ABSN Pathway

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Why the Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing? 

The Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (ABSN) pathway grants a student with a previous bachelor’s degree an opportunity to earn a second-degree in nursing. Successful completion of the ABSN pathway permits the student to make application to take the National Council Licensure Examination for RN (NCLEX-RN) licensure.

What Will I Learn?

Once accepted into the School of Professional Nursing Practice (SPNP), students are enrolled in nursing courses that involve classwork and/or clinical practice. Within the courses, concepts involving ethics, leadership, practice laws, and research as well as the SPNP Values: Caring, Professionalism, Integrity, Excellence, and Diversity are taught. 

The ABSN pathway enables a student with a previous baccalaureate degree to earn a BSN degree. The focus of prerequisites is on science courses that support the required nursing courses. The program culminates in upper-division nursing courses during the three semesters of study. Students may enter the pathway in Fall or Spring semester. For further information, contact Emma Mitchell at 228-214-3471 or emitchell@usm.edu.

 

ABSN Faculty in Gulf Park

The ABSN pathway is well represented by experienced nursing faculty from various nursing specialties. Faculty are committed and passionate about teaching future healthcare professionals. The SPNP has partnered with healthcare agencies in order to provide students with quality clinical experiences. Simulation in incorporated to allow students opportunities to learn and practice in safe environments prior to entering clinical facilities.