Undergraduate Programs
The School of Nursing offers a four-year baccalaureate program, accredited
by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the California State Board
of Registered Nursing. The program enables the student to take the California
Board of Registered Nursing examination for RN licensure. The graduate is eligible
to apply for a California State Public Health Certificate. The program also
offers options for registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses
leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Program Outcomes
The graduate of Azusa Pacific University’s baccalaureate nursing program integrates faith and ethics as a skilled and knowledgeable practitioner, accountable professional, health care educator, and advocate and coordinator of care. The graduate also:
- Utilizes a Christian worldview to integrate beliefs, values, ethics, and service in personal and professional life.
- Provides nursing care utilizing professional knowledge and core competencies (critical thinking, communication, assessment, and technical skills) derived from a foundation of nursing science, general education, and religious studies.
- Demonstrates initiative for continual personal and professional growth and development.
- Acts as a patient educator and advocate to promote optimal health and well-being.
- Functions independently and collaboratively, both as a leader and/or a member of the health care team, to manage and coordinate care.
Programs Offered
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The BSN integrates faith and ethics to train students as skilled and knowledgeable practitioners, qualifying them for public health certification following graduation. Nursing students receive professional accreditation and clinical practice for their freshman through senior years, and are eligible for public health certification following graduation.
Licensed Vocational Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Licensed vocational nurses are evaluated on an individual basis. Credit is given for general education courses that are transferable. The first-year nursing course, UNRS 105, is waived for currently licensed LVNs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse to Registered Nurse 30-unit Option
Licensed vocational nurses are evaluated on an individual basis. Credit is given for general education courses that are transferable. Students choosing this option are admitted as terminal nondegree students.
Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Registered nurses from associate degree and diploma programs are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be currently licensed in the state of California.
