Our accelerated nursing program includes online, interactive coursework; hands-on simulation experiences alongside Tulane University medical students; and clinical rotations at various healthcare facilities in New Orleans and surrounding areas. You will complete 60 credit hours over four consecutive semesters, preparing you to provide competent and compassionate, team-based patient care to diverse individuals, and foster a commitment to community health.
Our accelerated BSN curriculum is designed with the Next Generation National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in mind, instilling in you the confidence to take the exam upon graduation.
| Course # | Semester 1 | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NRSG 3000 | Integrated Pathophysiology & Pharmacology for Nursing Practice Part 1 | 3 |
| NRSG 3100 | Professional Success & Wellness | 3 |
| NRSG 3200 | Foundations of Nursing Practice | 3 |
| NRSG 3205 | Foundations of Nursing Practice Practicum/LAB (1st 6 wks) | 1 |
| NRSG 3210 | Adult Health Assessment | 3 |
| NRSG 3215 | Adv Skills & Health Assessment Practicum/LAB (2nd 6 wks) | 1 |
| NRSG 3350 | Community Immersion Preparation (last 2 wks) | 1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |
| Course # | Semester 2 | Credits |
| NRSG 3010 | Integrated Pathophysiology & Pharmacology for Nursing Practice Part 2 | 3 |
| NRSG 3400 | Adult Health Nursing | 4 |
| NRSG 3450 | Adult Health Practicum | 3 |
| NRSG 3500 | Psych Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
| NRSG 3550 | Psych/Community Mental Health Practicum | 2 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |
| Course # | Semester 3 | Credits |
| NRSG 4000 | Nursing Research and Evidence-based Practice | 3 |
| NRSG 4400 | Complex Adult Health Nursing | 4 |
| NRSG 4450 | Complex Adult Health Practicum | 2 |
| NRSG 4500 | Population and Community Health Nursing | 3 |
| NRSG 4550 | Community Immersion Practicum | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |
| Course # | Semester 4 | Credits |
| NRSG 4600 | Pediatric Nursing (6 wks) | 3 |
| NRSG 4650 | Pediatric Nursing Practicum (6 wks) | 1 |
| NRSG 4700 | Maternal-Newborn Nursing (6 wks) | 3 |
| NRSG 4750 | Maternal-Newborn Nursing Practicum (6 wks) | 1 |
| NRSG 4800 | Management & Leadership in Nursing | 3 |
| NRSG 4950 | Nursing Generalist Seminar & Preceptorship | 4 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 |
