Online Bachelor Degree in Second Degree BSN

A Second Degree BSN refers to a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing that an individual acquires after achieving a Bachelor degree in a field unrelated to nursing. An online second degree Bachelor of science in nursing degree may enable individuals to enter a career in nursing. There are a variety of careers open to individuals who hold a Bachelor of science in nursing degree.

It should be noted that any type of degree in fields related to health care is beneficial as seven of the United States? Bureau Labor Statistics? ?Twenty Fastest Growing Jobs? are relevant to the health care career field. Health care professions are in particularly high demand due to a growing elderly population and a growing number of people in need of medical services.

Online Second Degree Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree

Common careers for individuals who hold an online second degree BSN may include positions as a registered nurse, specialized nurse (i.e. geriatric nurse), case manager, supervisor, health care professional, or other related position in a health care facility. Health care facilities that may employ individuals who have participated in a BSN program may include hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient care centers, clinics, long term care facilities, and others. Individuals who acquire a Bachelor degree in nursing may also qualify for management, administration, or supervisory positions related to nursing duties in some health care facilities.

Coursework in programs for an online second degree Bachelor of science nursing degree may vary depending on the institution. However, some common courses to expect include information on medical ethics, anatomy and physiology, nursing management, pharmacology, research in nursing, nutrition and health, human resource management, abnormal psychology, chemistry, health care management, professional nursing, microbiology, leadership in nursing, frontiers in health care, promoting healthy communities, health assessment, and others. Coursework may also include information on health promotion; disease promotion; maximum levels of wellness; health in adults, children, and families; critical care; acute care; neonatal intensive care; pediatric intensive care; and operating and emergency room procedures.

Online Colleges Offering Second Degree BSN Degrees

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University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

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The University of Saint Mary Online is accreditated by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

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UMassOnline is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

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Chamberlain College of Nursing is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, one of the six regional agencies that accredit U.S. colleges and universities at the institutional level. The associate and bachelor's degree programs in nursing at the Columbus and St. Louis campuses are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The bachelor's degree program in nursing at the Addison, Columbus, Phoenix and St. Louis campuses is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Accreditation provides assurance to the public and to prospective students that standards of quality have been met. Program availability varies by location.
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Drexel University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Fort Hays State University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Indiana State University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Northeastern University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education; The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

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Nova Southeastern University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

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University of Delaware is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

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Kent State University is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (30 North LaSalle, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 800-621-7440) and The College of Nursing is accredited by The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

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In the fall of 2005, the school gained accreditation status with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

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Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.

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Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097) to award certificates and degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.

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