Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)

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➡️Fast Facts About the RN-BSN Degree

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Accreditation Information for RN-BSN Degree

Effective November 16, 2023, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on November 16, 2025.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.org

Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.

What does this mean?

We are eligible for and actively seeking initial accreditation for the RN-BSN program. We have a scheduled site visit for March 11-13, 2025 to evaluate the program for initial accreditation. The final decision for accreditation status will be made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners in September 2025.

When the RN-BSN program receives final approval, the approval date will be effective from when the program was approved as candidates for initial accreditation (11/16/2023). Therefore, any RN-BSN student who graduated from YC’s RN-BSN program will have graduated from an accredited program.

To make public comments about Yavapai College's Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (RN-BSN), please visit the Public Comments for Site Visits webpage at: https://www.acenursing.org/students-public/upcoming-visits. Please note, the comment period closes two weeks prior to the site visit.

The service-learning project is incorporated in both NSG 420 - Population Based Nursing in the Community, and NSG 450 - Nursing Leadership.

Service learning is more than just a requirement; it’s an opportunity for you to connect nursing field knowledge with real-world experience. These projects will allow you to engage with and contribute to your community while developing critical skills that are required in the field of nursing.

Here’s why completing your service-learning project is vital:

Real-World Impact: Your work will address genuine needs in the community, making a tangible difference in people’s lives. It’s a chance to contribute to causes you care about and see the positive effects of your efforts firsthand.
Skill Development: Through service learning, you’ll enhance skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership. These are invaluable in both professional and personal contexts and can set you apart in future endeavors in your nursing careers.
Personal Growth: Engaging in service learning can broaden your perspective, helping you understand and appreciate different viewpoints and experiences. It’s a powerful way to grow as an empathetic and responsible nurse.
Academic Enrichment: This project ties directly into your academic goals, providing a practical application of what you’re learning in the curriculum. It reinforces your understanding and helps you see the relevance of your studies in the real world.
Community Connection: By participating in these projects, you’ll forge connections with local organizations and community members. These relationships can provide valuable networking opportunities and insights into potential career paths.

Your commitment to these projects reflects your dedication to both your education and your community. We encourage you to approach this opportunity with enthusiasm and an open mind. It’s a chance to make a meaningful impact and to grow in ways that will benefit you long after you have acquired your BSN degree.

Please begin the process of simply brainstorming areas such as populations within your community who can benefit from dedicated volunteer hours. After identifying the topic and population in need, implementation of both education and quality improvement processes will be required. With this, plan for the required 45 total project hours in each course. Project hours can include time spent communicating and/or planning with an organization, researching and preparing content, and developing and presenting your efforts as examples.

Faculty will be there to support your development of projects along the way! We are here to help you succeed and to make this experience as rewarding as possible.

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The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) degree prepares nurse leaders by building on prior knowledge and experience to address the healthcare needs of the community. The RN-BSN degree requires completion of a minimum of 120 credits. RN-BSN courses are 100% online and include two service-learning projects. The practice experience can be in any setting where healthcare is delivered that will facilitate the attainment of course and program outcomes. Students completing LDR 201, LDR 202, and LDR 203 will earn an additional certificate in Strategic Leadership.

Admission to the program requires successful completion of an associate degree nursing program at a regionally accredited institution validated by transcript(s) and possession of an active, unencumbered RN license.

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Cost, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Affordable and competitive tuition pricing in comparison to other baccalaureate degree options -

In state lower division $193 per credit
In state upper division $290 per credit

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