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Nursing
PN to BSN Pathway
Unlock New Opportunities For Your Nursing Career.
Earn a $5,000 scholarship, and transfer up to 15 credits toward your BSN.
As a student of Brookline’s Practical Nursing program, your healthcare career is off to a great start. And now, you can take your skills and education to the next level with our direct PN to BSN pathway, available exclusively to graduates of Brookline’s PN program.
It’s the fast, easy, and affordable way to increase your earning potential and open up even more career opportunities—whether you’re a current student or a previous graduate.
Why earn your BSN with Brookline?
Accelerated Program
Our BSN program can be completed in 3 years compared to the traditional 4 years.
Save Money
$5,000 scholarships available to all Brookline PN graduates
Hassle-Free Transfer Credits
Block transfer up to 15 credits from your PN diploma towards your BSN degree
CCNE Accredited Program
Nationally recognized, top-quality nursing education
VR Labs
Industry-leading learning technology to sharpen your skills
Nursing Pathways
Many nursing careers offer the chance to make a great living. However, completing your BSN and becoming a registered nurse is one of the best ways to maximize your earning potential and open up more employment opportunities, including specialized roles and leadership positions.
Earning Potential
Investing in your education by getting a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) can pay dividends for your future as there is greater earning potential for those with a BSN.
Employment Opportunities
Nurses at all levels can be employed in a variety of work environments, but the more training and education you have, the more opportunities are available.
CNAs
work in various healthcare settings, including:
- Extended care facilities
- Hospitals
- Doctor’s offices
- Private homes
LPN/LVNs
work in various healthcare settings, including:
- Extended care facilities
- Hospitals
- Doctor’s offices
- Private homes
RNs
work in various healthcare settings, including:
- Doctor’s offices
- Home Healthcare
- Outpatient care centers
RNs with BSN
are qualified to specialize in areas such as:
- Department supervision
- Research and teaching
- ICU and surgery
- Pediatrics
- Palliative Care
What credits can I transfer?
You can transfer up to 15 credits from your PN studies to your BSN program, without the stress or hassle of wondering if your courses will transfer between schools.
Eligible BSN courses include:
- BIO 200 Anatomy & Physiology I
- BIO 200L Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab
- BIO 215 Anatomy & Physiology II
- BIO 215L Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab
- NRG 225 Fundamentals of Human Caring & Nursing I
- NRG 225C Fundamentals of Human Caring & Nursing I with Clinical
- NRG 230 Fundamentals of Human Caring & Nursing II
How do I enroll and claim my scholarship?
Any Brookline PN graduate is eligible for the $5,000 scholarship, and no special application process is required beyond the standard forms and documents.
To enroll in the PN to BSN Pathway:
- You must be a graduate of Brookline’s PN program
- You must take and pass the TEAS exam
- Scholarship is applied in equal amounts to your final 2 semesters
- Scholarship is a flat amount, and not tied to any credit hours
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Contact the admissions office at (505) 217-1531, and one of our advisors will be in touch.
