BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
PRELICENSURE BSN TRACK PROGRAM- 3 Years (12 Quarters)
At a Glance
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) degree program at Beckfield College will prepare graduates through student-centered learning to practice as a generalist and as a member of a healthcare team in a variety of settings.
FAST FACTS
3 Year BSN Program Length
3 Years
(bachelor’s degree program)
Employment Rate
Employment for BSN is projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031†
State Annual Median Salary
State of Kentucky mean salary is $67,260; state of Ohio median salary is $71,640 per year*
Job Placement Rate
Job Placement Rate is 76%
Curriculum
The curriculum of the BSN program provides an integrated approach to nursing, which includes:
- Exposure to many areas including adult health, maternal, pediatrics, mental health, community health,
and disaster management. - Professional development & ethics.
- Graduates must take the NCLEX-RN exam for licensure and employment as nurses.
- Activities promoting the preparation of graduates to take the NCLEX-RN® exam to be eligible for licensure and employment as a Registered Nurse.
Practical Experience
The program includes clinical rotations at various clinical sites such as long-term care facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation units, or community settings.
Entering the Field:
- Hospitals Healthcare
- Provider offices
- Home healthcare services
- Health specialty centers
- Nursing homes
- Private sector
Learn about our virtual-ATI NCLEX® Review
Beckfield College provides the Virtual-ATI NCLEX Review during the time you are attending the nursing program prior to graduation. It is an innovative, online partnership that prepares nursing graduates for NCLEX success. The review directly aligns with the current NCLEX test plan. Through collaboration with a virtual coach and the classroom nursing instructor, students are engaged in a personalized, assessment-driven NCLEX review in an online classroom that provides students access to a variety of on-demand resources. Students receive feedback and encouragement from their own personal online coach and classroom nursing instructor. A calendar is provided to guide students’ daily review. The review is individualized as the student progresses, so special focus is given to topic areas that need more attention. It works. NCLEX pass rates are nearly 100% when students follow their coaches’ recommendations.*
*According to ATI.
WHAT DOES A REGISTERED NURSE DO?
A career in nursing offers a wide variety of job responsibilities and duties depending on the setting in which you work. At Beckfield College, our nursing curriculum helps prepare you with the practical skills and knowledge that should help you successfully perform a wide range of job functions, which may include:
- Observe and assess patient’s conditions
- Administer medication
- Operate and monitor medical equipment
- Teach patients and families how to treat and manage illnesses or injuries
- Collaborate with doctors and other medical providers
- Manage other nursing staff
- Leadership responsibilities
Nursing Career Possibilities
One of the great advantages of pursuing a nursing career is the vast array of job opportunities that will be available to you within the healthcare industry. A Registered Nurse may work in a variety of healthcare settings, such as:
- Hospitals
- Physician offices
- Home healthcare services
- Health specialty centers
- Nursing homes
- Private sector
REGISTERED NURSE SALARY OPPORTUNITIES
According to the latest national data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the median pay for a Registered Nurse in the state of Kentucky’s median salary is $67,260 and the state of Ohio’s median salary is $71,640 per year. Salary will vary based on experience, location of employment, and the specific job title and duties being performed.*
LOCAL EMPLOYERS OF
RECENT GRADUATES
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Beckfield College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
* https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291141.htm#st
†Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031, as fast as the average for all occupations. (visited 9.15.22) Growth will occur for a number of reasons. Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm#tab-1
Beckfield College makes no representation, promise, or guarantee that completion of this program either assures passage of any certification examination or acceptance by any state board. Prospective and current students, as well as graduates, are responsible for researching and understanding all examination, registration, or licensure requirements in any state in which they seek to become registered, licensed, or employed. Beckfield College does not guarantee employment or career advancement.
Beckfield College cannot guarantee a student’s eligibility either to take any exam or become certified, registered, or licensed. A student’s eligibility may depend on his or her work experience, completion of high school (or high school equivalency), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or School itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure.