RN – BSN (Online)
Kentucky Christian University’s fully online RN-BSN program is known for providing high quality, student-centered teaching and learning practices that lead to the development of professional baccalaureate nurses. The program of study is structured to prepare nurses to flourish and advance in the ever-changing health care field and help propel practicing nurses into leadership roles.
Because the coursework is fully online, you have the freedom to complete it on your schedule. This program is perfect for the working registered nurse who desires to take his or her career to the next level. Our highly qualified and experienced faculty understand the complexity of incorporating school into your already busy life. We strive to serve the unique needs of each student ONE. CLASS. AT. A. TIME.
Program Highlights
- Course work is fully online and designed to immerse students in an interactive, supportive learning environment
- Learn from experienced, well-qualified faculty
- Small cohorts foster individualized educational experience
- Earn BSN in 18 months of study
- Complete clinical components in home community
- Integrate Christian faith into roles within nursing profession
- Develop skills to propel into leadership positions
- Prepare for pursuit of advanced nursing degrees
- Affordable tuition
Mission Statement
The mission of the Yancey School of Nursing is to equip students as liberally educated nurses in a Christ centered academic environment, with the values, core competencies, and core knowledge necessary to provide leadership and service for the nursing profession. A population focused health care approach emphasizing health promotion and maintenance serves as the foundation to prepare graduates to function independently as clinical decision makers in multiple health care settings and to pursue advanced professional education.
Additional Information
Student Outcomes
A Graduate Of Kentucky Christian University Yancey School Of Nursing Is:
- A caring and competent provider, designer, and coordinator of nursing care who demonstrates integrity, biblical values, and nondiscrimination in health promotion and illness management.
- A critical thinker who employs the nursing process and provides evidence based health care information to individuals, families, and communities empowering them to make informed choices and decisions.
- A caring and competent manager of nursing care in a variety of settings respecting the dignity and worth of each patient regardless of ethnic identity, race, gender, age, status, diagnosis, or ability to pay.
- An effective communicator who uses leadership skills to collaborate and partner with patients, families, communities, and other health care providers to promote wellness and effect social change for a healthy environment.
- A professional practitioner and lifelong learner who understands health care systems and health care policy, encouraging legislation and policy consistent with the advancement of nursing care and health care.
Admissions Process
very state has authority to regulate institutions offering education within the state’s boundaries, including online/distance learning. The need to seek state authorization for distance learning depends on a combination of the state’s laws and the activities that the program/institution is conducting in that state. KCU is committed to complying with all states’ regulations for distance learning programs. Students from outside the state of Kentucky should contact the program’s coordinator for specific information regarding state authorization in your state.
Linda Justice
Program Coordinator
606-474-3255
Admission Criteria
- Valid, non-restricted license as a registered nurse in a United States jurisdiction
- Cumulative college GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Two satisfactory references (1 from a direct supervisor and 1 personal)
Application Process
1. You can apply to KCU’s RN-BSN program HERE
2. Submit the following documents:
- Resume
- 2 references (1 from a direct supervisor and 1 personal)
- Official copies of transcripts from your high school and all colleges attended
3. Send all Admissions documents to:
Kentucky Christian University
ATTN: Admissions Department
100 Academic Parkway
Grayson, KY 41143
Application Deadlines
Fall Start
Priority: March 1, 2022
Final Application: July 1, 2022
* Complete indicates all required documentation and the online application have been received
FAQs
Below is a list of commonly asked questions among students and their families. If you cannot find the answer to your question among those listed below, please feel free to contact us at 1(606)-474-3255.
Q: How many credit hours is the RN-BSN program?
- The RN-BSN program is 36 credit hours. To graduate with a BSN, students must complete a total of 120 credit hours. This includes all KCU registrar approved courses transferred to KCU from accredited institutions.
Q: What electives are required?
- No specific prerequisites are required. Students must complete the Arts & Sciences core, the RN-BSN program of study, and have a total of 120 credit hours. Most students need a history elective and/or a humanities/fine arts prerequisites to complete the Arts & Sciences core.
Q: If I need to complete electives, will they be available online through KCU?
- Yes, KCU will provide an online option for completion of elective hours.
Q: Are there program components that require a visit to campus?
- No, the program is fully online. While students are welcome to visit us on campus, all aspects of the program including registration, academic advising, clinical activities, bookstore purchases, and bill payments can be completed online.
Q: Do any of the courses have a clinical component?
- Yes, three of the courses have clinical components. The clinical requirements are fulfilled independently by students in their home communities.
Q: Do any of the courses have scheduled times when I have to be available online?
- No, the program is designed in an asynchronous format. The courses all have established deadlines for assignments and projects. The student completes assignments at a time convenient for him or her.
Q: What are the costs?
- Refer to the Program Costs page
Q: I have never taken online classes. Is there technology assistance available for me?
- Yes, the program is designed to gradually introduce students into various types of technology that are incorporated into the courses. The University provides technology support and a distance education librarian is embedded in all online course sites.
Q: How long does the program take to complete?
- The program is usually 18 months of study over a two year period. Courses are offered during the fall, spring, and summer semesters with scheduled breaks throughout the program.
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 120
Composition I
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and death and dying.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Math Elective
Science Elective: A&P I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Social Science: Intro to Psychology
This introduction to psychology deals with the biological bases for behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation and emotion, personality theories, psychopathology and treatment, and social psychology. Offered every fall.
Theology of Wellness
This theology seminar develops a Biblical/theological anthropology to provide a framework for the human services areas, including counseling, ministry, and nursing. Issues of human/spiritual identity as created in God’s image, development, pain and suffering, death and dying, relationships and the healing process. Love, faith, sin, forgiveness, and reconciliation are discussed reflecting the most recent research on the interconnections for healing with the awareness of and response to both the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals. (Pre or corequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
Composition I
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Developmental Psychology
The study of life span human development, with special concern for the genetic and environmental factors which influence the mental, emotional, and moral development of a person. Each of the following stages of lifespan development are included in this study: prenatal development and birth, infancy, early childhood, middle and late childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and death and dying.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Math Elective
Science Elective: A&P I
This course is a study of the structures, functions, and integrating processes of the human body. Topics of study include basic chemistry concepts, anatomical terminology, cell biology, histology, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, genetics, the reproductive systems, the digestive system, and the urinary system. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: Minimum ACT 21, TEAS Exam score of higher than 60%, or instructor’s consent.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Social Science: Intro to Psychology
This introduction to psychology deals with the biological bases for behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation and emotion, personality theories, psychopathology and treatment, and social psychology. Offered every fall.
Theology of Wellness
This theology seminar develops a Biblical/theological anthropology to provide a framework for the human services areas, including counseling, ministry, and nursing. Issues of human/spiritual identity as created in God’s image, development, pain and suffering, death and dying, relationships and the healing process. Love, faith, sin, forgiveness, and reconciliation are discussed reflecting the most recent research on the interconnections for healing with the awareness of and response to both the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals. (Pre or corequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Ethics and Medicine (or BIO 454)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 60 hours)
Theology of Wellness
This theology seminar develops a Biblical/theological anthropology to provide a framework for the human services areas, including counseling, ministry, and nursing. Issues of human/spiritual identity as created in God’s image, development, pain and suffering, death and dying, relationships and the healing process. Love, faith, sin, forgiveness, and reconciliation are discussed reflecting the most recent research on the interconnections for healing with the awareness of and response to both the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals. (Pre or corequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Ethics and Medicine (or BIO 454)
This course examines the theological and moral implications of the status of human persons as beings created in the image of God as implicated in ethical reflection related to the practice of medicine and related to the rise and proliferation of varied social applications of biotechnology. (Prerequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110, and 60 hours)
Theology of Wellness
This theology seminar develops a Biblical/theological anthropology to provide a framework for the human services areas, including counseling, ministry, and nursing. Issues of human/spiritual identity as created in God’s image, development, pain and suffering, death and dying, relationships and the healing process. Love, faith, sin, forgiveness, and reconciliation are discussed reflecting the most recent research on the interconnections for healing with the awareness of and response to both the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals. (Pre or corequisites: BOT 110, BNT 110 and 60 hours.)
A&P II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Application of Prof. Practice Concepts
The capstone course integrates new knowledge to develop the role of the baccalaureate nurse. Emphasizing caring as the spiritual core of nursing from a Christian world view, students will apply professional nursing concepts. Students will apply these concepts through interprofessional collaboration culminating in a capstone project. This population-focused project may be presented in a variety of formats. (3 hours of class per week and 6 hours of clinical per week).
Community Health Nursing
This course provides an introduction to the theories, principles, practices, and research relating to issues in the delivery of health care to a community and the environment of the community. The nursing process and caring relationship are emphasized, while collaborating and partnering with other health care providers to empower individuals, families, and communities to effect change. (Prerequisites: NUR 309, NUR 330, or admission to the RNBSN program. 90 clinical contact hours.)
Health Assessment/Clinical Prevention
This course focuses on health assessment of individuals and promotion of healthy lifestyles. Students will develop skills for obtaining health histories and performing physical examinations as well as strategies for healthy living. Functional health patterns are explored from a caring perspective. (Prerequisites: Admission to Yancey School of Nursing) 3 hours of class and 3 hours of lab/clinical per week. Offered every fall.
Improving Nursing Practice with Tech
This course is designed to build on existing nursing practice by introducing nursing as a healing ministry based on the example of Jesus Christ. Theories and concepts of the nursing profession are explored with an emphasis on caring as the spiritual core of nursing practice. Using the nursing process, students begin the transition to professional nursing practice, as it relates to moral and ethical decision-making. (2 hours of class/week) Prerequisite: Admission to the RN-BSN program)
Intro to Nursing Research
This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of the research process and problem-solving method. Examination of selected nursing research for applicability to clinical practice is included. Critical analysis of nursing research studies for application to practice is emphasized. (Prerequisite: MAT 302)
Intro to Online Learning
This course provides distance students with an introduction to the online learning environment. Students will acquire skills for success as a distance learner. An overview of university culture, academic expectations, and available academic and student support services are presented.
Intro to Statistics
This course is not part of the math secondary teacher education major. An introduction to quantitative methods in social science research. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, and parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics. (Prerequisite: MAT 213, 220, 231, or instructor consent. Same as HCP 222, BUS 292. Offered Every Semester)
Nursing Leadership and Prof. Practice
This course focuses on leadership roles in practice and critical examination of current and emerging trends and issues in nursing and health care. Leadership theories and models of planned change and decision-making are presented. Lifelong learning and how to find and use health information are discussed. Management roles and functions are addressed (4 hours of class per week).
Transition to Professional Practice
This course is designed to build on existing nursing practice by introducing nursing as a healing ministry based on the example of Jesus Christ. The theories and concepts of the nursing profession are explored with an emphasis on caring as the spiritual core of nursing practice. Students build on existing knowledge and skills in using the nursing process as it relates to moral and ethical decision-making. (Prerequisites: Admission to Yancey School Nursing RNBSN program)
A&P II
This course is a continuation of BIO 113. Topics of study include medical terminology, endocrinology, the nervous system, embryology, the cardiovascular system, immunity, respiration, and electrolyte and water balance. An emphasis will be placed on the interaction among all systems in maintaining homeostasis. Offered every spring (Prerequisite: BIO 113 with a grade of C or higher or instructor’s consent.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Application of Prof. Practice Concepts
The capstone course integrates new knowledge to develop the role of the baccalaureate nurse. Emphasizing caring as the spiritual core of nursing from a Christian world view, students will apply professional nursing concepts. Students will apply these concepts through interprofessional collaboration culminating in a capstone project. This population-focused project may be presented in a variety of formats. (3 hours of class per week and 6 hours of clinical per week).
Community Health Nursing
This course provides an introduction to the theories, principles, practices, and research relating to issues in the delivery of health care to a community and the environment of the community. The nursing process and caring relationship are emphasized, while collaborating and partnering with other health care providers to empower individuals, families, and communities to effect change. (Prerequisites: NUR 309, NUR 330, or admission to the RNBSN program. 90 clinical contact hours.)
Health Assessment/Clinical Prevention
This course focuses on health assessment of individuals and promotion of healthy lifestyles. Students will develop skills for obtaining health histories and performing physical examinations as well as strategies for healthy living. Functional health patterns are explored from a caring perspective. (Prerequisites: Admission to Yancey School of Nursing) 3 hours of class and 3 hours of lab/clinical per week. Offered every fall.
Improving Nursing Practice with Tech
This course is designed to build on existing nursing practice by introducing nursing as a healing ministry based on the example of Jesus Christ. Theories and concepts of the nursing profession are explored with an emphasis on caring as the spiritual core of nursing practice. Using the nursing process, students begin the transition to professional nursing practice, as it relates to moral and ethical decision-making. (2 hours of class/week) Prerequisite: Admission to the RN-BSN program)
Intro to Nursing Research
This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of the research process and problem-solving method. Examination of selected nursing research for applicability to clinical practice is included. Critical analysis of nursing research studies for application to practice is emphasized. (Prerequisite: MAT 302)
Intro to Online Learning
This course provides distance students with an introduction to the online learning environment. Students will acquire skills for success as a distance learner. An overview of university culture, academic expectations, and available academic and student support services are presented.
Intro to Statistics
This course is not part of the math secondary teacher education major. An introduction to quantitative methods in social science research. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, and parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics. (Prerequisite: MAT 213, 220, 231, or instructor consent. Same as HCP 222, BUS 292. Offered Every Semester)
Nursing Leadership and Prof. Practice
This course focuses on leadership roles in practice and critical examination of current and emerging trends and issues in nursing and health care. Leadership theories and models of planned change and decision-making are presented. Lifelong learning and how to find and use health information are discussed. Management roles and functions are addressed (4 hours of class per week).
Transition to Professional Practice
This course is designed to build on existing nursing practice by introducing nursing as a healing ministry based on the example of Jesus Christ. The theories and concepts of the nursing profession are explored with an emphasis on caring as the spiritual core of nursing practice. Students build on existing knowledge and skills in using the nursing process as it relates to moral and ethical decision-making. (Prerequisites: Admission to Yancey School Nursing RNBSN program)
Additional Course Notes
Hours transferred in and hours at KCU must equal 120 hours total. At least 30 hours must
Be completed at KCU.
Opportunity to Use My Abilities for God
“At KCU I was able to learn under the guidance of the best ministry professors and administrators. KCU gave me my first opportunity to use my abilities for God. KCU gave me an opportunity to excel athletically, artistically, and academically. But most of all, when I look back on my time at KCU, I will remember the people. I will remember the smiles, I will remember the laughs my friends and I shared. KCU is a family and one I am very proud to be in.”
Cody Sabol, Class of 2017
