About Nursing - RN to BSN at CSUSB
If you’re a registered nurse (RN) in California and ready to take the next step in your career, CSUSB’s RN to BSN program is designed for you. This bridge program is also open to students in collaborative programs at affiliated community colleges, making it a flexible option for advancing your education.
The hybrid format combines online learning with traditional classroom instruction, so you can balance school with your professional and personal commitments. You’ll also complete two clinical rotations at pre-arranged community or hospital sites, giving you valuable hands-on experience.
Learn more about RN to BSN admission requirements, prerequisite courses, and upcoming virtual information sessions to see how CSUSB can help you reach your goals.
Careers in Nursing - RN to BSN
Registered nurses are in high demand, with job growth projected to be faster than average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Earning your BSN can open doors to more opportunities, whether you want to specialize in areas like emergency care, labor and delivery, oncology, neonatal intensive care, pediatrics, public health, cardiac or critical care, or psychiatry.
With a BSN, you’ll also be well-prepared to continue your education and pursue advanced roles such as nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, nurse midwife, researcher, administrator, or educator. At CSUSB, your degree is more than a credential—it’s a pathway to greater impact in the nursing profession.
Sample Courses
Role Transition to Professional Nursing Practice
Focus is on the roles of the professional nurse as advocate, educator, provider and coordinator of care.
Patient Education, Health Promotion and Care Coordination
Explores effects of developmental, motivational, and sociocultural factors on health behavior change.
Nursing Leadership
The role of the nurse manager as leader and change agent in the delivery of care to patient groups, populations and communities within complex and diverse health care settings.
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Opportunities for Students
As an RN to BSN student at CSUSB, you’ll have access to the same wide range of resources designed to help you succeed. From academic advising and counseling to career development services, you’ll find support at every step. The Department of Nursing also provides a detailed Bachelor of Science in Nursing Student Handbook, where you can learn more about courses, faculty, academic policies, and opportunities to get involved. You’ll even find information on student organizations and activities that connect you with peers and the broader CSUSB nursing community.
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