A New Way to Earn Your Nursing Degree at Excelsior University
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The Bachelor of Science in Nursing prelicensure program is designed for individuals with little to no health care experience, including recent high school graduates and adults seeking a new career path in nursing. Excelsior University’s hybrid bachelor’s degree program offers hands-on education for those entering the nursing profession for the first time.
The Excelsior University School of Nursing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Today represents the ideal opportunity for nursing students to begin their education at Excelsior University’s site in St. Petersburg, Florida, which now offers a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The newly opened location will provide convenient access to our Bachelor of Science in Nursing prelicensure program for students looking to start their health care journey or advance their education. Excelsior University St. Petersburg enables students to experience the University’s innovative hybrid nursing curriculum, with online learning complemented by on-site lab practice and hands-on clinical training in local health care facilities.
What Will the Hybrid Nursing Program Experience Look Like?
The hybrid BS in Nursing program at Excelsior’s St. Petersburg location combines online learning with practical in-person training. This program is designed to offer the flexibility students need while providing a structured pathway into nursing.
Students begin their education online, allowing them to study on their own schedule through asynchronous coursework. As part of the hybrid format, students move seamlessly from theoretical knowledge to practical application through hands-on lab exercises and in-person simulation learning—with experienced nursing faculty on-site in St. Petersburg to support their learning—as well as through supervised clinical experiences in partnered health care facilities. Excelsior’s combination of online coursework and in-person training offers collaborative, hands-on learning and individualized faculty support that equips students with the skills and confidence that make graduates highly competitive in the nursing profession.
What Will You Learn in Excelsior’s Hybrid BS in Nursing Program?
Excelsior University’s prelicensure teaches students to practice nursing in real-world settings while helping them succeed on the registered nurse licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN. The curriculum teaches students evidence-based nursing practices, clinical decision-making, and teamwork skills, which are vital for nursing practice in the 21st century. Through study in areas such as anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and patient safety, students learn to integrate critical thinking and communication skills guided by the nursing process.
The curriculum focuses on delivering complete patient care through various nursing approaches that serve different patient groups, including women, children, mental health patients, and community populations. Students develop their clinical skills through simulation-based training, which provides a safe environment to practice, make mistakes, and apply learned concepts before and alongside hands-on clinical experiences with real patients. The program teaches students to become proficient in NCLEX-RN exam preparation while they learn to transition into their first nursing position after graduation.
Can I Get into This Nursing Program with No Medical Experience?
Excelsior University’s hybrid prelicensure BS in Nursing program welcomes students who have little to no health care experience but want to begin a career in nursing. The program enables individuals from diverse professional backgrounds to enter the field, whether they’re pursuing nursing as a first profession or as a second career.
The prelicensure program enables students to earn their nursing degree and sit for the NCLEX-RN through a modern curriculum pathway. Students receive the knowledge, skills, and professional values needed to prepare for practice as a bachelor’s-prepared registered nurse. Excelsior University supports students at every stage of their journey through a comprehensive range of services, which include admission support, individual academic advising, and NCLEX test preparation.
Why Choose Excelsior to Earn Your BS in Nursing?
Excelsior University has maintained its position as a nursing education leader for more than 50 years through its dedication to modern learning methods and adaptable programs that support student achievement. The University’s hybrid learning approach to its St. Petersburg nursing program provides the flexibility of online learning as well as confidence-building in-person instruction and the invaluable hands-on experience that employers seek. And we’re proud to say Excelsior supports students through their entire educational journey, from admission through their first day on the job.
Ready to Take the Next Step Toward Your New Nursing Career?
Join a new generation of nurses with Excelsior University’s hybrid BS in Nursing program in St. Petersburg, Florida. Regardless of how much health care experience you have, our expert faculty and support team are committed to guiding you every step of the way—from your first course to NCLEX-RN preparation—ensuring you’re ready to enter the workforce with confidence.
Apply today and take your first step toward a meaningful new career in care.
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