Nursing Education Is All We Do
Why Arizona College of Nursing’s BSN program is right for you:
- 3-Year BSN program
- CCNE-accredited BSN program
- Convenient Night Classes for Gen Ed Courses
- Advanced Simulation Facilities
- New sessions start every 8 weeks
- Personalized attention
Career-Focused Nursing College
From day one, our nursing program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN). You’ll apply concepts from foundational courses to real-world scenarios, all while developing the professionalism and soft skills demanded of today’s employers. Learning takes place in multiple environments including the classroom, clinical agencies, simulation and learning laboratories, the community, and virtually through the internet.
Hear From Our BSN Program Students
The teachers and administration of Arizona College really do care about us. In my first month, the Dean had a 1-on-1 meeting with me to see how I was feeling. I don’t think I could find that level of support anywhere else.
If you are doubting whether you can become a nurse, the Arizona College teachers and staff will show you that you absolutely can. Every teacher is dedicated to mentoring and supporting students as much as possible.
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Your BSN Program, At A Glance
While every nursing school student’s schedule and academic experience may vary, below we have highlighted a typical three-year progression. You can also visit our BSN Program Course Descriptions page for a more in depth breakdown of each semester’s coursework.
You’ll start your BSN degree program with 8-week general education courses. These classes might include:
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Development
- Cultural Diversity & Global Health
During your second year, you’ll wrap up your general and healthcare foundational courses and begin your nursing core. You’ll also embark on your first clinical experience. Courses may include:
- Human Nutrition
- Ethical & Legal Standards in Nursing Practice
- Interprofessional Communication
- Mental Health Theory & Application
Your nursing core continues into your third year, which also entails specialty and advanced classes. You’ll also work alongside medical professionals and gain caregiving experience during clinical rotations. Courses could include:
- Community Health Nursing
- Maternal Health Theory & Application
- Pediatric Health Theory & Application
- Leadership for Quality & Patient Safety (II, III and IV)
- Transition to the Profession
Nursing Program Educational Environment, Technology & Equipment
The BSN degree program is supported by a variety of web-based education applications that support the development of critical thinking and critical judgement. Such applications include virtual simulations, interactive e-books, personalized learning platforms and video case studies.
State-of-the-art high fidelity human patient simulation laboratories provide a safe space for practicing clinical care and learning by peer feedback and self reflection. Additional skills laboratories are equipped with task trainers, patient care devices and clinical supplies.
This link provides information on whether or not Arizona College of Nursing meets licensure requirements in your state of residence: Professional Licensure Disclosure
23 Nursing College Campus Locations
Earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in as little as three years. To learn more about our BSN program or find a campus near you click down below.
Common Nursing Degree FAQs
Earning your nursing degree, particularly at the BSN level, significantly expands your professional opportunities and career advancement potential in healthcare. Many healthcare systems prefer hiring nurses with a bachelor’s-level nursing degree over those with associate degrees, and some organizations require a BSN degree for certain positions. Your nursing degree program develops critical thinking, leadership, and research skills that are valued in medical environments. This education also prepares you to work in a wide variety of medical settings and specialty areas.
Nursing degrees prepare you to provide direct patient care and work with patients in various healthcare settings. There are different levels of nursing degrees including BSN and ADN programs that prepare you for the NCLEX-RN to become a registered nurse. Other healthcare degrees focus on different aspects of healthcare: some prepare you for administrative roles, others for specialized clinical work like physical therapy or respiratory therapy, and some for technical roles like medical laboratory work. Your choice depends on what type of healthcare career interests you most.
When choosing your nursing degree program, look for accreditation from recognized bodies like the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Consider the program’s NCLEX-RN pass rates, as this shows how well the program prepares students for licensure. Evaluate clinical placement opportunities, faculty qualifications, and whether the program offers the program scheduling based on your lifestyle. Also consider factors like class sizes, student support services, and whether the nursing degree program has a strong reputation with local healthcare employers who could become your future workplace.
Nursing prerequisites are foundational courses that prepare you for your nursing program coursework. These typically include science courses, psychology, and general education requirements. Your nursing prerequisites provide you with the essential knowledge base you’ll need to understand and succeed in your nursing courses once you begin the clinical portion of your education.
BSN Program Resource Links
Each of our nursing campuses feature Nursing Skills labs equipped with hospital-style amenities that are equivalent to those used in the local hospitals and Simulation Labs with state-of-the-art simulation technology including high-fidelity patient simulators. To learn more visit: https://www.arizonacollege.edu/accredited-bsn-program/skills-and-science-lab/
Familiarize yourself with nursing terms on our BSN Glossary of Terms page located here: https://www.arizonacollege.edu/accredited-bsn-program/nursing-school-glossary-terms/