Why Study Nursing
Nurse make a real difference in their career, they can enter the workforce quickly, they have stable jobs, they work in a well-respected field, and they can chose from many specialties. Also, the average nurse salary averages over $50K a year in the U.S. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) also estimates the nursing profession will experience 9% job growth by 2030, faster than the average job market, making now the perfect time to pursue nursing as a career. In the nursing field, one can specialize in pediatrics and work only with children or work as a surgical nurse in the operating room. You may choose to work in a hospital, clinic, or school. You can also become a correctional nurse and work in a prison facility or choose an alternate path with a government agency or large corporation. The APSU School of Nursing offers two nursing education programs: the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), this includes the RN to BSN Completion concentration (for licensed AS degree RN’s), and, a Master of Science in Nursing. The Master of Science in Nursing degree allows the student to select from three concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, or Nursing Education. Both the RN to BSN Completion concentration and the Graduate Nursing Program include online course offerings.
APSU SON has 24 full-time faculty. All have a masters degrees or doctoral degree in their area of nursing specialty. The Director, staff, and faculty of the School of Nursing demonstrate respect for all persons, serving as role models and mentors to students as they evolve in professional development specific to their level of education and practice roles. A supportive, positive, and collaborative environment is a hallmark of the school.
Potential students include anyone who loves caring for people in the healthcare field.
The baccalaureate degree (BSN) program in nursing at Austin Peay State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org) and is approved by the Tennessee Department of Health Board of Nursing. APSU School of Nursing admits students twice a year in the BSN Nursing Major (Pre-Licensure) and five times a year in the RN to BSN Concentration. The BSN Nursing Major (Pre-Licensure) has a five-year average NCLEX pass rate of 95%.
The APSU School of Nursing offers two nursing education programs: the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), this includes the RN to BSN Completion concentration (for licensed AS degree RN’s), and, a Master of Science in Nursing. The Master of Science in Nursing degree allows the student to select from three concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, or Nursing Education. Both the RN to BSN Completion concentration and the Graduate Nursing Program are offered online. The program uses over 45 clinical sites for BSN student experiences and awards over 175 student scholarships annually.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Austin Peay State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). For the most up-to-date CCNE accreditation information for APSU please click here.
What will I learn
- How to be a nurse generalist.
- Preparation for advanced roles in healthcare needs while cultivating an appreciation of diversity and understanding of the national and global healthcare environments.
- Develop leadership skills in nursing and healthcare.
- Develop critical inquiry, skills, and values for life and practice in a global society/
Sample Course Plan and General Education Requirements
Professional Licensure Disclosure
Students should be aware that licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change. Licensing agencies or boards also may have requirements in addition to an earned degree. APSU recommends that students who are not Tennessee residents or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee contact the appropriate licensing agency or board before they enroll in an academic program designed to lead to licensure or certification and discuss their plans with an advisor.
Please visit the Professional Licensure Disclosure webpage to review specific licensure information for your state and academic program.
