RN-BSN PATHWAY Program
GE Medical Systems is proud to offer this RN-BSN PATHWAY distance learning degree program to you, in partnership with Global HealthEd, a consortium of accredited colleges and universities that provide education to working professionals.
Why Earn your BSN Degree?
Earn more with a BSN degree
Completing the BSN degree allows nurses to reach higher levels of income and move more rapidly toward management and leadership positions with greater financial rewards.
Be a leader in your field
Nurses who have earned their BSN degrees possess a required credential for advancement into administrative and supervisory roles. As only a third of nurses have completed baccalaureate education, earning your BSN degree sets you apart from the rest of the competition in the nursing profession.
Prepare yourself for new requirements
BSN degree prepares you for the recommendation from The National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice that two-thirds of the nursing workforce hold at least a Bachelor’s degree by 2010.
Why choose the RN-BSN PATHWAY distance learning degree program?
The Security of an Accredited Degree
The BSN program is offered through the College of West Virginia, which is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Nurses. The program is also accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, so your degree is transferable, should you decide to continue your education.
The Convenience of Distance Learning
Videotapes provide classroom-style education and, together with course textbook(s) and additional readings, allow you to complete your degree at your own pace in the comfort of your own home.
Unique One-to-One Academic Guidance
Students are assigned to facilitators, working professionals in your industry, who provide one-to-one mentoring and assistance in achieving the program’s objectives.
The Support from Peers
The Internet Communication Center Website, a centralized interaction portal for students, instructors, facilitators, and program administrators, allows you to participate in online forums, discussion sessions, and direct e-mail to the faculty and staff of the program.
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Use the nursing process to care for individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings based on theoretical and empirical knowledge.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and members of the community in meeting health care needs.
Promote professional and ethical standards of nursing.
Demonstrate skills of leadership and decision-making.
Increase self-direction and accountability in the roles of provider care, coordinator of care, teacher, advocate, and caring professional.
Incorporate appropriate research findings into the practice of nursing to improve health care.
Obtain a foundation of graduate study.
Value lifelong learning as a professional nurse and educated citizen.
Respond to societal health needs by promoting a healthy environment.
Program Length and Time Commitment
Students complete the 38-credit RN-BSN PATHWAY component in five 16-week semesters that span approximately 16 months. Six to nine credits of coursework are offered each semester, and students can expect to spend 15- 20 hours per week completing course requirements and studying. View Course of Study
Program Faculty
All RN-BSN PATHWAY faculty members possess graduate degrees in nursing, along with work experience in the health care field. This combination of strong academic credentials and solid field experience allows them to guide students through meaningful learning experiences that will immediately prepare them for more responsible roles in their own organizations.
Transferring Credits
Courses successfully completed at other regionally accredited institutions can be applied toward the requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. Credits can also be earned by achieving appropriate scores on national exams such as CLEP and the Advanced Placement (AP) Program. Furthermore, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and CWV Challenge Examination Program can also allow you to complete your degree in a shorter amount of time.
Admissions Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the RN-BSN PATHWAY Program, an applicant must meet the following qualifications:
Graduate of a state-approved associate or diploma program in nursing, verified by an official, sealed transcript.
Notarized proof of current, unrestricted RN licensure.
Completion of at least 30 semester credit hours in Microbiology, Psychology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Math, English, and Sociology with a minimum grade of C.
Currently employed as a registered nurse.
International Student Enrollment
International Students must hold equivalent certifications and have taken equivalent levels of coursework in their place of residence. They will also be required to verify basic competencies in English by obtaining a minimum score of 500 on the TOEFL examination. No VISA is required for international students unless they are planning to come to the United States as part of the program.
For those international students unsure if their credentials meet the equivalent of the requirements above, click for more information below and request an application. The University will determine if your credentials are acceptable.
Program Cost
Tuition for the RN-BSN PATHWAY program is around $160-$200 per credit. Financial Aid is also available to students. See below for details.
Federal Student Aid
Students seeking financial aid should complete the free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ or include the financial aid application form with the degree program application submission. For general information about Federal Student Aid, click here.
Tuition Reimbursement
Some employers provide tuition reimbursement for their employees. Check with your institute for opportunities of tuition reimbursement for your higher education.
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