School of Nursing Degree Programs
Baccalaureate Nursing Program
The Grambling State University School of Nursing is growing the best in healthcare providers through cutting edge education. From our prenursing program and new Bachelor of Science in Nursing to graduate education and research, our students, faculty, and alumni are helping shape one of America’s most important health professions.
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Pre Nursing Program (Undergraduate) | Pre-Nursing Info Sheet | Pre-Nursing Curriculum
Get the core training you need to succeed on your path to becoming a nurse. Through 60 credit hours of study and access to some of Louisiana’s premier working professionals. Our two-year curriculum focuses on preparing both full- and part-time nursing students with the foundational knowledge and skill to succeed in the classroom, at testing, and at work.
Curriculum Overview:
- 60 credit hours
- Core Coursework in English, History, Psychology, Public Speaking, & More
- Subject Matter Coursework in Biology, Nutrition, Chemistry, Physiology, & More
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BSN Nursing Program | BSN Info Sheet | BSN Curriculum | Application Packet
Through 120 credit hours of study and access to some of Louisiana’s premier working professionals, get the information you need to succeed on your path.
Curriculum Overview:
- 120 credit hours
- Pre-nursing coursework and requirements
- Subject Matter study In Adult Health, Nursing Practice, Community Health, Management & more
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RN-BSN, Post-Licensure Track | RN-BSN Info Sheet | RN-BSN Curriculum
Take your career to the next level. In as little as three semesters, GSU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN-BSN offering can position you for long-term career success. For those meeting the requirements, with only 30 credit hours Registered Nurses can reach the education milestone that unlocks their next opportunity
Curriculum Overview:
- 120 credit hours
- Pre-nursing coursework and requirements
- Subject Matter study In Adult Health, Nursing Practice, Community Health, Management
& more
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Student Handbook
Graduate Nursing Program
The mission of the Graduate Nursing Program is to provide advanced knowledge, intellectual skills, and clinical competencies for specialization in nursing practice.
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Family Nurse Practitioner Program
The Family Nurse Practitioner Program is a 21 month (or five semester) course of full time study, requiring 43 graduate credit hours for completion of a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Classroom activities occur on campus on Mondays each week; planned clinical experiences may occur in the learner’s geographic area. The mission of the FNP Program is to prepare graduates to deliver primary health care to individuals, families, and aggregates with a particular focus on the promotion of wellness and disease prevention for clients in underserved rural and community areas.
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program
The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program is a 21 month (five semester) course of full time study, requiring 43 graduate credit hours for completion of a Master of Science in Nursing degree. The mission of the PNP Program is to prepare graduates to deliver primary health care in school based clinics, private pediatric practices and public health pediatric practice sites across the state to provide quality health interventions for infants, toddlers, school aged children and adolescents.
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Nurse Educator Program
The Nurse Educator program is a full time, 21 month curriculum leading to a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Classes occur one day per week with online class activities as well. NE students may choose their clinical focus for either Adult/Geriatric or Maternal/Child Health nursing.
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Post Master’s Certificate Programs
Post master’s certificate programs are available for applicants who hold an earned master’s degree in nursing and desire to pursue education leading to an advanced practice nursing role.
- Post-Master’s Certificate (FNP)
- Post Certification Family Nurse Practitioner Programs - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) to Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Post-Certification FNP Program (Fast Track) - Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Post-Certification FNP Program (Fast Track) - Women’s Health Practitioner (WHNP) to Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
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Student Handbook
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