Pre-Licensure (Traditional) and LPN-BSN Programs

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing can be completed in four academic years, including one summer session, and is a full-time program of study. The goal of the Pre-licensure and LPN-BSN programs is to prepare graduates to join the profession and practice as entry-level professional Registered Nurses. Licensed LPN-BSN students are given the option to waive NUR 343 (Fundamentals of Nursing) and receive six (6) hours of credit upon successful completion of the nursing program. Graduates of the pre-licensure and LPN-BSN programs are eligible to apply to the Tennessee State Board of Nursing to take the NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse licensure examination). The BSN nursing program has full approval of the Tennessee State Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). The application deadline is March 1st of each year. Late applications are accepted; placement of qualified candidates will be based on any openings available in the entering class.