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Associate of Science in Nursing Degree

Earn your ASN at SBU-Springfield

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The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree is a two-year program that prepares you to practice as a registered nurse in a variety of health care settings. You will graduate with an associate’s degree, preparing you for the NCLEX-RN to become a Registered Nurse (RN). The ASN education program provides foundational nursing knowledge and skills to prepare you for your career in nursing.

Completion of the nursing associate's program does not guarantee eligibility to take the licensure examination.

Other programs available for those that qualify include the LPN and Paramedic Bridge programs for those currently possessing a Missouri license, transfer admissions from other accredited nursing programs, and concurrent enrollment in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree completion program.

General education and prerequisite courses are offered on the Springfield campus, so you may begin your nursing degree program on the Bolivar or Springfield campuses. The University offers a science incentive program to pre-nursing students. If you take the prerequisite science coursework through SBU, you can earn up to $500 per semester of tuition credit toward your ASN degree for up to four semesters.

The ASN degree is offered through SBU's College of Health Professions.

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SBU's College of Health Professions offers an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree on our campus in Springfield, Mo. We also offer an RN-bridge program on our campus in Salem, Mo., for students who already have an LPN or paramedic license.

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Springfield Campus

RN Bridge Program

98%
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(hired as an ASN-prepared nurse at the time of graduation)

ASN Program Outcomes (PDF)

ASN Student Learning Outcomes (PDF)

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The SBU Advantage

  • Be equipped for a lifetime of success by a school that is committed to doing what it takes to help you graduate and succeed.
  • Receive a high-quality, Christian higher education in partnership with a nationally recognized healthcare system, Mercy Health System.
  • Further your education while remaining active in the workforce through afternoon and evening classes that work with your schedule.
  • Benefit from small class sizes that provide opportunities for individualized instruction, academic guidance and networking.

Faith Integration

Southwest Baptist University is a Christ-centered university and is committed to the integration of faith and academics in all programs and degrees. Class discussions include open dialogue about how faith impacts the academic discipline. Students are encouraged to consider their own faith and how they will incorporate their faith in their chosen career paths. SBU's goal is to produce academically qualified career professionals who are also servant leaders in today's global society.

Admissions Information

To be admitted to the SBU Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree program, please complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an application for admission to Southwest Baptist University. Indicate that you plan to attend the Springfield campus. You will be required to create a MyBearcat account.
  2. Request official transcripts. For high school students and college students with less than 12 hours of credit, submit official high school transcript and ACT/SAT/CLT scores, along with any college, university or training school official transcripts. For transfer students with 12 hours or more of college credit, please submit official transcripts from all colleges, universities and training programs attended.
  3. Verify receipt of application and all transcripts listed on application with the Admissions Office. Be sure transcripts are updated upon completion of each semester and show in-progress courses.
  4. For questions, please contact an admissions office representative at the Springfield campus by calling (417) 447-8670.

Admissions Requirements

In addition to completing the admissions checklist above, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7+ or prerequisite GPA of 2.7+ to meet program admission criteria.

Effective Fall 2022, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5+ or a prerequisite GPA of 2.5+ to meet admissions criteria.

Admission testing may be required.

Course Transfer Equivalency

Southwest Baptist University maintains a current database of course transfer equivalencies from hundreds of accredited colleges and universities. Students are welcome to search for and find course equivalents for prerequisite courses and program requirements within the College of Health Professions degree programs.

Prerequisite Courses

Chemistry for Allied Health (4 credit hours, with lab) or Principles of Chemistry (4 credit hours, with lab)
Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credit hours, with lab)
Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credit hours, with lab)
Microbiology (minimum 3 credit hours with lab)

Contact Information

Beth McDaniel
Springfield Campus Admissions
(417) 447-8670
bmcdaniel@SBUniv.edu 

Full-Time Faculty


Savana Ayers, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Terri Briggs

Terri Briggs, M.S.N., Instructor
Suzanne Givens

Suzanne Givens, M.S.N., Instructor
Camille Kochs

Camille Kochs, M.S.N., Instructor
Shannon McKinzie

Shannon McKinzie, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Jodie Snider

Jodie Snider, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Sherri Young

Sherri Young, M.S.N., Instructor
Cindy Beasley

Cindy Beasley, M.S.N., Instructor
Kimberly Burks

Kimberly Burks, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Tami Glessner

Tami Glessner, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Rachel Kopsas

Rachel Kopsas, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Kelly Paulie

Kelly Paulie, M.S.N., Instructor

Debbie Stoughton, B.S.N., Instructor
Tamara Boyd

Tamara Boyd, M.S.N., Instructor
Kristi Burks

Kristi Burks, D.N.P., Assistant Professor
Andrea Gramling

Andrea Gramling, M.S.N., Instructor
Renay McCarley

Renay McCarley, D.N.P., Division Head
Cindy Reed

Cindy Reed, M.S.N., Instructor

Cassandra Trippe, B.S.N., Instructor

  Associate of Science in Nursing Course Plan

Prerequisites

BIO 2204* Anatomy & Physiology I 4
BIO 2213 Microbiology 3
BIO 3304 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
CHE 1004 Chemistry for Allied Health or 4
CHE 1104 Principles of Chemistry 4
Total hours 15

 (*) BIO 1104 General Biology prerequisite for BIO 2204 or ACT of 24 in Science Reasoning 

Year 1

First Semester

NUR 1018 Foundations of Safe Nursing Practice Across the Lifespan 8
NUR 1011 Pharmacology for Nursing I 1
PSY 1013 General Psychology 3
UNI 1111 University Seminar 1
UNI 1121 Introduction to Critical Thinking 1
Total hours 14

Second Semester

NUR 1028 Patient Centered Care 8
NUR 1021 Pharmacology for Nursing II 1
ENG 1113 English Composition I 3
PSY 3063 Human Growth and Development 3
Total hours 15
 

Year 2

Third Semester

NUR 2038 Advanced Patient Centered Care 8
NUR 2031 Pharmacology for Nursing III 1
BIB 1013 Old Testament History 3
Total hours 12

Fourth Semester

NUR 2048 Nursing Role Integration 8
NUR 2052 NCLEX Preparation 2
BIB 1023 New Testament History 3
BIO 2243 Nutrition 3
Total hours 16

This is a proposed guideline. Please check the catalog and see your advisor for your final degree requirements. Southwest Baptist University reserves the right to make changes to degree plans without advanced notice or obligation.
The student is responsible for understanding and completing all general education, degree, departmental and graduation requirements.

Download in PDF format:
Nursing (Associate's) Plan (PDF)