Nursing (RN to BSN)

The Registered Nurse (RN) to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is a post-licensure program that allows nurses with the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing or the Diploma in Nursing to advance their credentials or prepare for graduate nursing study. Focus on leadership, evidence-based practice, health promotion, public health issues, patient safety and risk reduction, ethical issues, and healthcare needs of diverse populations.

Details

Field of Interest
Health Sciences
Degree Type
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Academic Plan
Nursing (RN to BSN) (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
9307
Total credits required
120
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Admissions criteria

1. Application and admission to the program is required.

2. The application process is open to any RN who holds a current, active, unrestricted, and unencumbered RN license. The license must remain current and unrestricted throughout program enrollment. Transcripts are not required to verify nursing course completion and the degree does not have to be from a regionally accredited institution. The RN license will be verified. When credit is awarded for a license or credential, an official transcript is not required from that education, so the source of that education and the accreditation of that source does not apply. When credit is awarded for the pre-and co-requisite coursework, for the general education courses, the official transcripts for the general education courses will need to be received.

3. The RN-BSN program will recognize and transfer a total of 62-75 block credit hours for the AAS Nursing Degree/Diploma and RN license for applicants coming from an accredited institution. For review of general education courses, as stated above, official transcripts showing the general education courses that are required for the program must be sent to the Admissions and Records office of the college the student plans to attend and coursework will need to have been completed from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education. Transcripts will need to be evaluated by the college. If a course does not transfer, the student may need to complete the undergraduate course at the institution they are attending concurrently with their BSN program of study. This only applies to general education courses.  

4. Background Check Requirements: Admission to a Nursing or Allied Health program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Background Check Standards. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Background Check Policy.

5. Clinical health and safety requirements must be met prior to enrollment in any program of study course. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Clinical Health and Safety Policy, fingerprint clearance, and drug testing protocols. Drug testing timelines will be addressed during orientation to the program. 

6. All students must meet health and safety and background check requirements prior to beginning courses in the MaricopaNursing program.

7. Students who have met all admission requirements will be admitted on a first come, first admitted basis. A waitlist will be maintained through the Maricopa County Community College District office and students will have the ability to select placement at any college that is currently offering the program. 

8. Graduates of the MaricopaNursing AAS program will be given preferential placement consideration up to a percentage of total enrollment. 

Progression Criteria:

1. Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course in the program. 

2. Three courses in the program of study include in-person lab/simulation/clinical. Both didactic and lab/simulation/clinical components must be successfully completed to achieve a passing grade in the course. If a student does not successfully complete one component, both the didactic and simulation/clinical must be repeated. 

3. Courses may be repeated depending on space available.  

Readmission Criteria:

1. The program reserves the right to deny acceptance of an admission application if the applicant was dismissed from any program for issues relating to academic integrity and/or unsafe patient care.  

2. If the student`s nursing license is restricted or the student is under a Board order, the student will need to resolve any licensure issues prior to entering the program. 

3. All applicants holding a license as a Registered Nurse must remain in good standing with the Regulatory Board. Once enrolled, students receiving any disciplinary actions against their license must notify the Nursing Program Chair within five (5) school days. The Nursing Program Chair reserves the right to restrict the student`s participation in clinical experiences and involvement in patient care until the license is valid and unrestricted.

4. All readmissions are subject to space available and are at the discretion of the college Nursing Director. 

Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program is requesting candidacy with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Health and Safety Requirements for the MaricopaNursing program:

1. Students must submit a Health and Safety Documentation Checklist verifying completion of all requirements and maintain current status throughout the program.

2. Students must submit the Health Declaration Form signed by a licensed health care provider.

3. Students must test negative on a timed urine drug screen.

4. Admission to a Nursing or Allied Health program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Supplemental Background Check Policy. Program applications will not be accepted without a copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Upon conditional program admission, the student must comply with all requirements of the current MCCCD Background Check Policy.

Course Fee Information:

Please see class schedule for information regarding course fees.

What You'll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Analyze professional behaviors to provide holistic and compassionate person-centered care that respects individual and community diversity.
  2. Demonstrate culturally competent and ethically congruent behaviors that reflect dignity, diversity, equity, and inclusion among groups in diverse populations and settings.
  3. Apply leadership and management skills in the provision of safe, quality and cost effective care in diverse healthcare environments.
  4. Determine knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to effectively communicate with patient, family and/or important others and the interprofessional team through utilization of healthcare technology and informatics.
  5. Assess the effects of systems-based practice on safe, quality, person-centered care within the scope of professional nursing practice.
  6. Evaluate a plan for professional development and heightened efficacy of nursing practice.
  7. Demonstrate professional, safe, compassionate nursing care that synthesizes learning derived from coursework, nursing practice, and life experiences.

Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

$74,240

* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
Bachelor’s Program Information
  • The application process is open to any RN who holds a current, active, unrestricted, and unencumbered RN license. The license must remain current and unrestricted throughout program enrollment. Transcripts are not required to verify nursing course completion and the degree does not have to be from a regionally accredited institution. The RN license will be verified. When credit is awarded for a license or credential, an official transcript is not required from that education, so the source of that education and the accreditation of that source does not apply. When credit is awarded for the pre-and co-requisite coursework, for the general education courses, the official transcripts for the general education courses will need to be received.

  • The RN-BSN program will recognize and transfer a total of 62-75 block credit hours for the AAS Nursing Degree/Diploma and RN license for applicants coming from an accredited institution. For review of general education courses, as stated above, official transcripts showing the general education courses that are required for the program must be sent to the Admissions and Records office of the college the student plans to attend and coursework will need to have been completed from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education. Transcripts will need to be evaluated by the college. If a course does not transfer, the student may need to complete the undergraduate course at the institution they are attending concurrently with their BSN program of study. This only applies to general education courses.  

  • Visit MaricopaNursing for more information about the RN to BSN or to get started.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
NUR301 Role of the Professional Nurse 3
NUR302 Health Assessment and Promotion 4
Literacy and Critical Inquiry 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
NUR303 Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice 3
NUR304 Public and Community Health Nursing 4
Humanities, Arts, and Design 3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
NUR305 Legal and Ethical Topics in Nursing 3
NUR401 Systems-Based Thinking in Nursing 3
Social-Behavioral Sciences 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
NUR402 Healthcare Technology and Informatics 3
NUR403 Nursing Leadership and Management 3
Cultural Diversity in the US 0–3

Term 5

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 5
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
NUR404 Advanced Nursing Capstone 4
Historical/Global Awareness 0–3
Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=181764).

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.