BSc in Nursing (RN - BSN) in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge

The Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program aims to cultivate nursing professionals capable of leadership across diverse practice areas by expanding their existing knowledge and skills. This bachelor's degree equips nurses to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other healthcare professionals in various settings, addressing society's evolving healthcare demands. The curriculum is structured to complement community college programs, offering licensed RNs with associate degrees (or equivalent qualifications) a pathway to complete their baccalaureate education. This RN-to-BSN pathway specifically aligns with community college curricula while serving as a degree completion option. The BSN program focuses on professional nursing practice, particularly developing care systems for individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations requiring nursing support for self-care or dependent-care needs. Designed for state-licensed RNs pursuing educational advancement, this baccalaureate program prepares nurses for professional practice across multiple healthcare environments with diverse patient populations. Students can expand their liberal arts education through upper-level General Education and elective courses while nursing coursework deepens their understanding of human development, assessment techniques, nursing theories, ethical considerations, contemporary nursing challenges, community health, leadership, and research methodologies.