Virtual learning is now available through Mississippi University for Women's baccalaureate nursing program at the Tupelo campus.

"In a time where it's difficult to get off work and leave other responsibilities, this option is a unique solution," said Kathy McShane, program coordinator.

The Nursing Advanced Placement Option is a creative new program that uses the latest technology and new delivery methods to allow registered nurses with associate or diploma degrees to upgrade to a baccalaureate level. The system consists of a multimodality instructional delivery to convey the content via Internet access.

Mary Jo Kirkpatrick, interim division nursing head, said, "MUW is the only RN/BSN Upgrade Option in the state that offers this type of flexibility to help the needs of the working RN. MUW has always been dedicated to the advancement of nursing practice."

The course is formatted to allow completion in a year with a total of three semesters admitting in the summer or fall.

In addition to the new total distance program option, the modified distance option will continue to be offered. In the total distance option, all course requirements are communicated through computer-based instruction and students are not required to attend class. The modified distance option is a flexible setting that consists of the student attending class one day every other week during the first semester and one day every three weeks during the second and third semesters.

Learning modules include topics on leadership, research, community and expanded roles in nursing.