Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Assistant Editor-In-Chief: Michelle Lew

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a four year academic degree in the science and principles of nursing, granted by a tertiary education university or similarly accredited school. This level of education is considered higher than that of a registered nurse, which only requires a two year associate’s degree.

• NLNAC – National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission – Accrediting body “responsible for the specialized accreditation of nursing education programs, both post-secondary and higher degree (Master’s Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, Associate Degree, Diploma, and Practical Nursing program).”
• CCNE – Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education – Accrediting body that “ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs preparing effective nurses.”
• Online Nursing Degrees – Listing of online nursing degrees
• Indian Nursing Council

• Master of Science in Nursing
• Doctor of Nursing Science
• Nurse education
• Nursing school

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