Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program (LPN to BSN)
LPN to BSN students complete a curriculum that includes a combination of nursing, general education and supporting courses. Laboratory and clinical practice, which is a part of the curriculum, begins in the first semester and extends throughout the program. A variety of healthcare agencies in the community are used for clinical experience. All LPN to BSN graduates are required to complete a minimum of 128 hours, at least 30 of which must be completed at College of Saint Mary. Graduates of the LPN to BSN program are eligible to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) examination for registered nurses. The BSN program is approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing.
Read the BSN Student Manual
Courses in Your Major
Students complete a curriculum that includes a combination of nursing, general education, and supporting courses. Laboratory and clinical practice, which is a part of the curriculum, begins in the first semester and extends throughout the program. A variety of health care agencies in the community are used for clinical experience. Clinical practice courses require a 3:1 ratio of contact hours per credit hour earned. Transportation to the clinical facilities is the responsibility of the student.
The LPN-to-BSN program is designed as a day program and is to be completed through full-time study over 2 years.
All BSN graduates are required to complete a minimum of 128 hours, at least 36 of which must be completed at College of Saint Mary. Graduates of the BSN program are eligible to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) examination for registered nurses.
Requirements for Graduation from College of Saint Mary
The BSN program requires the completion of 128 credit hours. Of that, 69 credit hours are major program courses, 41 credit hours are general education, 15 credit hours are supporting courses, and three credit hours are electives.
Program Licensure Requirements
After graduating from the BSN program at College of Saint Mary, graduates must apply for licensure and successfully complete the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The requirements for licensure may vary by state. The link below will provide the state requirements for a RN license.
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Nursing education at College of Saint Mary began in 1969 and has had various degree types. The Practical Nursing certificate program (PNC) began in 2004. The PNC program is approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing. In 2014, the traditional/pre-licensure Bachelor of Science (BSN) program began and in 2023 the LPN-to-BSN program option was added. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at College of Saint Mary located in Omaha, Nebraska is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the BSN program is continued accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm.
Academic Description
Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program (LPN to BSN)
LPN to BSN students complete a curriculum that includes a combination of nursing, general education and supporting courses. Laboratory and clinical practice, which is a part of the curriculum, begins in the first semester and extends throughout the program. A variety of healthcare agencies in the community are used for clinical experience. All LPN to BSN graduates are required to complete a minimum of 128 hours, at least 30 of which must be completed at College of Saint Mary. Graduates of the LPN to BSN program are eligible to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) examination for registered nurses. The BSN program is approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing.
Read the BSN Student Manual
Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Nursing education at College of Saint Mary began in 1969 and has had various degree types. The Practical Nursing certificate program (PNC) began in 2004. The PNC program is approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing. In 2014, the traditional/pre-licensure Bachelor of Science (BSN) program began and in 2023 the LPN-to-BSN program option was added. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at College of Saint Mary located in Omaha, Nebraska is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the BSN program is continued accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm.
Admissions Requirements
Curriculum
Courses in Your Major
Students complete a curriculum that includes a combination of nursing, general education, and supporting courses. Laboratory and clinical practice, which is a part of the curriculum, begins in the first semester and extends throughout the program. A variety of health care agencies in the community are used for clinical experience. Clinical practice courses require a 3:1 ratio of contact hours per credit hour earned. Transportation to the clinical facilities is the responsibility of the student.
The LPN-to-BSN program is designed as a day program and is to be completed through full-time study over 2 years.
All BSN graduates are required to complete a minimum of 128 hours, at least 36 of which must be completed at College of Saint Mary. Graduates of the BSN program are eligible to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) examination for registered nurses.
Degree Requirements
Requirements for Graduation from College of Saint Mary
The BSN program requires the completion of 128 credit hours. Of that, 69 credit hours are major program courses, 41 credit hours are general education, 15 credit hours are supporting courses, and three credit hours are electives.
Program Licensure Requirements
After graduating from the BSN program at College of Saint Mary, graduates must apply for licensure and successfully complete the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The requirements for licensure may vary by state. The link below will provide the state requirements for a RN license.
