Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at ECPI University is designed for individuals passionate about a career in nursing who also desire the advancement opportunities a bachelor's degree provides. This innovative program allows you to achieve your goals in an accelerated timeframe of just 2.5 years. It's ideal for those eager to enter the nursing field quickly while building a strong educational foundation for future career growth. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam and earn your BSN degree, opening doors to leadership and specialty roles. Earning a BSN offers significant advantages, including a wider range of career opportunities, a stronger basis for pursuing advanced nursing degrees, and a deeper understanding of nursing theory and research. The program emphasizes developing critical skills such as advanced health assessment, evidence-based practice integration, and leadership in healthcare settings. Graduates will gain knowledge and practical experience to provide patient-centered, evidence-based care with teamwork and cultural competence.

Curriculum

The BSN curriculum is structured to develop effective nursing professionals through comprehensive training and practical experience. It covers foundational and acute nursing care, medical certification preparation, and leadership development. The program requires a minimum of 120 credit hours, typically completed over 8 semesters (30 months).

1. Year 1-2 (Core Nursing)
   • Health Information SystemsHCA400
   • NutritionHLT101
   • Dosage CalculationsNUR219
   • Essentials of Nursing practiceNUR303
   • PathophysiologyNUR304
   • Concepts of Nursing INUR305
   • Concepts of Nursing IINUR307
   • Concepts of Nursing IIINUR309
   • PharmacologyNUR310
   • Health Assessment Across the LifespanNUR325
   • Mental Health NursingNUR347
   • Medical Surgical Nursing INUR356
   • Medical Surgical Nursing IINUR357
   • Community Health NursingNUR359
   • Nursing ResearchNUR400
   • Maternal/Newborn NursingNUR424
   • Parent Child NursingNUR426
   • Nursing Care of the Older AdultNUR457
   • Acute Care NursingNUR458
   • Professional LeadershipNUR470
   • Transition to Practice INUR475
   • Transition to Practice IINUR476
   • Senior SeminarNUR480
2. Year 1-2 (Arts and Sciences)
   • Anatomy and Physiology with Terminology IBIO111
   • Anatomy and Physiology with Terminology I LabBIO111L
   • Anatomy and Physiology with Terminology IIBIO116
   • Anatomy and Physiology with Terminology II LabBIO116L
   • Arts and Sciences CapstoneCAP480
   • Principles of CommunicationCOM115
   • College CompositionENG110
   • Advanced CompositionENG120
   • Culture, Thought, and the Human ExperienceHUM205
   • College AlgebraMTH131
   • StatisticsMTH140
   • Introduction to PsychologyPSY105
   • Psychology of PersonalityPSY300

Careers

Graduates of the BSN program are prepared for a variety of nursing roles and career advancements. The curriculum focuses on developing skills applicable to diverse healthcare settings.

• Registered Nurse
• Leadership roles in healthcare
• Specialty nursing roles