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The BSN degree builds upon an RN's foundation of previous knowledge and experience by integrating nursing theory and application with a broad based liberal arts education to provide the professional nurse with the skills and knowledge needed today, as well as the ability to expand this knowledge to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Ashland's Distinctive Program Features:
Online program
with many non-nursing classes online
- Complete required nursing courses in four semesters of part-time study
- 25 plus years of success in RN to BSN education
- Excellent preparation for advancement in practice and/or graduate school
- Experienced,well-qualified and dedicated faculty
- Expert academic advising by nursing faculty
- Simulated Clinical / Clinical Service Learning Experience
- Elective nursing courses in current topics
- Small class size for ample direct attention and feedback
- No testing of previous nursing knowledge
- 30 hours of credit for previous nursing education, experience and continuing education
- Liberal course transfer to Ashland University for previous college work and basic nursing program
- Accredited by nationally recognized Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Ohio Association of School Nurses: www.oasn.org
Click for Brochure: School Nurse Licensure Brochure
Click for Application: NOTE: Complete Program Application online and contact Department of Nursing to complete Graduate School Application (800-882-1548, ext. 5242.)
School Nurse Licensure Program Admission
Internship Application: Complete by the end of the semester preceeding the semester you wish to do the internship. See Pre-requisites below. Internship Application
Admission Requirements:
Candidate must have BSN degree or be working toward the BSN degree.
AU Course |
Course Description |
Semester Hours |
Prerequisites |
FCS 270 |
Lifespan Human Development |
3 |
none |
NUR 320 |
Educational Strategies for Nurses |
3 |
none |
HED 318 |
School Health Environment & Services |
3 |
waived for nursing major |
EDCI 250/546 |
Introduction to Educational Intervention |
3 |
none |
EDFN 402/500 |
Social & Professional Issues in Education |
3 |
senior status or permission |
EDFN 470/795 |
Internship: School Nurse |
5-10* |
HED 318 and EDUC 250/546; permission |
SOC 301/ NUR 309 |
Race, Ethnic, and Minority Issues/ Nursing Process: International Transcultural Perspectives |
3 |
none |
*5 hours if currently a BSN who works as school nurse, 10 hours for all others.
Tentative Course Rotation: 2009 2010
Contact for School Nurse Licensure and/or BSN Program: Dr. Lori Brohm, Administrator, Department of Nursing, College of Arts & Science, 1-800-882-1548, ext 5244 or by email: lbrohm@ashland.edulbrohm@ashland.edu.
Web-based Gerontology Certificate Program
For professionals and others who work or plan to work with the aging population, Ashland University is pleased to offer gerontology courses for continuing education (non-college credit) that culminate in a Gerontology Certificate.
The cost is $498 per course. For more information, contact Dr. Lori Brohm, Administrator, Department of Nursing, College of Arts & Science, 1-800-882-1548, ext. 5244 or by email: lbrohm@ashland.edulbrohm@ashland.edu.
Click for Brochure: Gerontology Brochure page 1
Click for Application: Gerontology Online Application
Course Descriptions: Gerontology Certificate Program Course Description