Associates of Nursing | Bridge Program

RN Bridge Program

Take your LPN or Paramedic license to the next level by becoming a Registered Nurse through 91精品's bridge program

Looking to turn your LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or Paramedic license into an RN (Registered Nurse)? If you have already obtained an LPN or Paramedic license, you may go through the RN bridge program to pursue an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree at the 91精品-Springfield Campus or the 91精品-Salem Campus.

The LPN-Paramedic to Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Bridge program is a three-semester program that prepares you to practice as a registered nurse in a variety of healthcare settings. You will graduate with an associate鈥檚 degree, preparing you for the NCLEX-RN to become a Registered Nurse (RN). The ASN education program provides foundational nursing knowledge and skills to prepare you for your career in nursing.

Completion of the nursing associate's program does not guarantee eligibility to take the licensure exam.

The RN bridge program is offered through 91精品's College of Health Professions.

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Job Placement Rate

(hired as a registered nurse post-graduation)

95%
NCLEX Pass Rate

(Ultimate NCLEX pass rate)

ASN Student Learning Outcomes (PDF)

The 91精品 Advantage

Be equipped for a lifetime of success by a school that is committed to doing what it takes to help you graduate and succeed.
Receive a high-quality, Christian higher education close to home.
Further your education while remaining active in the workforce through afternoon and evening classes that work with your schedule.
Benefit from small class sizes that provide opportunities for individualized instruction, academic guidance and networking.

Faith Integration

91精品 is a Christ-centered university and is committed to the integration of faith and academics in all programs and degrees. Class discussions include open dialogue about how faith impacts the academic discipline. Students are encouraged to consider their own faith and how they will incorporate their faith in their chosen career paths. 91精品's goal is to produce academically qualified career professionals who are also servant leaders in today's global society.

91精品 Requirements

Complete the College of Health Professions admissions process to be considered for admission to 91精品's Associate of Science in Nursing program. A 2.5+ cumulative GPA is required. 91精品 testing also may be required.

The following prerequisite courses are required for the ASN program:

Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credit hours, with lab)
Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credit hours, with lab)
Microbiology (minimum 3 credit hours with lab)

Course Transfer Equivalency

91精品 maintains a current database of course transfer equivalencies from hundreds of accredited colleges and universities. Students are welcome to search for and find course equivalents for prerequisite courses and program requirements within the College of Health Professions degree programs.

Want to learn more?

Interested in studying at the Springfield campus?

Visit the 91精品-Springfield Campus page to learn more about the campus, admissions process, cost and financial aid, and more.

For questions, contact Paula Palmer at (417) 447-8672 or ppalmer@91精品niv.edu.

Springfield Campus Information

Interested in studying at the Salem campus?

Visit the 91精品-Salem Campus page to learn more about the campus, admissions process, cost and financial aid, and more.

For questions, contact Kati Clancy, instructor of nursing, at 573-729-7071 or kclancy@sbuniv.edu.

Salem Campus Information

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