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The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a four year academic degree in the science and principles of nursing, granted by a tertiary education university or similarly accredited school. Though one is eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing examination to become a registered nurse after graduating from either a two year program with an Associate's Degree (ADN) or from a four-year nursing program with a BSN, the BSN prepares nurses for a professional role away from the bedside with coursework in nursing science, research, leadership, and nursing informatics.

[edit] External links

• NLNAC - National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission - Accrediting body "responsible for the specialized accreditation of nursing education programs, both post-secondary and higher degree (Master’s Degree, Baccalaureate Degree, Associate Degree, Diploma, and Practical Nursing program)."
• CCNE - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education - Accrediting body that "ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs preparing effective nurses.

[edit] See also

• Master of Science in Nursing
• Doctor of Nursing Science
• Nurse education
• Nursing school

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