Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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If you have a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree or want to change majors, you can apply for our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program to become a nurse in as few as 15 months. This intense program combines classroom instruction, training in nursing simulation facilities, research opportunities, and extensive clinical experience.

This program prepares you for the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN®).

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Career Paths

The ABSN program prepares you as a generalist in beginning positions in all areas of nursing practice, including maternal, child, mental, adult, and community health nursing. It also provides a foundation for graduate study in nursing.

Notable employers for our nursing graduates include:

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Children’s Mercy Hospital
Mayo Clinic
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Northeast Regional Medical Center
University of Missouri Hospitals

94.4%

First-time pass rate on NCLEX exam to become a licensed RN

first-year nursing students in incoming class

100%

employment rate for our nursing graduates

220

students pursuing a nursing degree

Featured Courses

Introductory Microbiology

Study the nature of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microscopic organisms applied to human economy and nature.

Pathophysiology

Explore principles and concepts of pathophysiology presented as alterations of normal physiological regulatory mechanisms in disease states.

Human Nutrition

Learn a conceptual framework of nutrition principles from a nursing – physiological point of view with a particular emphasis on nutrients, dietary guidelines, and disease management and prevention across the lifespan and across cultures.

Anatomy and Physiology

Examine the structure and function of the human body, using a systems approach.

Adult Health Nursing

Focus on nursing practice with adults, including the gerontological population, experiencing acute or chronic health alterations in a variety of acute care settings.

Child/Family Nursing

Study the concepts of the science of human care nursing, family, and child development are integrated with the nursing care of well and ill children and adolescents.

Nursing Simulation Center

You can receive personalized instructions in the Nursing Simulation Center, which provides opportunities to practice your nursing and decision-making skills in a controlled environment.

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Clinical Sites

With an emphasis on community-based nursing practice, you can engage in a wide range of clinical experiences:

adult and obstetric acute care at Northeast Regional Medical Center
geriatric and mental health experience through local agencies
pediatric experiences in community, school settings and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, St. Louis, Mo.

Nursing Student Organizations

Get involved with organizations like the Nursing Student Association and Sigma Theta Tau International, a nursing honor society, to develop your leadership skills and strengthen your professional network.

Resources for Nursing Students

Scholarships and Jobs

There are multiple resources for financial assistance. Truman also provides information on nursing positions available in surrounding areas.

Resources

FAQ for ABSN

Browse through our frequently asked to find answers to common questions about the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

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Nursing Student Handbook

The handbook covers expected student outcomes, policies, requirements, and more.

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Accreditation and Approval

The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Truman State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org/).

Additionally, Truman’s nursing program is fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (MSBN).

How to Apply

Applying for the nursing major is a two-step process:

STEP 1: Apply to Truman using the undergraduate admissions application.
STEP 2: After you have been admitted to Truman, you will need to submit a separate ABSN application to apply for the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.