Transition to Nursing - B.S.N.
If you currently hold a bachelor's degree in another field from any accredited institution of higher learning and are interested in becoming a nurse, this is the program for you. Transition to Nursing offers you the opportunity to become a nurse in 14 months. This full time program requires 63 credit hours of nursing coursework and leads to a BSN degree in nursing. The coursework is designed to provide a sound foundation in nursing skills and dispositions, and includes leadership and nursing research in the clinical setting. Following successful completion of the curriculum, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) in Indiana or other states subject to that state's guidelines and regulations. This program also provides the foundation for the pursuit of graduate education.
The Transition to Nursing program takes advantage of your academic track record and builds upon your past experiences. It provides a realistic transition to the nursing profession in an expedited manner. Due to the rigorous nature of the program, students are strongly encouraged not to have outside employment during the program.
For students accepted into the Transition to Nursing (TTN) program, previously completed college courses (C or higher from regionally accredited colleges/universities) in Nutrition, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and/or Research will be evaluated for IWU course equivalency as long as they are no more than five years old from the time of starting the TTN program. If the time limit criterion is met, course syllabi and course calendar from the transfer institution will be evaluated for IWU courses equivalency.
Fees
There is a one-time assessment testing fees and program fee. Clinical and lab fees will be assessed every semester.
Prerequisites
- Previous baccalaureate degree with GPA of 2.75 or above.
- Anatomy and Physiology I.
- Anatomy and Physiology II.
- Microbiology.
- Chemistry.
- CPR Certification.
- Health clearance.
- Certified criminal background check.
- University math requirement met - MAT-107 or higher (prefer MAT113).
- Test of Essential Academic Skills with a score of 65% or higher.
Transition to Nursing - B.S.N. – Program of Study
Requirements List (64 hours)
