Nursing Program

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StudyQA ranking:14691 Duration:4 years

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The Nursing Program at Fisher College is a comprehensive and dynamic educational pathway designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. This rigorous program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, equipping students to deliver high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings. The curriculum emphasizes essential nursing principles such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and patient-centered care, while also fostering critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and effective communication skills. Students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on training through clinical rotations in hospitals, community health centers, and long-term care facilities, providing real-world experience under the supervision of experienced instructors. The program aims to develop competent, compassionate, and confident nursing professionals who can adapt to the evolving healthcare environment. Graduates of the program are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed Registered Nurses and pursue further specialization or advanced degrees if they choose. Fisher College's Nursing Program also emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, leadership, and advocacy in healthcare settings. Dedicated faculty members bring a wealth of industry experience and mentorship to support students throughout their educational journey. The college's state-of-the-art simulation labs and modern learning facilities ensure students gain practical skills in a safe and supportive environment. Upon completion of the program, graduates are well-equipped to contribute significantly to patient care, public health, and the overall nursing profession. Whether students aim to work in hospitals, clinics, community health organizations, or pursue graduate studies, the Fisher College Nursing Program provides a strong foundation and the necessary resources to succeed in a competitive and compassionate field.

Required Core Courses in Major Credit Hours 
NU300  Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice* 
NU310 Nursing Informatics* 3
NU320  Physical Assessment and Health Promotion Across the Lifespan*  3
NU335  Pathophysiology and Applied Pharmacology* 5
NU340  Nursing Research for Evidenced-Based Practice* 
NU420 Seminar in Nursing Leadership*
NU440 Population Health in the Community* 
NU450  RN to BSN Capstone* 
     
Distribution of General Education Course Requirements  
EC360 Health Care Economics and Policy
FL110  Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
MA221 Statistical Data Analysis
SO121  Social Justice, Race, and Gender Issues in American Society 3
SO300  Introduction to Gerontology 3
  Social Sciences Elective 3
     
   Total BSN Program  
   Nursing Program Credits 32
   General Electives Completed during RN to BSN 18 
   Prerequisite Course Work (36 license and 36 general education) 72
  Total  122 

A completed application form. We recommend that international students apply via the International Student Online Application.

A $50 application fee.

An official transcript sent directly from your secondary school. Photocopies of transcripts are not acceptable. Transcripts must be translated into English. If you are not able to provide an official, translated transcript, we recommend that you utilize the services of the Center for Educational Documentation (opens in new window), to provide Fisher College with appropriate documentation.

Official results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or its equivalent. Fisher accepts a variety of other language examinations, such as:

Paper-based TOEFL (PbT)

Computer-based TOEFL (CbT)

Internet-based TOEFL (IbT)

IELTS exam

Cambridge PET exam

The STEP Eiken exam (Japan)

The ESPT exam (Korea)

iTEP Academics: The International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) with a minimum score of Level 5 or higher. TheiTEP score is valid for two years.

The minimum TOEFL score required for direct acceptance is 61iBT. Students with lower scores may be conditionally accepted to Fisher, or be required to attend language development courses. Students take college-level courses at the discretion of their Academic Advisor. (The school code for Fisher College is 3391.)

A notarized, current bank statement verifying that the student has a minimum of $49,000.00 U.S. Dollars in a cash account available for his or her use. If the bank account is not in the student's name, then a notarized letter of support should accompany the notarized bank statement from the holder of the account. Most consulates around the world require the applicant to prove that he or she is able to pay for his or her entire program of study.

Official college transcripts. If you intend to transfer from another college/university, you will need to forward official transcripts from that college as well as written course descriptions.

Transfer Release Form. International students transferring their I-20 from another college or language school must submit a transfer release form and a copy of their I-20 from the last college attended. All transfer students must be in good academic standing, must owe no money to their previous college, and must not have any judicial or criminal complaints against them.

The Office of Admissions reserves the right to request additional information to determine admissions eligibility.

If you would like to inquire about specific accommodations upon enrollment, please contact the Student Accessibility Services.


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