Department of Associate Nursing
The Associate of Science in Nursing Program prepares nurses to provide care to patients in the community with acute and chronic health care needs where policies and procedures reflect current nursing standards of care and practices.
The department provides two tracks: a Generic Option for qualified students that currently do not have any experience in nursing, and an Advanced Placement Option for students with an LPN to become an RN.
Two Pathways to Your RN
This is a fast-paced nine-month option leading to an Associate of Science in Nursing degree for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) who have a current unencumbered Mississippi license. The ASN Program prepares nurses to manage direct care to patients with commonly recurring illnesses in acute and long-term health care facilities.
This is an innovative two-year program leading to an Associate of Science in Nursing degree for students who currently do not have a nursing license. The ASN Generic Program prepares nurses to manage direct care to patients with commonly recurring illnesses in acute and long-term health care facilities.
Next Steps
ASN Student Handbook
This handbook has been developed by the ASN Faculty to inform students about the Department of Nursing and the Associate of Science in Nursing Program. It supplements the University Bulletin and Student Handbook.
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