Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Georgia Highlands College

Program Details

Current RNs can advance their career by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Nursing through this online RN to BSN program from Georgia Highlands College. Courses can be completed on the student’s schedule while working, and the program can be completed in as few as three semesters full time.

The program seeks to develop professionals skilled in leadership, management, and evidence-based practice to improve healthcare outcomes. Students will learn about the impact of political, financial, regulatory, and environmental agencies on patient care and nursing practice. Graduates will be well educated on how to develop health promotion and disease prevention strategies to help individuals, families, groups, and communities.

Topics studied as a part of this degree program include:

  • Concepts of professional nursing
  • Health assessment
  • Foundations of nursing research
  • Community health nursing
  • Leadership and management

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Georgia Highlands College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Some College

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Must have a current valid RN license
  • Requires successful completion of an ASN degree or nursing diploma program
  • Students must attend an on-campus orientation session