Nursing Program Options
Associate Degree Nursing (RN) – Upon successful completion of the ADN program, the student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Practical Nursing (PN) – Upon successful completion of the PN program or after completion of the third semester of the ADN program, the student is awarded a certificate in Practical Nursing.
Career Mobility Nursing (LPN/Paramedic to RN) - Upon successful completion of a PN or Paramedic Program and secured unencumbered licensure, the student may apply for the Career Mobility program. After successful completion of the NUR209 and above curriculum, the student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Transfer LPN to RN Nursing (ACCS PN to RN) - Upon successful completion of a Alabama Community College System (ACCS) PN Program and secured unencumbered licensure within the 12-month transfer window; the student may apply for the LPN to RN Transfer program. After successful completion of the program curriculum, the student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Licensure and NCLEX – Upon successful completion of the program of studies in either the Associate Degree or Practical Nursing Programs, the graduate may be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination, upon approval by a state board of nursing.
*NEW* NURSING PROGRAM Application Deadline Dates
~FALL SEMESTER Admissions: Apply between March 15 - May 15
~SPRING SEMESTER Admissions: Apply between September 1 - October 31
Please refer to the Minimum Admissions Requirement document. The ACT is now required for all nursing program admissions. There is no expiration date on the ACT. The TEAS test is no longer accepted. Due to the fast-paced structure of the program, it is recommended that applicants take most of their General Education core courses prior to beginning the nursing coursework.
Nursing Program Reinstatement & Transfer Application Deadline Dates
~FALL SEMESTER: August 1 by 11:59pm
~SPRING SEMESTER: December 15 by 11:59pm
~SUMMER SEMESTER: May 8 by 11:59pm
If you are applying for reinstatement or as a transfer student, please complete the application below.
Resources
- Nursing Frequently Asked Questions
- eWithdrawal Form
- Minimum Admissions Requirement
- Essential Functions
- ADN Curriculum Plan
- PN Curriculum Plan
- Career Mobility Track I Curriculum Plan
- Career Mobility Track II Curriculum Plan
- Approved CPR and Advanced Cardiac Courses
- 2018 ACCS Nursing Program Guide
- Student Achievement Outcome Data
- Apply for Alabama Board of Nursing Licensure
- NCLEX Registration Code for:
- US78105300 PN BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Use if you were admitted as an RN student and will take the NCLEX-PN but are continuing with your ADN Program)
- US78407800 RN-ADN BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - ADN (Use if you are a graduating student in the Traditional 5 semester ADN program or the Career Mobility programs)
Accreditations
Bishop State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Bishop State Community College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Bishop State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).Statement of Disclosure
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS), RN Program, at Bishop State Community College at the Main Campus location in Mobile, AL is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326
Tel. (404) 975-5000
www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the AAS, RN Program is Continuing Accreditation for Good Cause. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.com/accr...
Approval
Bishop State’s Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Programs are approved by The Alabama Board of Nursing P.O. Box 303900 Montgomery, AL 36130 (800) 656-5318 www.abn.alabama.gov.