees' PDF, effective July 1, 2025. Please refer to this document for detailed cost information.
- What kind of hands-on training does the program offer?
- The program provides hands-on training through skills labs and clinical experiences, including simulations, to ensure practical, real-world application of nursing knowledge.
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Fees
Tuition (international)Refer to the Sullivan University Tuition and Fees document for approximate costs. Note: Costs are estimated for on-time completion and effective July 1, 2025.
Tuition (home)Refer to the Sullivan University Tuition and Fees document for approximate costs. Note: Costs are estimated for on-time completion and effective July 1, 2025.
LivingNot specified.
Approximate costs for on-time completion are available in the linked 'Sullivan University Tuition and Fees' PDF. This includes tuition and other fees. Costs are effective July 1, 2025.
How to apply
1. Request InformationComplete the request information form on the Sullivan University website, providing your name, email, zip code, campus location preference, high school graduation year, and phone number.
2. Admissions Follow-upAn admissions representative will contact you with further information and guidance regarding the application process.
3. Submit ApplicationComplete and submit the full application with all required documents (details typically provided by the admissions representative).
Accreditation
The Nursing program is part of Sullivan University’s College of Nursing, which is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and accredited by SACSCOC (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges).
Frequently asked questions
What is the estimated completion time for the Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S. Nursing) program?
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The estimated completion time for the A.S. Nursing program is 21 months, offered in an accelerated format to help you begin your nursing career sooner.
What are the career prospects after graduating from the A.S. Nursing program?
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Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become a Registered Nurse (RN), opening doors to various roles within the healthcare sector.
How do I apply to the A.S. Nursing program?
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To apply, you first request information via the Sullivan University website. An admissions representative will then contact you with further details and guide you through the full application submission process.
What are the tuition and fees for the A.S. Nursing program?
+
Approximate tuition and other fees for on-time completion are available in the 'Sullivan University Tuition and Fees' PDF, effective July 1, 2025. Please refer to this document for detailed cost information.
What kind of hands-on training does the program offer?
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The program provides hands-on training through skills labs and clinical experiences, including simulations, to ensure practical, real-world application of nursing knowledge.