Gwynedd Mercy University AY2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Program Name : Nursing Program Accreditation Status : In addition to the University ’ s accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education , the baccalaureate , master ’ s , and doctoral nursing programs as well as the postgraduate APRN certificate program in Gwynedd Mercy University ' s Frances M . Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( www . ccneaccreditation . org ). Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( CCNE ): 655 K Street Suite 750 ; Washington , DC 20001 ; 202-887-6791 Degree : BSN , Bachelor of Science in Nursing Options : Traditional BSN , Accelerated BSN , Weekend BSN Type : Term Modality : On-ground
Program Description : Traditional BSN Program Option The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program ( BSN ) is a four-year program that is structured to provide a strong foundation in the liberal arts , Mercy values , and sciences and professional nursing practice . Transfer students can earn a BSN degree in 3 years if they meet eligibility requirements by transferring in 24- 35 transferable credits . Graduates from the BSN program are prepared as generalists to give direct and indirect nursing care in a variety of health care settings to individuals , families , communities and populations . Students acquire requisite knowledge , attitudes and skills to contribute to the health care team in a variety of nursing roles such as caregiver , teacher , advocate and leader . In addition , students obtain an education based upon which graduate study for specialization in nursing may be built .
Accelerated BSN ( ABSN ) Program Option The Accelerated BSN ( ABSN ) Program for second degree students is a full-time program option that can be completed in 16 months . There are three opportunities throughout the year to begin this program : January , May , and August . The program is a 4-semester continuous ( full-time ) 16-month program .
BSN Weekend Program Option An additional option for students holding a previous bachelor ’ s degree in a field other than nursing is available . The BSN Weekend Program option can be completed every weekend year-round , starting in August , including some Fridays over three years on the Gwynedd Valley campus .
Preparation for a Professional License : Graduation from Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program meets the requirements for the student to apply to take the NCLEX-RN . For a complete list of reasons why the Board may refuse a professional nursing license to an applicant , please see the Professional Nursing Law . NOTE : U . S . citizenship or permanent residency is a requirement for licensure within certain academic programs . Students who are under DACA status or are undocumented should carefully review the licensure requirements before enrolling in a degree program that leads to licensure . Additional information can be found on the National Conference of State Legislatures website at ncsl . org .
Program Learning Outcomes PLO1 Synthesizes knowledge of nursing and the liberal arts and sciences as a basis for professional nursing practice . PLO2 Utilizes professional judgment to formulate nursing decisions which reflect professional standards consistent with moral and ethical and legal principles . PLO3 Engages in
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