RN to BSN programs in Pa

Alvernia's RN to BSN Completion Program

Flexibility for Your Future

Alvernia's RN to BSN programs in Pa prepare you to integrate values, skills, knowledge and ethical standards of the nursing profession into your nursing practice.

Designed for RN's who are graduates of diploma or associate degree nursing programs, or new graduates who anticipate taking the NCLEX-RN exam.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is widely considered a standard requirement for RN's seeking broader professional responsibilities and career opportunities.
You'll develop and enhance your expertise to provide healthcare to people at any age, families and communities.
Alvernia is a transfer-friendly university. Many RN students transfer to Alvernia because we make it easy for you to become part of the Alvernia community, and we work with you to make your transfer a smooth process.
Our RN to BSN Completion program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Career Opportunities

Alvernia's Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree gives you the skills for many, varied positions, including:

Staff nursing for a hospital, physician office, rehab center, hospice or psychiatric facility.
Community nursing in a public health department or agency, hospital outpatient department or home health service.
International nursing (military, government agency, private organization, international business or mission service)
Self-employed nursing practitioner with a physician group, HMO, public health agency, and industry.
Long-term care nursing
Government nursing

Your BSN also provides the foundation to pursue an advanced degree and specialize in areas such nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, and nurse midwife, as well undertake nursing education or research at a teaching hospital, wellness center, vocational program, or a college or university. No matter what your aspirations and dreams, we'll give you the tools and support to help your career thrive.

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Connect with our Alvernia admissions coordinator about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

The Alvernia Advantage:

Affordable. Alvernia offers a quality education at a cost you can afford. You'll find that our Student Financial Planning Office will help make your tuition more affordable.

Flexible. Getting your BSN fits into your family and work schedules. Nursing courses are scheduled throughout the year in a blended format and are primarily offered in an eight-week term, allowing you to move through the program at a faster pace.

Attainable. Alvernia gives you an opportunity for learning that fits your life with plenty of academic choices and learning format flexibility at our convenient location in Reading.