Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
ADVANCE YOUR NURSING CAREER WITHOUT PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON HOLD
You’ve already earned your RN license. Now take the next step.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) at Beckfield College is designed specifically for working registered nurses in Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana, letting you complete your Bachelor degree on your schedule.
Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Beckfield College’s RN-BSN program is built around your real life, with asynchronous coursework, flexible scheduling, and a dedicated faculty who understand the demands of nursing.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Beckfield College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
FAST FACTS
WHY RN-BSN AT BECKFIELD
BUILT FOR WORKING RNS
A focused, manageable online path to your BSN, designed to fit real schedules while residing in KY, OH, or IN.
AFFORDABLE TUITION
- A practical, transparent investment
- No hidden or unnecessary costs
CAREER-FOCUSED CURRICULUM
- Nursing leadership and management
- Community and population health
- Professional communication and ethics
CCNE ACCREDITED*
- Recognized standard in nursing education
- Supports academic quality and credibility
ONLINE LEARNING | ASYNCHRONOUS
- Flexible schedule built for working nurses
- No commute or career interruption
- Available while residing in KY, OH, or IN
6 QUARTERS | 18 MONTHS
- A focused and manageable path to your BSN
- Designed for nurses balancing career and family
Designed for Working Registered Nurses
The Beckfield RN-BSN program is built for licensed, practicing Registered Nurses who want to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through a flexible, online format without stepping away from their careers.
How the Online Format Works
Coursework is fully asynchronous with no live sessions and no set login times. Complete your coursework from home, work, the library, or anywhere within Kentucky, Ohio, or Indiana. Structured weekly milestones keep you on track while your academic advisor and faculty remain accessible around your schedule. Prior college credits may transfer, potentially shortening your path to completion.
Immersion Experience
All BSN/RN-BSN students complete a faculty-supervised immersion experience designed to integrate evidence-based practice, leadership development, and population-focused care across diverse settings. Each designated immersion course (NUR312, NUR335, and NUR491) includes 12 hours of practice experience in an external setting under the guidance of an approved Faculty Nurse Leader. The 12 hours of practice experience includes: Shadowing and Practice Observation (4 hours), Evidence‑Based Proposal Development Consultation (4 hours), and the Implementation of Faculty Nurse Leader‑Approved Practice Application (4 hours).
What Graduates of This Program Are Prepared to Do
Evaluate nursing principles and evidence-based theories for applicability in clinical practice
Collaborate across disciplines to manage and exchange knowledge with colleagues and patients
Apply beginning leadership and management skills using critical thinking and ethical decision-making
Engage in quality improvement and patient safety activities at the organizational and unit level
Analyze health policy effects on the financing and delivery of healthcare
Participate in community and population-focused assessment and advocacy
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:
A Focused Path to Completion
Your RN-BSN at Beckfield is structured to transfer your prior eligible credits and complete upper-division nursing coursework across 6 quarters, designed around your life as a working nurse in Kentucky, Ohio, or Indiana.
Approximately 18 months for most students. Your experience and prior learning count here, so there is no starting over from scratch.
Nursing Career Possibilities
Why More Hospitals Are Requiring the BSN
The future of nursing demands quality patient care and a highly educated nursing workforce. BSN-prepared nurses are increasingly valued for their skills in critical thinking, leadership and management, case and disaster management, and evidence-based decision-making. A BSN-prepared nurse may also choose to specialize in areas such as emergency department care, oncology, ICU, or nursing management.
Kentucky Median RN Salary
U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, 2023-24. Salary varies based on experience, employer, location, and job duties.*
Ohio Median RN Salary
U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, 2023-24. Salary varies based on experience, employer, location, and job duties.*
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*Salary figures represent regional medians published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics and do not represent a guarantee of earnings. These statistics apply to all RNs in the region, not exclusively Beckfield graduates. Individual results vary based on employer, position, experience, and location.
WHERE OUR GRADUATES HAVE WORKED
The employers below represent a sample of organizations where Beckfield College graduates have obtained employment.
This does not constitute a guarantee of employment, nor does it imply endorsement or partnership with Beckfield College.
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
** Nurses with an Associate Degree in Nursing and a current and unencumbered RN licensure are eligible to apply for the RN-BSN Degree Program at Beckfield College. Students currently working as RNs are able to continue work while acquiring their BSN degree at the same time.
†Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 9 percent from 2021 to 2031, as fast as average for all occupations. Growth will occur for a number of reasons. (site visited 9.15.22) Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm
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.
