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LPN to BSN Program
The LPN to BSN program at Albertus enables licensed/vocational nurses to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing while considering prior work experience, education, and training. With a critical shortage in caregivers, this program is the first program of its kind in the state of Connecticut. Albertus is proud to offer this specialized degree program to Connecticut LPNs - starting January 2025.
What Makes Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Albertus Different?
Engaged
Students
- Hands-on, experiential learning
- Interdisciplinary perspectives
- Emphasis on collaborative work
Great
Teaching
- Personally invested professors
- Small class sizes
- Innovative, well-rounded programs
- Resources and opportunities for research
Vibrant
Communities
- Lively extracurricular activities
- Campus-wide events
- Service and community engagement
Successful
Outcomes
- Active career counseling
- Opportunity-building networks
- Access to internships and professional experiences
Flexible LPN to BSN Schedule
Offered in a blended format, the LPN to BSN program allows students to complete their studies through a combination of 16-week in-person evening courses and 8-week online courses.
- Classes are a combination of in-class session and online assignments
- All nursing transition classes and nursing courses with a clinical component will meet in person
The Albertus Bachelor of Science in Nursing Faculty
Connecticut's First LPN to BSN program
In a recent interview with WTNH's "What Matters Most," Associate Professor and Nursing Program Director Cyndi Jeffrey, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE, discussed the successful launch of Connecticut's first LPN to BSN program. She highlighted the growing demand for this program and its significant impact on nursing education in the state.
"We have a curriculum focusing on evidence based practice, leadership, and clinical decision making skills so we can prepare students for the complexities of the modern healthcare landscape."
Where Will Your Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree take You?
(U.S. Department of Labor Bureau and Statistics categories)
Possible career paths with a Bachelor of Science degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing include:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Courses
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Albertus Magnus College, students will be able to:
- Integrate nursing knowledge with a liberal arts educational foundation to care for clients across the human lifespan.
- Responsibly apply scientific knowledge to reduce risk and limit disease in individuals and communities.
- Utilize patient care technologies in the healthcare environment by embracing the need to be a lifelong learner.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients, families, and other healthcare providers in a complex healthcare environment.
- Demonstrate nursing leadership skills that exemplify the Dominican Order identity through the four pillars; Study, Prayer, Community, and Service.
| Semester | Course Code/Number |
Course Name | Course Credits | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intersession | CC 102 | College Success Seminar* | 1 | College Requirement |
| Intersession | SC 114 | Nutrition for Health and Fitness* | 3 | General Education Science/Prerequisite |
| 1 (SP25) | BI 316 | Anatomy and Physiology I* | 3 | Prerequisite |
| 1 | BI 316L | Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 1 | Prerequisite |
| 1 | EN 106 | Written Expression I* | 3 | General Education English |
| 1 | HU 108 | Examined Life I* | 3 | General Education Humanities |
| 1 | MA 117 | Biostatistics/Math for Healthcare | 3 | General Education Math/Prerequisite |
| 2 (SU25) | BI 317 | Anatomy and Physiology II* | 3 | Prerequisite |
| 2 | BI 317L | Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 1 | Prerequisite |
| 2 | EN 107 | Written Expression II* | 3 | General Education English |
| 3 (FA25) | BI 215 | Microbiology* | 3 | Prerequisite |
| 3 | BI 215L | Microbiology Lab* | 1 | Prerequisite |
| 3 | CH 231 | General Organic Biochemistry* | 3 | Prerequisite |
| 3 | CH 231L | General Organic Biochemistry Lab | 1 | Prerequisite |
| 3 | HU 109 | Examined Life II* | 3 | General Education Humanities |
| 3 | Fine Arts | Fine Arts* | 3 | General Education Fine Arts |
| Intersession | LPN-to-RN Transition |
LPN-to-RN Transition | 3 | Nursing |
| 4 (SP26) | NR 213B | Nursing Health Assessment Laboratory | 2 | Nursing |
| 4 | NR 282B | Nursing Pharmacology | 4 | Nursing |
| 4 | Religion | Religion* | 3 | General Education Religion |
| 4 | History | History* | 3 | General Education History |
| 5 (SU26) | NR 256B | Transitional Mental Health Lecture & Clinical | 6 | Nursing |
| 6 (FA26) | NR 237B | Community Nursing Lecture & Clinical | 6 | Nursing |
| 6 | NR 243B | Nursing Informatics* | 3 | Nursing |
| 6 | Philosophy | Philosophy* | 3 | General Education Philosophy |
| Intersession | International/Global Studies | International/Global Studies* | 3 | General Education International/Global Studies |
| 7 (SP27) | NR 271B | Transition Adult Acute & Chronic Care Management Lecture | 6 | Nursing |
| 7 | NR 338B | Evidence-Based Practice w/ Nursing Research* | 3 | Nursing |
| 7 | NR 350B | Population Health Nursing* | 3 | Nursing |
| 8 | HU 399 | Senior Seminar | 3 | General Education Humanities |
| 8 | Elective | Elective | 3 | Elective |
| 9 (FA27) | Elective | Elective | 3 | Elective |
| 9 | NR 375B | Professional Nursing Practice Lecture & Clinical | 6 | Nursing |
| 9 | NR 391 | Nursing Leadership* | 4 | Nursing |
| TOTALS | 105 |
Albertus Magnus College will recognize prior learning via the award of 20 college credits after the LPN successfully passes the NLN Nursing Acceleration Challenging Exam (NACE).** The awarded credits will account for the following courses:
- NR 223 Foundational Nursing Lecture and Clinical – 6 credits
- PY 111 Introduction to Psychology – 3 credits
- NR 226L Nursing Skills Laboratory – 2 credits
- NR 261 Nursing Pathophysiology – 3 credits
- NR 327 Maternal Child Nursing – 6 credits
One credit will also be awarded for BLS Certification.
Total Program Credits = 126
NOTE: The anticipated time for students to complete the program is 36 months.
* = Course participation will be online. Please note that this is subject to change.
** = Please see LPN-to-BSN Program Eligibility Requirements below for required minimum NACE scores.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, applicants must submit the following:
LPN-to-BSN Program Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the LPN-to-BSN program, applicants must submit the following:
To be eligible for admission into the LPN-to-BSN program, students must meet the following criteria:
- Current CT LPN License: Applicants must hold a current Connecticut LPN license in good standing.
- Graduation from an Accredited LPN Program: Applicants must have graduated from an accredited LPN program with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) greater than or equal to 2.75.
- Successful Completion of NACE Exams*: Applicants must successfully complete four specified
National League for Nursing Nursing Accelerated Challenge Exams (NACE) PN-RN with
the following minimum scores:
Foundations of Nursing: 71% or higher Nursing Care of Childbearing Family: 62% or higher Nursing Care of Children: 62% or higher Nursing Care of Adults: 71% or higher
NOTE: Previously completed prerequisite courses from other regionally accredited colleges or universities will be considered. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and a cumulative science GPA of 3.0
*The NACE exams may not be taken twice in the same semester but can be taken twice over a two-year period. NACE scores will be valid for two years.
- Academics
Application (Adult Undergraduate) & $35 Fee Intake Survey Official High School Transcripts Official College Transcripts* Official LPN program transcript (GPA of 2.75 or higher) CT LPN license in good standing - If applying for Financial Aid:
FAFSA: 2024-2025 www.studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa CODE: 003174 Direct Loan Master Promissory Note www.studentaid.gov/mpn Loan Entrance Counseling www.studentaid.gov/entrance-counseling/ Modular Aid Form www.albertus.edu/netpartner Verification Documents (as required) Not applying for financial aid – Please make arrangements with our Bursar’s Office – 203.786.3025
Transcripts Must Be Sent To:
Albertus Magnus College
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ATTN: Jackie Patron
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Select: Admissions Department. Requires an email? Enter: jcpatron@albertus.edu - Class Selection / Registration
Submit Immunization Form or Titer Test Results Meeting with Academic Adviser Review Credit Evaluations and Create plan of study
* All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher. For instance, even if an applicant has a cumulative GPA of 3.0, they would not meet the admission requirements if any of their prerequisite courses have a GPA below 2.0.
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The Albertus Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Mission Statement
In accordance with the mission of Albertus Magnus College, the nursing program is committed to assisting students in the development of ethical values, a spirit of intellectual inquiry, openness to the search for truth, and readiness to serve others.
The mission of Albertus Magnus College is to provide individuals with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application. Founded by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, Albertus Magnus College, faithful to its Catholic heritage and the Judeo-Christian tradition, remains dedicated to providing an opportunity for learning, which responds to the academic needs and ethical challenges of its students and society.