Nursing Degrees Online

This program is a 3-year degree specifically designed to develop graduate nurses who will: direct their own learning and apply clinical reasoning skills in their nursing practice; be able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to promote quality health outcomes for clients in their care; provide high quality care through safe and effective nursing practice according to the ANMC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council) National Competency Standars for the Registered Nurse and possess the qualities, skills, knowledge and abilities expected of a University of Queensland graduate.

The program is underpinned by an innovative, problem-based learning curriculum model which has been informed by industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first 2 years of the program lectures and problem-based learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected partner teaching hospitals and health districts. In the final year of the program, students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placement providing them with exposure to an area of specialty nursing practice and the opportunity to consolidate and refine their skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice.

program is specifically designed for the working RN.
It provides a smooth transition from an associate
degree to a cost-effective, quality, liberal arts
education.
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Our Financial Aid Office will work with you to put
together a package of resources to help you afford
your education at Silver Lake College.
At Silver Lake College, almost 90% of our students
in accelerated undergraduate programs apply for and
receive some form of financial aid. Eligible students
take advantage of federal and state grant programs,
such as the Federal Pell Grant and the Wisconsin
Tuition Grant. In addition, low-interest student loans
are available to help you meet your education
expenses. Remember to also check with your
employer about possible tuition reimbursement
benefits.
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2006 Employment Report
97% of Silver Lake College 2005 Graduates
are employed.
99% of Silver Lake College 2005 Graduates
are very satisfied or satisfied with their
academic program.
36% of Silver Lake College 2005 Graduates were
promoted within their current organization.
(Source: Silver Lake College’s Career Resources Office. Silver
Lake College 2005 Graduates were surveyed six (6) months after
graduation.)
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Accelerated program
Designed for the working RN
Take one course at a time
Classes held once a week in the evening
Credits from technical colleges will transfer

The Silver Lake College’s RN to BSN completion program is specifically designed for the working RN, recognizing not only the limitations imposed by a busy professional and family life, but the unique contributions each experienced nurse brings to the classroom. This accelerated program is a collaborative effort between Silver Lake College and Lakeshore Technical College. It provides a smooth transition from an associate degree to a cost-effective, quality, liberal arts education.

The baccalaureate-nursing curriculum fosters an increased sense of professionalism as a registered nurse while focusing on nursing theory, research, community health, and the development of leadership skills. The liberal arts courses will provide the student with skills, values, and concepts that result in intellectual inquiry, integration, commitment, service, and motivation for lifelong learning.

Scheduled classes are delivered in a user-friendly format to accommodate your career goals and your busy work and family schedule. Classes meet four hours each week permitting you to successfully progress toward your baccalaureate degree by focusing on one or two courses at a time

Information is valid for students commencing in 2009 Summary
Duration 3 year(s) full-time
An optional accelerated offering of 2.5 years is available by taking a semester-long clinical practice course in the summer semester and semester 1 of the final year; enabling graduation in July.
Commencing Semesters Semester 1
Program Level Undergraduate
Faculty Health Sciences
Units 48
Program Code 2241
OP / Rank 2008 16/66 Commonwealth Supported Place
Delivery Mode Internal
Campus Ipswich
Program Location Ipswich campus and partner teaching hospitals
Courses See the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of this program.

Program information
This program is a 3-year degree specifically designed to develop graduate nurses who will: direct their own learning and apply clinical reasoning skills in their nursing practice; be able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to promote quality health outcomes for clients in their care; provide high quality care through safe and effective nursing practice according to the ANMC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council) National Competency Standars for the Registered Nurse and possess the qualities, skills, knowledge and abilities expected of a University of Queensland graduate.

The program is underpinned by an innovative, problem-based learning curriculum model which has been informed by industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first 2 years of the program lectures and problem-based learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected partner teaching hospitals and health districts. In the final year of the program, students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placement providing them with exposure to an area of specialty nursing practice and the opportunity to consolidate and refine their skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice.

The BSN completion option for registered nurses (RN/BSN completion) was developed to provide a convenient way for graduates of associate degree and diploma programs to obtain a bachelor degree in nursing. EMU School of Nursing has articulation agreements with several community colleges, thus allowing a smooth transition between the programs. Please contact the School of Nursing for more information.

The RN/BSN completion option is offered at five sites: Brighton, Detroit, Jackson, Livonia, and Monroe. Students are admitted to each site in a cohort. In order to complete all nursing coursework, students attend required nursing classes one evening a week for 5 semesters. A clinical experience of 84 hours in community health nursing is required in the latter part of the course sequence.