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School of Nursing: Two Innovative Accelerated Nursing Programs

Second Careers in Nursing Program (S.C.A.N.) Early Entry into Nursing and Advanced Practice (EENAP) Program

APU's S.C.A.N. Program :

S.C.A.N. students enter an intensive three-year sequence of pre- and post-licensure study that enables them to become registered nurses and also leads to the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a clinical specialty.

APU's EENAP Program :

EENAP students complete pre-licensure theory and clinical coursework leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and may continue on with courses that lead to advanced practice in nursing, specifically the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.


What both nursing programs have to offer:
  • EENAP and S.C.A.N. programs meet Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requirements for licensure.
  • Graduates are eligible for the California RN License and Public Health Nursing Certificate, certification as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and/or a Nurse Practitioner in California.
  • Clinical experiences include care of diverse cultural/ethnic groups, the poor, the underserved, and the homeless.
  • Students receive personalized attention in a supportive Christian environment.
  • Financial aid is available through scholarships and loans.
  • Clinical faculty are experienced as clinical nurse specialists or nurse practitioners in a variety of settings.
  • Night classes work around students’ work and family schedules.

Learn more about the S.C.A.N. or EENAP Program.

Note: This information is current for the 2007-08 academic year. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
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