With its focus on clinical, laboratory and observation hours, the 15-month accelerated BSN track is designed for students who already have a bachelor's degree in another field.
In 2010, 97% of our accelerated students passed The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) on their first attempt. The national average was 88.4%.
Open House Events
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November 8 at 7 p.m. – Columbus
Ashland University Columbus Center
1900 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. (Rm C-8) | Columbus, Ohio 43229
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November 10 at 7 p.m. – Cleveland
Ashland University Cleveland Center
4645 Richmond Rd., #103 (Rm. 3) | Warrensville Hts., Ohio 44128
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November 22 at 7 p.m. – Mansfield
Ashland University College of Nursing
Elizabeth Hatch Conference Room
325 Glessner Ave. | Mansfield, Ohio 44903
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November 29 at 7 p.m. – Mansfield
Ashland University College of Nursing
Elizabeth Hatch Conference Room
325 Glessner Ave. | Mansfield, Ohio 44903
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**To RSVP for any of the above events, please e-mail Jennifer McElwain, Admissions Representative, at jmcelwai@ashland.edu or call 419.520.2631.
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Why Choose the Accelerated Nursing Track?
- While in the track, students will complete 63 credit hours of nursing courses including more than 1,200 hours of clinical, laboratory and observation introduction.
- As a nursing major in the Accelerated Nursing Track, you will experience classroom, laboratory and clinical settings led by faculty with specialty expertise.
- You'll be taught by the caring ethic of nursing in each and every course you take.
- There is no waitlist for qualified applicants!
- In 2009, 94 percent of our accelerated students passed The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) on their first attempt. These students are now Registered Nurses statewide and nationwide.
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Clinical Experience
Clinical experiences prepare students for nursing practice in diverse settings. Clinical experiences occur in acute care facilities, community agencies and long-term care in the central Ohio area.
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Simulated Laboratory Experience
Students utilize simulation in laboratory experiences beginning in their first nursing course. The college has pediatric, adult and maternal simulators where students have the opportunity to practice in a safe environment.
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Prerequisite Courses
Applicants must have completed the courses listed below with a minimum letter grade of "C" from an accredited college or university:
- Developmental Psychology
- Nutrition
- Microbiology
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- Organic/Inorganic/Bio Chemistry
- Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II
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Interested transfer students should inquire with an Admission Representative at 419.520.2631 or accelnursing@ashland.edu for clarification.
Additional Info
Spaces are limited therefore additional criteria for acceptance will be an on-campus interview; score no less than a 70 on the ATI TEAS in addition to completing Critical Thinking testing.
Accelerated Track students are required to have a current American Heart Association CPR certification, uniforms and required equipment for clinical and lab settings and. Additionally, students are required to meet traditional track admission requirements.
