Whether you are a current or prospective student, the world needs competent, well-trained healthcare professionals more than ever. Ameritech is committed to helping our students move forward in their education, while keeping our community safe as our first priority.
60 credits from your previous Bachelor’s degree can be applied towards a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing—enabling you to complete your BSN degree in as little as 20 months, with no previous nursing experience required.
Ameritech utilizes hands-on labs, state-of-the-industry nursing simulation, and real-world clinical practice to ensure you have the knowledge and skillsets needed to confidently enter the nursing profession.
Our aBSN program requires a completed Bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. All other college requisites are built into the curriculum, making it easier to start the program sooner. Learn more about our admissions requirements.
Our Accelerated BSN program offers the majority of coursework to be completed online. One-week clinical residencies occur during the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th semesters at the Joyce Johnson Center of Simulation in Draper, UT.3 On campus courses are focused primarily on intensive hands-on training and simulation and online didactic courses to give students greater flexibility.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Ameritech College of Healthcare is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Our program is taught by highly skilled and credentialed nurse educators who are ready to pass the torch to the next generation of great nurses. To review their bios and experience, click here.
As an Ameritech student, you will enjoy dedicated career placement services to help you transition successfully from student to working professional.
Ameritech students gain the hands-on skills needed to succeed in the nursing profession through real-life clinical experience and state-of-the-industry simulation. The Joyce Johnson Center of Simulation is packed with the latest medical technology including high-fidelity robotic patient mannequins, life-like synthetic cadavers, and realistic clinical environments.
When I was searching for a nursing school, Ameritech seemed like the best option, as the program would get me working as a nurse to support my family in the shortest amount of time possible. Now that I’m a couple semesters into the program, I have to say that I am very happy with my decision. I’ll be a nurse very quickly, and the education that I’m receiving is excellent. My instructors have been approachable, caring, and invested in my success. I would do it all over again in a hurry!
Becoming a registered nurse is a great career path with numerous job prospects and room for growth over the life of your career. In 2019, the median annual wage for a registered nurse was $73,300 a year with top earners bringing home more than $111,220 a year.1
The nursing field is projected to grow by 7% over the next 10 years vs. just 4% for other occupations—and demand is expected to increase even more due to the aging baby boomer population. On average, an estimated 175,900 registered nurses will be hired nationwide each year between 2019 and 2029.1
According to the AACN’s 2019 Annual Report, 46% of employers now require new nurses to have a BSN degree, while 88% strongly prefer BSN-prepared nurses.1 The Institute of Medicine has also recommended that by 2020, 80% of nurses earn their BSN.2 By pursuing your BSN degree now, you’ll be prepared when this becomes an employment requirement.
As a nurse, you’ll make a living helping others and serve as a valuable member of a patient’s medical care team. You’ll make a difference and help save lives, while enjoying a satisfying and rewarding career for years to come.
Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Accelerated BSN program offers three enrollment periods annually, with our next start date being January 10th. With high demand for the program and limited spots available, we recommend that you apply as early as possible.
Ameritech gave me a solid foundation for my nursing career. The staff were great. They were friendly, personable, and cared about our success as students. I appreciated the smaller class sizes that were conducive to focusing on our individual needs. I felt well prepared for the NCLEX and had no troubles passing it on the first attempt.
Our instructors are dedicated to our students’ success, providing the personal attention that you need to thrive academically and in your future career.
Our Draper campus offers nursing students an ideal learning environment with real-life clinical environments, a state-of-the-industry simulation center, and a dynamic, relevant curriculum.
Our hands-on program provides you with the real world experience needed to be a competent RN on the day you graduate—with the skills you need to build a lasting nursing career.
Our online portion of our BSN program is offered using the easy and intuitive Canvas Learning Management System. With this user-friendly, fully-integrated platform, your classroom, library, and online education resources are just one click away.
Our dedicated career services provide students with job placement assistance, giving you an indispensable resource for new employment opportunities.
(60 hours of transfer credit from previous baccalaureate education and 60 credit hours of core courses)
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Required Clinical Hours:
Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Accelerated BSN program is designed to get students in, out, and on to work as quickly as possible. Through a combination of online synchronous and asynchronous learning and blocked clinical intensives, our flexible program format gives students the opportunity to learn on their own schedule—enabling them to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination in as little as 20 months. Accelerated BSN students learn through theory and practical applications on how to be professional nurse leaders in caring for clients, families, and communities. Students are taught through lecture, laboratory, and real-life clinical experiences. Additionally, the aBSN program utilizes state-of-the-industry simulation with high fidelity human patient simulators to enhance clinical and critical thinking skills.
The program consists of 14 courses that provide the foundational knowledge needed for the nursing profession, as well as courses that integrate holistic nursing care. As one of the highest performing and rigorous nursing colleges in Utah, our curriculum, program delivery, and skilled faculty prepare graduates to pass the NCLEX-RN and enter the field as competent and confident registered nurses.
For more detailed information about our academic programs, please download our College Catalog.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Ameritech College of Healthcare is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 887-6791
| Semester 1 (Online) | |
|---|---|
| Course | Credits |
| BIO 305 Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice | 6 |
| BIO 315 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice | 5 |
| NUR 335 Introduction to Nursing and Evidence-Based Practice | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 14 |
| Residency and Clinical Requirements |
| Semester 2 | |
|---|---|
| Course | Credits |
| NUR 345 Essentials of Nursing I: Understanding Nursing Practice | 5 |
| NUR 365 Pharmacological Principles | 3 |
| NUR 325 Statistics for Nursing Practice | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 12 |
| Residency and Clinical Requirements |
| Semester 3 | |
|---|---|
| Course | Credits |
| NUR 355 Essentials of Nursing II: Care of Clients and Communities | 6 |
| NUR 425 Quality, Safety, and Technology in Nursing | 4 |
| NUR 375 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 13 |
| Residency and Clinical Requirements |
| Semester 4 | |
|---|---|
| Course | Credits |
| NUR 395 Care of the Adult Client | 6 |
| NUR 445 Care of the Childbearing Family | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits | 12 |
| Residency and Clinical Requirements |
| Semester 5 | |
|---|---|
| Course | Credits |
| NUR 455 Care of the High Acuity Client | 2 |
| NUR 475 Transition to Nursing Practice and Leadership | 6 |
| NUR 495 NCLEX Testing Orientation | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits | 9 |
| Residency and Clinical Requirements |
*This sample schedule is for illustrative purposes only. Not every student will complete classes in the same order.
NCLEX-RN Exam Pass Rate1
At the end of their program of study, students will be able to:
BSN-prepared nurses are enjoying satisfying careers as RNs in a wide range of nursing specialties, for a variety of employers and industries.
Diverse Industries & Nursing Specializations1:
Major Employers2:
Sources:
1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Registered Nurses.
2. Data pulled from ABHES Annual Report (Reporting period: July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020.)
Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Accelerated BSN program is taught by highly skilled nursing educators. As experienced, working healthcare professionals with a variety of specialties, they are committed to providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to become a successful nurse.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Accelerated BSN program tuition is $49,800 based on 60 program credit hours. To see a full breakdown program costs, please visit our Financial Aid page. In 2019, top-earners in the field brought home over $111,220 a year, with a median annual wage of $73,300 a year.1
Our Financial Aid department is here to make college accessible and affordable, with a variety of aid options available to those who qualify. Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.
Find out what you need to apply for our Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Accelerated BSN program.
I have wanted to be a nurse for a long time because I truly feel like I was put on this earth to take care of people. I loved going to Ameritech- it was hard, but so worth it and I felt so well-prepared for the NCLEX. I also met some of my closest friends in nursing school. Now, I have a job at St. Mark’s Hospital and love it! I’m grateful for Ameritech’s nursing program, as the knowledge and understanding that I gained in school made my transition onto the hospital floor so much easier.
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