University of Michigan School of Nursing

Accelerated Second Career BSN Program

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Overview

The University of Michigan School of Nursing currently offers an accelerated BS in Nursing -- referred to as our Second Career Program (SCP) -- that is specifically designed for bright and motivated candidates who already have a bachelor's (BA,BS, BGS) or higher advanced degree and want to make a career shift into the dynamic and growing field of nursing. Because of its accelerated format, the SCP relies on an intensive, full time, and innovative curriculum: in 12 months, through rigorous coursework and clinical practice at a variety of locations including the  University of Michigan Health System -- one of the nation's largest health science centers --, Second Career Program graduates complete a BSN degree and prepare for the Registered Nurse NCLEX licensing exam, positioning them to enter the nursing profession with superior training and highly-regarded credentials.
 
The Second Career Program is currently a 12 month program; however, there may be a new curriculum in place beginning September 2012. The new Second Career Program will be designed for students who want to pursue a master’s degree in nursing. The curriculum will provide a BSN after 16 months of undergraduate clinical nursing courses and an intensive clinical experience. Students will move quickly into master’s degree courses.
 
See application requirements for more information about eligibility and the admission process.
 

Second Career Alumni Mentoring Program (SCAMP)

In collaboration with the Alumni Society, the School of Nursing has developed a Second Career Alumni Mentoring Program (SCAMP) which provides Second Career nursing students the opportunity to work with alumni mentors who can help support and facilitate their entry into the nursing profession. Learn more about the program and the role of mentors at the Alumni Society webpage.

 

Second Career Program Curriculum

Course Number
                  Course Name
Course Credits

Fall Term

Assessment of Health and Illness Throughout the Lifespan (Weeks 1-10)
4
Maintaining and Restoring Health (Weeks 1-10)
7
Maternity and Reproductive Health (Weeks 11-15)
6

Winter Term

Evidence-Based Practice (Weeks 1-15)
2
Acute Care of Patients and Families Across the Lifespan (Weeks 1-10)
6
Adult/Elderly and Their Families (Weeks 1-10)
3
Infant, Child, Adolescent and Their Families (Weeks 1-10)
3
Care of Individuals and Families with Complex Needs
6

Spring/Summer Term

Community Care Nursing (Weeks 1-10)
6
Mental Health and Illness Across the Lifespan (Weeks 1-10)
6
Leadership and Management (Weeks 11-15)
5
Transition to Professional Nursing (Weeks 11-15)
3
Total Credits = 57
See current and past semesters' schedule of courses.