Accelerated BSN Online Track

Program Overview

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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Online Track (Distance)

Overview

The University of Indianapolis Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Online Track (Distance) offers a personalized student experience in a fast, flexible path to your new career in nursing.

Advantages

• Learn where you live with 100% online coursework
• Gain real-world experience through in-person clinical placements and two, four-day on-campus residencies
• Our clinical placement department pursues all options to help you secure a local placement site
• 1:1 model for clinical placements means more time with your preceptor
• Your student success advisor and academic advisor work together to help you succeed
• Join an inclusive and diverse community of service-oriented learners
• Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

About the Track

The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) second-degree program is designed for career changers who already have a bachelor's degree in another field.

Track Length & Format

This rigorous online track is intended for full-time study. Students should not expect to work while enrolled in this program, which can be completed in 15 months (four semesters).

Prerequisites

• Human Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Microbiology
• Organic Chemistry or General Chemistry I & II
• Introduction to Psychology
• Social Science
• Philosophy
• Statistics or College Algebra

ABSN Online Track (Distance) Sample Courses

This online track requires 56 credit hours of online coursework and 570 clinical hours to graduate.

Nursing Health Assessment (3 credits)

This course focuses on the holistic health and assessment of individuals and families across the life span. Students will learn the process of performing a complete physical assessment on health care recipients. Utilizing clinical reasoning and physical assessment findings will allow the student to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings. The development of therapeutic communication and cultural awareness is emphasized.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BSN program

Transitional Care in Primary and Population Health (3 credits)

This course introduces population-focused nursing practice through theoretical and practical applications. Principles of primary care and public health nursing are used to identify population health needs. Social and health policy, vulnerability issues, and environmental health issues are emphasized. Through community partnerships, students collaborate with individuals, families, and group members. Using the nursing process, students complete a community-centered project that fosters health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention.

Complex Transitional Nursing Care (4 credits)

This course explores the professional nursing practice and its role in health promotion and injury prevention in complex patient populations. A focus on holistic nursing care allows for a more in-depth exploration of nursing responsibilities and the health care needs of complex patients with rapidly changing health conditions and critical illnesses. Concepts of transitional nursing care and the nursing process are applied to complex patient care situations to enhance clinical reasoning skills. Knowledge of advanced technologies and nursing’s role in the coordination and collaboration of health care teams are emphasized.

Transition to Professional Nursing Practice (3 credits)

This course is designed to provide nursing students in their final semester with an opportunity to develop their professional roles under the tutelage of a preceptor. This opportunity will facilitate nursing student transition into practice by enabling students to synthesize nursing knowledge and skills gained from previous coursework. With guidance from faculty, students will develop a quality improvement project to implement during their practicum. Throughout the term, students will focus on NCLEX-RN examination preparation and the licensure process.

Admissions Requirements & Process

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8
• HESI A2 test score (at local site if proctored)
• Completion of prerequisite courses (Prerequisite courses do not expire)
• Qualify based on state authorization requirements
• Must have permanent Indiana address

Process

• Step 1: Apply to the ABSN application can be found under the Graduate, Adult, Guest Application. Do not select the Undergraduate Application.
• Step 2: In the Fall, apply for admission into the clinical component of the ABSN Online Track (Distance). Clinical courses begin each May. Announcements are emailed to eligible applicants.

Tuition

The tuition for the ABSN Online Track (Distance) for is $860/credit hour.

GENERAL SERVICES FEES

• Full-time: $168 per semester
• Part-time: $100 per semester
• Summer: $86

Additional Estimated Costs Include:

Prior to Starting Classes

• $66.75 Background Check
• $94.99 Drug Test and Document Storage
• Cost of any immunizations you may need to complete
• $75 HESI Admission Exam + Proctor-U

First Semester

• $625.45 – First payment for HESI resources
• $22 x 2 for Proctor-U HESI Specialty exams
• $130 for Shadow Health
• Lab kit for Residency I – approximately $220.49 (see UIndy bookstore for current pricing)
• Travel expenses to Indianapolis + hotel
• $47 ExamSoft*

Second Semester

• $387.18 – Second payment for HESI Resources
• $22 x 2 for Proctor-U HESI Specialty exams
• $47 ExamSoft*

Third Semester

• $387.18 – Third payment for HESI Resources
• $22 x 1 for Proctor-U HESI Specialty exams
• $47 ExamSoft*
• $81.75 for renewal of background check & drug test
• $25 optional White Coat (for ceremony)

Fourth Semester

• $387.18 – Fourth payment for HESI Resources
• $22 x 3 for Proctor-U HESI Exit exams
• $47 ExamSoft*
• $ 15 Lab Kit for Residency II
• Travel expenses to Indianapolis + hotel
• State Board Application Fee (IN $50) (See the Indiana Professional Licensing Association website for current pricing)
• Background Check/Fingerprints (IN $35) (See the Indiana Professional Licensing Association website for current pricing)
• $200 Pearson Vue – NCLEX Exam Registration
• Cap & Gown and nursing pin (optional; see the UIndy bookstore for pricing)

Technology Requirements

Students will be required to have technology that is compatible with the required computerized testing platform software. Please see the IT Help Page for requirements needed for Windows and MAC OS computers. Chromebooks will not meet the technology requirements for the School of Nursing.

*A computer that meets ExamSoft/Examplify expectations is required.