Cougar News spoke with Dr. Jane Leach, dean of nursing, and Dr. Betty Veasy, director of the RN-to-BSN program, to find out more about Collin College’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
What is the difference between an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) degree and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree?
An ADN degree and a BSN prepare you to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. Completion of an ADN program is typically 18-24 months, while the BSN is usually a four-year commitment. Some employers prefer to hire nurses with a BSN, and this higher academic credential provides new career opportunities.
Why should people consider earning a BSN?
- Career advancement
- Personal achievement
What is unique about Collin College’s RN-to-BSN program?
- If you have an ADN, you can complete your BSN in one year by attending classes two days a week.
- You can also attend part time by taking classes one day a week.
- Collin’s program offers you the opportunity to schedule your clinical requirements at times that best suit your schedule.
- You can earn a Sigma Theta Tau Nurse Manager Certificate.
Are there information sessions?
The college will be offering the following RN-to-BSN information sessions in the Cary A. Israel Health Sciences Center at the college’s McKinney Campus (Central Park).
- 5-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, in room H351
- 9-10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, in room H353
How can I apply?
To download the application, visit www.collin.edu/nursing/bsn and click on the “Spring 2020 RN to BSN application.”
Where can I find an information sheet about the college’s BSN program?
http://www.collin.edu/academics/info/nursingBSNInfoSheet.pdf
Where can I go to find out more information?
https://www.collin.edu/academics/programs/NURS_BSN.html
Who can I contact if I have questions?
If you have questions, email RN2BSN@collin.edu.