Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (BSN)
Madison, WI

CLASSES START
Sep 4th

36 Mo.

Program Length

120

Credits

On-campus

Format

MSN

Dual Credit

Waived Enrollment Fee

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Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (BSN)
Madison, WI

Earn your BSN in Madison and become possible

Accreditation	CCNE accredited,¹ Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Transfer credit	Up to 90 approved credits
Format	Take classes on-campus in Madison, WI + online
Pathways	Earn dual credit towards a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
QuickPaths	Transfer credit, stackable credentials, 和自适应学习技术，为学生更快地接受高等教育搭建了一条通道

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Madison

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is a 120-credit undergraduate pre-licensure program which prepares you for a career as a Registered Nurse (RN). 麦迪逊校区学位课程为学生提供家庭护理的基本知识和技能, medical-surgical nursing, nursing informatics, health assessment, and much more.

Career-focused curriculum

发现在工作中取得成功所需的关键知识和技能，为持续的职业发展奠定基础.

Flexible schedule

We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

Experienced faculty

获得面对面的指导，从经验丰富和有资格的教师与现实世界的成功在该领域.

Lifelong support

We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

Rolling admissions

No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

Classes Start September 4th

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You may qualify for our Online BSN program

软件下载现在为威斯康辛州的居民提供一个在线BSN幸运28计划，以异步教学(讲座)课程为特色, meaning you can complete all gen ed and core nursing courses online on your own schedule.ⁱ

The online program includes practical, hands-on training including clinicals and intensives, which you must attend at a designated Herzing or partner site.

如果你在整个幸运28计划中寻求最大的灵活性来完成你的教学课程，这可能是一个很好的选择.

Online BSN program overview

i. The online and on-campus programs have unique enrollment requirements. View our online BSN enrollment requirements.

Online Education Provides Flexibility to Help You Finish Your Degree

Curriculum

Classes & curriculum details

The Herzing University BSN program is designed to help you develop foundational nursing skills and build a strong conceptual and practical background. You can wear many different hats as a registered nurse, and we prepare you to adapt and succeed in many different circumstances.

Enroll smoothly. Transfer credit without a long, stressful wait. We don’t make you jump through hoops.
Engage with faculty. With a 14:1 student-faculty ratio, you’ll have open access to faculty in and out of class.
Earn dual credit. Complete up to four graduate-level classes for dual credit towards a master’s degree.

Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam and earn RN licensure in the state of Wisconsin.

Program	Monthsⁱ	Credits
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)	36	120

i. Average number of months for students to complete program

Required Courses in Nursing

All courses, 66.00 semester credit hours, are required.

NSG 120 - Nursing Pathophysiology 3.00

This course focuses on the basic understanding of pathophysiology related to human illness with an emphasis placed on cellular alterations in organ systems as they relate to selected disease states. Opportunities will be presented that provide for the use of critical thinking processes to analyze diverse patient presentations of selected illness for symptomatology, pathophysiology, and health care implications.

NSG 121 - Health Assessment 3.00

本课程侧重于健康评估的概念，作为护理过程的基础步骤. 将介绍进行全面和重点突出的健康评估所需的知识和技能. Interviewing, observation, inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation skills will be examined. Normal findings, variations from normal, cultural differences and appropriate equipment use will be considered.

NSG 122 - Nursing Fundamental Concepts 5.00

This course provides students with opportunities to learn and develop basic competencies necessary to facilitate the optimal well-being of the patient within the healthcare setting in a safe, legal, and ethical manner. Focus is placed on the nursing process, health promotion, disease prevention, professional communication and interdisciplinary collaboration within the context of meeting basic patient needs in a healthcare environment. Throughout the course, students demonstrate competence of fundamental principles of nursing practice which are validated through clinical skill performance assessments.

NSG 123 - Medical-Surgical Nursing I 6.00

本课程旨在进一步发展和应用与急慢性病人护理过程相关的概念. 团队合作和协作的介绍，以提高安全和质量的护理在各种临床设置. Classroom and clinical experiences integrate the concepts of caring, collaboration, communication, cultural sensitivity, 社区和临床判断，以促进个人的福祉，并准备学生作为护理提供者. In the clinical setting, students will care for patients with select medical and/or surgical problems in various settings, state knowledge of pathophysiology and psychosocial dynamics, apply the nursing process, utilize information technology, interact with other health care professionals, and practice clinical decision making and critical inquiry while caring for culturally diverse, ill adults.

NSG 124 - Pharmacology 3.00

This course introduces the student to the role of pharmacotherapeutic agents in the treatment of illness and in the promotion of wellness in patients throughout the lifespan. These concepts provide the basis for the study of drug actions, indications, side effects, nursing implications, and patient education.

NSG 221 - Mental Health Nursing 4.00

本课程的重点是护士在照顾心理健康变化患者中的作用. Focus is placed on the nursing process framework with emphasis on assessment, therapeutic communication, neurobiological and psychosocial theories, pharmacology, and current practices related to the care of the mentally ill. Interventions focus on aspects of care to include professional communication, patient and family teaching, review of community resources, and practical application in various clinical settings.

NSG 222 - Family Nursing 6.00

本课程向学生介绍以家庭为中心的护理和生育家庭的健康需求. Students review concepts, skills, and techniques needed to care for culturally diverse maternal, infant, and pediatric patients and their families. The nursing process is utilized to emphasize the concepts of family-centered care, collaboration, communication, cultural competence, and community. The clinical experiences focus on concepts and skills required to provide safe and evidence-based care in a variety of clinical settings.

NSG 223 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II 6.00

This course expands on previous nursing knowledge and skills to provide care to patients that have complex health alterations in a variety of clinical settings. Students will explore the concepts of professionalism, collaboration, communication, and cultural competency within the context of illness and their role as provider of care, educator, and patient advocate. In the clinical setting, students will care for selected patients in various settings, 运用病理生理学和心理社会动力学知识为医疗和/或手术问题患者服务.

NSG 233 - Medical-Surgical Nursing III 5.00

这门综合性的课程扩展了以前获得的管理和计划复杂病人护理所需的知识和技能. Focused on nursing care of complex patients, families, and groups in unstable situations with unpredictable outcomes. The course focuses on nursing practice that facilitates the wellbeing of individuals within the context of critical or complex illness and continues in preparing the student as a provider of care. In the clinical setting, students care for selected patients in various settings, integrating knowledge of pathophysiology and psychosocial dynamics for patients with acute or complex medical and/or surgical problems.

NSG 321 - Advanced Leadership and Management 3.00

This course uses theoretical frameworks in critical thinking strategies to study the coordinating role of the profession nurse within the healthcare delivery system. Current theories of leadership and management in relation to nursing practice.

NSG 323 - Community and Public Health Nursing 5.00

This course focuses on the role and competencies of the nurse in the community setting, to promote whole-person health. The principles of professional nursing care are applied to culturally diverse individuals, families, and groups and are integrated throughout the health-illness continuum. In the clinical setting, students care for selected patients in various community-based settings, integrating knowledge of epidemiology and factors that influence population health.

NSG 324 - Evidence Based Practice in Nursing 3.00

This course explores the research process and its contributions to professional nursing practice. The skills related to reading published research findings and utilizing that evidence as a basis for professional nursing practice are developed.

NSG 421 - Nursing Informatics 3.00

This course focuses on the use of health information systems, communication devices, computer applications and explores the impact of these technologies on nursing practice.

NSG 423 - Policy, Trends, & Ethics in Nursing 3.00

The course focuses on current national and global trends, policies, and challenges which impact health and healthcare delivery. An overview of ethical and legal issues commonly presented to nurses and other health care providers is discussed with emphasis on the identification and analysis of legal and ethical principles underlying clinical judgment in nursing.

NSG 425 - BSN Practicum 5.00

本课程提供了一个临床实践的概念，在整个程序的应用. Evidence-based practice, critical thinking, teaching/learning, professional behaviors, communication, collaboration, managing care, management/leadership, skills/technology, and professional development are embodied and exhibited. The clinical component is situated in either a precepted or advanced practicum setting.

NSG 426 - Review of Integrated Nursing Concepts 3.00

This course provides the student with the opportunity to evaluate his/her strengths and weaknesses in preparation for the NCLEX-RN® exam. 利用护理过程和整合所有以前的概念将通过使用案例研究强调, integrated testing, and directed study.

Dual Credit Option for Taking Graduate Level Courses

Dual Credit Options are not available for New Orleans students. 请参阅学术信息，了解作为本科生获得研究生学分的全部要求. Undergraduate Course Graduate Course Equivalency NSG 321 Advanced Leadership and Management NU 530 Organizational Systems and Behaviors NSG 324 Evidence Based Practice in Nursing NU 560 Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice NSG 421 Nursing Informatics NU 525 Technology and Nursing Informatics in Advanced Practice NSG 423 Policy, Trends, & Ethics in Nursing HA 610 Health Policy and Management

Required Courses in General Education

Students enrolled in the BSN program must complete a minimum of 52.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours must be upper level (300- to 400-level courses). The Herzing University General Education offerings are listed below. 有关通识教育要求的其他信息，请参阅目录中的通识教育部分. 12.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications EN 104 – English Composition I EN 111 – Information Literacy EN 116 – Speech EN 304 – English Composition II 16.00 Semester Credit Hours in in Science SC 154 – Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses SC 254 – Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses SC 150 – Principles of Nutrition SC 166 – Microbiology SC 186 – Chemistry 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities HU 140 – Cultural Diversity HU 240 – Introduction to Humanities HU 340 – Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics MA 109 – College Algebra MA 320 – Statistics 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social or Behavioral Science PS 101 – Psychology PS 105 – Developmental Psychology SS 350 – Social Issues and Technology Note: Transfer students may transfer courses that are within 1.00 semester credit hour of the courses listed above to meet these discipline requirements. Any resulting deficiency in the total of 52.00 semester credit hours required in general education may be made up with general education electives from any of the listed disciplines. 从其他机构转入的科学课程必须符合护理专业的科学要求.

Special General Education Grading Requirements for Nursing Support Courses

The following science courses must be completed with a grade of "B" (80%) or better. Only two attempts are permitted for each course and a student who fails to successfully complete in the maximum attempts is subject to dismissal from the nursing program. SC 154 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nurses Semester Credit Hours: 4.00 SC 254 Anatomy and Physiology II for Nurses Semester Credit Hours: 4.00 The following general education courses must be completed with a grade of "C" (70%) or better for a student to continue in the nursing program. *在亚特兰大校区注册的BSN学生要求SC 166微生物学和SC 186化学达到B或以上(80%). PS 105 Developmental Psychology Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 SC 150 Principles of Nutrition Semester Credit Hours: 2.00 SC 166 Microbiology Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 SC 186 Chemistry Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 MA 109 College Algebra Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 MA 320 Statistics Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 因未能达到上述课程规定的最低成绩而从护理专业退学的学生, but who otherwise meets the academic standards of the University may transfer to another Herzing degree program and/or may appeal to reapply to the BSN nursing program in a future semester.

Personal and Professional Development Courses

All courses, 2.00 semester credit hours, are required.

PD 121 - Professional Development I 1.00

本课程旨在向学生介绍方法论，为他们在学术和职业上的成功做好准备. Topics include but are not limited to Canvas support, student support services, e-books, university policies, resumes, self-reflection, time management, goal setting, and strategies for anxiety reduction.

PD 202 - Professional Development II 1.00

This course provides an opportunity for students to critically examine their skills and develop a plan to further their career and own financial literacy. Topics include research, job searching, developing career documents, refining interview and communication skills, and creating a personal budget.

Requirements

Enrollment requirements

To be considered for admission into the program, you must hold a high school diploma or equivalent (Diploma, HSED or GED) and meet the following criteria based on your cumulative GPA:

Cumulative GPAⁱ	Science Requirement	TEASⁱⁱ
3.50–4.00	None	None
3.00–3.49	3.00 GPA in college scienceⁱⁱⁱ	None
2.50 and higher	None	Composite TEAS of 58
i. 拥有18个或以上大学可转换学分的学生将根据其大学累积GPA进行评估. Otherwise, the high school GPA will be used. ii. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) from the Assessment Technology Institute (ATI). iii. Based on your cumulative GPA in these college science courses: Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Biology, Chemistry, and Microbiology. Two of these courses must be used to calculate science GPA. Any of these courses completed must be included in the calculation, and no others. If you do not meet this requirement, you must score a composite score of 58 or higher on the TEAS. A grade of "B" or better must be earned for transfer credit to be awarded for Anatomy & Physiology, regardless of whether it was included in the calculation.

I don’t meet the enrollment requirements. Do I have any other options?

Yes!

You may be eligible to enroll in our Associate of General Studies – Pre-Nursing program, designed for students who need to improve their GPA to qualify for nursing school.

Earn solid grades in online gen eds and select core nursing courses and you can earn eligibility to enter into our Online BSN program in the future.

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Why Herzing

Herzing University is your lifelong learning partner

Herzing nursing programs are designed to follow the many career pathways through nursing, all the way from earning a practical nursing diploma through getting a post master’s certificate. We’re on your side every step of the way to help you build the career you want.

Students in Madison, Wisconsin seeking their bachelor’s degree in nursing may consider a few different Herzing University programs besides the on-campus pre-licensure BSN program:

For non-nurses
Additional pathways for those new to nursing

Online BSN. Take all didactic/lecture classes online; eligibility in select U.S. states.
Accelerated BSN. Built for bachelor’s degree holders in another field—start your second career!
Pre-nursing. A pathway for students who are not eligible for direct entry into the BSN program.

For practicing nurses
Pathways to take the next step

RN to BSN. Current RNs can bridge to their BSN in as little as 1 year—available online!
LPN to BSN. 当前执业护士(LPN)可以通过注册软件下载的LPN到BSN选项更快地获得BSN.

For health professionals
Transition to nursing faster

软件下载为寻求成为注册护士的其他医疗保健专业人员提供独特的BSN选择:

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You are never alone

Carla and Michael teamed up to help each other earn their BSNs. You can take on nursing school alongside vibrant, hardworking classmates dedicated to helping us all grow together.

Careers

Find your calling as a registered nurse

You can explore many different career opportunities as a BSN-prepared RN.

While earning a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) can expand your duties to advanced practice across many specialties, you can also pursue different specialty roles with a BSN, including pediatrics, neonatal/NICU, oncology, neuroscience, Operating Room (OR)/surgical, and much more.

有了足够的经验，你可以考虑晋升到护理教育或护理领导的职位. Keep in mind degree requirements may vary, including an MSN or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

We offer degree pathways to help you reach as high as you want to climb in the field of nursing.

Salary and job outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is expected to rise 6% from 2022-2032, and their average salary is $89,010 per year ($42.80 per hour).*

Now is a great time to begin earning the education you need to find a great job in healthcare, build a foundation for career growth and make an impact in your community.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

There are many different nursing specialties to choose from. Depending on your personality, 教育背景和喜欢的工作环境，你可以按照自己的个性化路径在护理专业.

Here are a few popular nursing specialties you may consider:

You can take our nursing personality quiz to get a better idea of what you might prefer in your nursing career.

It’s a question of:

What your goals are
How quickly you want to reach them

If your goal is to go from LPN to RN quickly, 最好的选择可能是副学士学位课程，因为你可以在不到两年的时间里成为一名注册护士.

如果你的目标是成为一名注册护士，并有可能通过攻读护理硕士学位(MSN)进一步发展。, your best option is a bachelor’s degree in nursing program.

Read about the most basic differences between ADN vs. BSN and discover what's best for you.

Yes, general education and didactic/lecture nursing courses can be completed in our 3-year online BSN program for non-nurses.

The program does incorporate hands-on training, including clinicals and an intensive experience to ensure you are equipped to pass the NCLEX-RN, meet the board of nursing requirements in your state and become an RN-BSN.

Our nursing programs are designed to be challenging, but not impossible. Your career as a registered nurse will be demanding, and our goal is to help you succeed and become the best healthcare provider you can be. We won’t do you any favors by making things too easy.

Learn more about how hard nursing school really is from Herzing graduates who have been through it. You will have support from Herzing University faculty, staff and other students every step of the way. Never be afraid to ask for help when you need it!

With Herzing University you are never alone. It’s our goal to provide all students an affordable, career-driven education. Financial aid options include:

You can find an estimate for tuition and expenses by using the Herzing University tuition wizard.

The advantages of a BSN can include:

Increased autonomy in decision making while on the job
Open doors to more specialties in the nursing field
Become a more attractive candidate for hospitals seeking Magnet Recognition
Build a foundation to grow into education or leadership pathways
Positions you better for nursing jobs with higher pay
Qualify to enroll in an MSN program
Become more familiar and educated with evidence-based practice opportunities
Increase knowledge and understanding of RN specialties and skills
Transition from “technical” to “professional” RN
Gain a deeper knowledge of nursing theory and leadership theory

A 2022 study from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) indicates employers have the level of education at top of mind in the hiring process. Based on responses from nursing schools, the survey revealed 69.8% of employers show a strong preference for BSN graduates.

The ultimate benefit is bettering yourself, becoming the best nurse you can be and following the career path of your choosing.

There are a wide variety of different career paths in nursing, and depending on what makes the most sense for you there are several different types of nursing degrees you may consider:

Diploma in Practical Nursing. 开始你的护理生涯最快的方法是获得实用护理文凭，成为一名有执照的实用护士. 这不是一个“学位”，但如果你准备在护理中动手，这是一个可供选择的起点.
Associate degree in nursing. 获得护理副学士学位，你就有资格参加NCLEX考试，成为一名注册护士(RN)。.
Bachelor’s in nursing. A bachelor’s degree is becoming the new educational standard for registered nurses, and it will qualify you for a master’s degree program.
Master’s in nursing. Many roles up the ladder in nursing will require a master’s degree.
Doctorate in nursing. Earn the terminal degree in nursing and reach the top of the field.

All schools have their own distinct degree programs based on their qualifications and areas of focus. Herzing大学提供了许多不同的选择，无论你现在在哪里，都能为你提供通往目的地的最短路径, 包括校园桥梁幸运28计划和在线幸运28计划，帮助你达到教育的下一个层次. View all of our nursing programs.

因为拥有BSN的护士已经获得了下一个学位，并且通常在就业市场上具有优势, they will on average earn a slightly higher salary than nurses with an ASN. However, there are always exceptions; an ASN with several years of an experience may earn a higher salary than an RN with a BSN who is just starting their career.

You don’t need a bachelor’s degree in nursing to become a registered nurse. Earn your associate’s degree in nursing and you can become an RN more quickly and earn your first set of scrubs.

However, if your goal is to continue climbing the ladder to become a nurse practitioner or pursue roles in nursing leadership or administration, you may be best off enrolling in a BSN program so you can reach your goals faster.

No matter what you choose, Herzing is here to empower you to become the best nursing professional you can be.

Associate of Science in General Studies - Pre-Nursing

Accelerated BSN Option - Madison

Practical Nursing (LPN prep) - Madison

Accreditations

Accreditations & Disclosures

1. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Herzing University Madison is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2022 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.

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