Bachelor of Science in Nursing (120 hrs.)
The RN-BSN Program at Trine University will provide a quality, innovative educational experience that produces professional nursing graduates capable of delivering safe, culturally and contextually relevant, evidence-based care in a variety of environments, while also preparing graduates to positively impact individuals, groups, and communities through scholarship, leadership, and service.
The RN-BSN program is designed for associate degree registered nurses as an educational bridge that leads to a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Students enrolled in the RN-BSN program will be required to participate in two clinical education experiences in addition to online coursework within the curriculum
The baccalaureate degree in nursing program at Trine University is pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org). Applying for accreditation does not guarantee that accreditation will be granted.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements - 32 hours
Communication – 9 hrs.
Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.
| PSY 113 | Principles of Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 103 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| | Humanities Elective | 3 |
Mathematics and Science –11 hrs.
| MA 113 | College Algebra | 3 |
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| MA 133 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
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| HS 104 | Anatomy & Physiology I for Applied Science Majors | 4 |
| HS 114 | Anatomy & Physiology II for Applied Science Majors | 4 |
Other – 3 hrs.
| | General Education Electives | 3 |
Content Requirements - 35 hours
Required
Additional Requirements - 53 hours
Required
| UE 111 | Online Learning Orientation | 1 |
| | Electives | 16 |
| | Pre-Licensure Nursing Care | 36 |
Total Credit Hours: 120