Nursing Academic Programs at The W
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Generic Option
This is an innovative, fast-paced, two-year program leading to an Associate of Science in Nursing degree. The Associate of Science in Nursing Program prepares nurses to manage direct care to patients with commonly recurring illnesses in acute and long-term health care facilities.
LPN to RN
This is an innovative, fast-paced, nine-month option leading to an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree. The Associate of Science in Nursing Program prepares nurses to manage direct care to patients with commonly recurring illnesses in acute and long-term health care facilities.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Generic Option
The Baccalaureate Program in Nursing is designed to prepare a nurse generalist who exercises leadership in the prevention of illness and promotion of health as a member of the community and professional nursing and as an agent of change who helps to bring about modifications of nursing practice to meet emerging health needs.
RN to BSN Full-Time Option
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN program is an online option is designed for the working nurse. The full-time program can be completed in three semesters. Clinical time is built into the course.
RN to BSN Part-Time Option
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN program is an online option is designed for the working nurse. The part-time program can be completed in five semesters. Clinical time is built into the course.
Post-Graduate Certificates
The Post Graduate APRN Certificate program utilizes courses provided in the MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program. These are congruent with the course objectives for the core courses of the FNP curriculum including the Advanced Health Assessment, Advanced Pharmacology, and Advanced Pathophysiology (required as a pre-requisite for all programs).
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
The graduate master's nursing program is for individuals with a baccalaureate in nursing and two years registered nursing experience. There is currently one track to choose from: Family Nurse Practitioner (39 semester hours, 12 months).
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is offered specifically for nurse practitioners who wish to increase their knowledge base concerning safe and effective primary patient care for diverse populations.
BSN to DNP
The W offers a pathway for nurses with a baccalaureate degree in nursing to earn a doctorate. The BSN to DNP pathway can be completed in a as little as eight terms (about 33 months).
