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Our onsite academic programs prepare students for in-demand careers.
Our local Admissions and Financial Aid team can answer your questions regarding enrollment, scholarships, and financing options.
From orientation to graduation, our team provides support at every step of your journey.
Our purpose is to provide people the opportunity to enhance their lives through education.
Up to $15,000 scholarships available at our Fort Lauderdale campus. Learn more!
Accelerated Nursing Program (BSN): A Nursing School For Nurses, By Nurses
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The CCNE on-site accreditation review for the Arizona College of Nursing BSN Degree Program is scheduled October 18, 19, and 20, 2021. If you would like to submit third-party comments regarding the program, please click the following link to visit our CCNE Review Third-Party Comment page. Deadline to submit comments is September 17, 2021.
How does our accelerated nursing program fit your busy life?
A Fort Lauderdale college for the entire Southern Florida region including Fort Lauderdale, Broward, Palm Beach, Miami, and Dade County.
Additional hours available upon request.
Due to COVID-19, we have implemented health and safety protocols at our campuses, including temperature checks, mask-wearing (optional for those fully vaccinated), and sanitizing to protect our students and staff.
We know you’re busy. On-campus, you can grab something at the Korner Cafe and soak up some Florida sunshine by the lake. Nearby, you’ll find Starbucks, Subway, and Blaze Pizza.
Stop by to learn more about our BSN degree, which prepares you to take on a wider range of responsibilities than an ADN, CNA, LVN or LPN nursing program.
Approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing
“Arizona College of Nursing has no waiting list to get in. As soon as you make that call to Arizona College, the advisors are on it and they’re very supportive, helpful and they want you to pursue your career.”
“The college faculty puts an emphasis on their experience as nurses when they are teaching which helps with student understanding and learning.”
We believe in a focused and structured educational environment. Our curriculum is methodically designed to help you reach your career aspirations. From day one, our nursing program is built to prepare you for a thriving career as a registered nurse (RN).
Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is a 3-year nursing program, with the first year focused on general education classes, such as: The Fundamentals of Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Global Health. Year two of our nursing program transitions into the Nursing core portion of the program, with courses like Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Human Pathophysiology.
In the final year, you will spend most of your time engaged in patient care along side medical professionals. You will also take classes in specialty fields such as Maternal Health, Pediatrics, and Community Health.
Arizona College of Nursing is now authorized to offer eligible students the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. This program provides scholarships based on high school academic achievement. It has four award levels: the Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS), Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS), Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GVS), and the Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholarship (GSC).
Each award has different academic criteria for eligibility and provides a different award amount. The Florida Academic Scholar with the highest academic ranking in each county will also receive the Academic Top Scholars Award.
*The State of Florida determines eligibility and award amount of the scholarship. If you would like to apply for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, click here.
We are proud of our Fort Lauderdale campus and the nursing clinical partnerships we have established as a resource for our students. Our partners play a vital role in the professional development of students during the core curriculum of the BSN program at our Fort Lauderdale nursing school.
Future nurses choose Arizona College of Nursing for many reasons that include: flexible schedule, accelerated 3-year program, high-tech facilities, personalized attention, and a solid reputation in local medical communities. Contact us today to get started. Click on the following link to discover more about our Fort Lauderdale Nursing School Admissions Requirements.
At Arizona College of Nursing, we’ll level up your education with one-on-one career support. Our strong network of healthcare partners helps us provide externship and employment opportunities for students and graduates. Click on this link to learn more about the Nursing School Career Services we offer to our students.
Simulation labs provide a safe space for you to practice skills, problem-solve, and take risks. Along with SimLabs come life-like mannequins, “patients” that can breathe and bleed. Your instructors will guide you through basic and advanced nursing scenarios. Click on the link to learn more about our Nursing College Simulation Labs.
Arizona College of Nursing has earned accreditation from some of the most respected healthcare organizations. Attending an accredited school or program can also help you to get a job once you finish school. Click on the following link to learn more about Fort Lauderdale Nursing School Accreditations and Affiliations.
Our accredited 3-year nursing program combines classroom and hands-on learning. You’ll apply concepts from your foundational courses to real-world scenarios, all while you are developing the professionalism and soft skills demanded of today’s employers. Click on the link to learn more about our college’s BSN Nursing Program Curriculum.
What is the difference between an LPN school and a BSN school? How much do RN’s make in Florida? Click on the following link to view the most frequently asked questions at our Fort Lauderdale nursing school.
1 The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
2 All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized national accrediting agency.
Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges (FAPSC).