Gulf Coast State College

Program Snapshot

Academic CredentialBachelors

Total Credit Hours120

Average Time to Complete4 yrs.

Academic PathwayHealth Sciences

Advisor
Academic Program SpecialistAlyssa Evans
850.769.1551 ext. 3311
aevans@gulfcoast.edu

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ACCESS THE PROGRAM ROADMAP

RN to BSN

Take the Next Step Toward Nursing Leadership or Advanced Practice

Now that you've been working as a Registered Nurse (RN), you realize that you need a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) to be promoted at your job, to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner, nurse midwife or nurse anesthetist, or to take the next step toward becoming a nurse educator or nurse scientist (researcher). The RN to BSN degree program is one of four bachelor degree programs offered at Gulf Coast State College in Panama City, Florida, and prepares RNs for management positions and entry into nursing graduate programs. Getting your bachelor’s degree in nursing is the next step to fast-track your career!

The Gulf Coast State College RN to BSN Student Handbook contains all program policies as well as curriculum information and Division of Health Sciences policies.

BSN Pinning Fall 2014- 1st Class

Class-2015

Awards-Spring 2016

Boots Chitwood DeRamus Memorial Scholarship

Clinicals at "Arc of the Bay"

Cassy

Clinical in Holmes County

Health Fair with GCSC Athletes

The GCSC RN-BSN Program was granted national accreditation for a period of 10 years effective October 16, 2019 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

CCNE may be contacted at:

655 NW K Street, Suite 750
Washington, D.C. 20001
202.887.6791
ccneaccreditation.org

BSN Course Requirements

Communications Area

ENC1101, English I
ENC1102, English II

Humanities Area

Visual & Performing Arts
Philosophy/Religion
Literature

Mathematics Area

STA2023, Statistics
Approved College-level Math (MAC/MGF)

Natural Sciences Area

CHM1032, General, Organic, Biochemistry or higher level chemistry (CHM 1040 & 1045 are acceptable)
BSC2085, Anatomy and Physiology

Social Sciences Area

PSY2012 or SYG2000, Psychology/Sociology
EUH1000 or 1001, Western Civilization
POS2041, American National Government

Associate Degree/Diploma in Nursing

48 hours

Core Courses

NUR3069, Advanced Health Assessment
NUR3119, Nursing Concepts and Theories
NUR3128, Pathophysiology
NUR3167, Research Process for Professional Nursing
NUR3895, Teaching and Learning for the Healthcare Professional
NUR3636C, Community Health
NUR3925, Symposium I
NUR4655, Multicultural Factors in Health
NUR4827C, Leadership and Management
NUR4925, Symposium II
NUR4837, Health Care Policy and Economics
NUR4847, Clinical Decision Making
NUR4945C, Nursing Capstone Practicum

What can you do with a BSN?

What jobs can you get with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing?

Medical-surgical nurse
Critical care/ICU nurse
Emergency room nurse
Labor and delivery nurse
Operating room nurse/perioperative or scrub nurse

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
University of Miami
Florida State University

Why Choose GCSC to Earn Your Degree?

Our nursing programs have clinical site agreements with local hospitals and rehabilitation centers in the area, including Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center and Bay Medical Sacred Heart. Our nursing faculty care deeply about your career success and will help you along the way. They are your advocates, and after graduation, your professional colleagues. You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.

Who is Eligible for the RN to BSN Nursing Degree Program?

If you are a practicing Registered Nurse with an associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited school, you are a candidate for Gulf Coast’s RN to BSN program. If you are a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or certified nursing assistant (CNA), you’ll need to complete an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) and become licensed as a registered nurse before applying to the RN to BSN program. Gulf Coast’s LPN to ADN articulation program has traditional and weekend nursing program options to help you transition.

"Ariel Kemp, BSN, RN; Nicki Lanford, BSN, RN; & Amy Miller, BSN, RN- winners of the Outstanding Clinical Project Award for demonstrating leadership skills while impacting their community and potentially saving lives. " – Winners of the Outstanding Clinical Project Award!

Ariel Kemp, BSN, RN; Nicki Lanford, BSN, RN; & Amy Miller

BSN Student

$4,384

BSN classes

Cost of all BSN classes

75%

doctorally prepared faculty

Most nursing faculty have PHD degrees

25:1

small class size

Maximum Class Size

Are you ready to get Started ?

How to apply to the RN to BSN Nursing Program

In addition to the general application, you will need to review the application packet for the RN to BSN program. The packet includes a complete list of admission requirements and prerequisite course requirements.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

The application process is competitive, please contact the program coordinator, to find out how to increase your chances for admission to the RN to BSN degree program.

Apply to Gulf Coast

Complete the BSN Application

Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships

There are many options available to help you pay for college. Find out more about scholarships and financial aid at Gulf Coast State College.

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