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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
The '''Bachelor of Science in Nursing''' ('''BSN''') is a four year [[academic degree]] in the science and principles of [[nursing]], granted by a tertiary education | The '''Bachelor of Science in Nursing''' ('''BSN''') is a four year [[academic degree]] in the science and principles of [[nursing]], granted by a tertiary education university or similarly accredited school. This level of education is considered higher than that of a [[registered nurse]], which only requires a two year associate's degree. | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[http://nlnac.org/ NLNAC - National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission] - Accrediting body "responsible for the specialized accreditation of nursing education programs, both post-secondary and higher degree (Master’s Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, Associate Degree, Diploma, and Practical Nursing program)." | *[http://nlnac.org/ NLNAC - National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission] - Accrediting body "responsible for the specialized accreditation of nursing education programs, both post-secondary and higher degree (Master’s Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, Associate Degree, Diploma, and Practical Nursing program)." | ||
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Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a four year academic degree in the science and principles of nursing, granted by a tertiary education university or similarly accredited school. This level of education is considered higher than that of a registered nurse, which only requires a two year associate's degree.
External links
- NLNAC - National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission - Accrediting body "responsible for the specialized accreditation of nursing education programs, both post-secondary and higher degree (Master’s Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, Associate Degree, Diploma, and Practical Nursing program)."
- CCNE - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education - Accrediting body that "ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs preparing effective nurses."
- Online Nursing Degrees - Listing of online nursing degrees
- Indian Nursing Council