Regis University Nursing And Health Care Degree Programs
Regis University, the nation's fifth-largest private Jesuit institution of higher
education, has been consistently ranked as one of “America's Best Colleges” by U.S.
News & World Report. Founded in 1877, Regis University is located in Denver, Colorado,
on a beautiful 90-acre campus overlooking the Rocky Mountains. Regis shares a rich,
centuries-old tradition of excellence with other Jesuit institutions such as Georgetown
University, Boston College, Loyola University, and Marquette University.
Bachelor Degree Programs
Regis University has partnered with The College Network to offer an undergraduate degree program that provides a convenient blended learning format. Regis University's blended learning format consists of independent study and online learning making it possible to continue your education without altering your lifestyle or sacrificing your career.
Use The College Network's Comprehensive Learning Modules to pass proficiency exams (CLEP, Prometric, DANTES) in hundreds of subjects and earn your general education and elective college credits at your convenience. Complete your degree 100% online with Regis University.
RN to BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Regis University is CCNE-accredited and home to one of the top nursing schools in the country.
Its RN to BSN program is unique in that it offers a well-rounded curriculum in a format that
allows busy nurses to complete their upper-level core nursing courses in just 12 months. In
addition, all clinical courses are mentored by local preceptors, which eliminates any travel
and clinical testing.
| Length of program: | 12 to 24 months |
| Accreditation*: | NCA |
| Semester hours required: | 128 |
| Pre-qualifications: | Associate of Science in Nursing from regionally accredited institution or Diploma RN from NLNAC Accredited school. |
| On-line classes: | Yes, asynchronous |
| Financial aid available: | Yes |
BS Health Care Administration
The HCA program combines liberal arts course work and an extensive professional core
emphasizing the development of management and leadership skills for application in
a variety of health care settings. The unique multidisciplinary design of the curriculum
brings HCA students together with students from other health care disciplines in an
online classroom setting. Health Care Administration offers a wide array of professional
opportunities in many different health care settings including hospitals, clinics, managed
care providers, insurance companies, educational institutions, commercial vendors, and
government agencies.
| Length of program: | 2 Years |
| Accreditation*: | NCA, AACN-CCNE |
| Semester hours required: | 128 |
| Pre-qualifications: | High school diploma or GED |
| On-line classes: | Yes, asynchronous |
| Financial aid available: | Yes |
BS Health Information Management
The HIM degree prepares students for the demands of a growing health care field. It is
estimated that more than 47,000 new HIM professionals will be needed next year. It prepares
graduates to work with applications systems and manage electronic health information databases.
Aware of the importance of information accuracy, privacy and security, HIM professionals may
be involved in ensuring that the design and use of information systems support patient safety.
They work with nurses, physicians and other health care providers in a variety of settings such
as hospitals, physician practices, long-term-care facilities, home health care agencies, insurance
and managed care organizations, and government agencies.
Upon completing the HIM program, graduates are eligible to sit for the national Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential exam.
| Length of program: | 2 Years |
| Accreditation*: | NCA, AACN-CCNE |
| Semester hours required: | 128 |
| Pre-qualifications: | High school diploma or GED |
| On-line classes: | Yes, asynchronous |
| Financial aid available: | Yes |
*(NCA) The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Master Degree Programs
Regis University, a U.S. News & World Report top-ranked university, in conjunction with The College Network has developed course materials, called Comprehensive Learning Modules (CLMs), for three of the 13 courses in the Master of Science (MS) in Nursing program. Authored by Regis University faculty, the CLMs allow you to ease back into school. The program has a blended learning format combining independent study courses with Regis University's online courses. This format of independent study with Regis University's online courses provides you with the most convenient method to advance your education without interrupting your lifestyle. Another benefit to students is no GMAT or GRE is required for this Master's degree program.
Master of Science in Nursing Online
Prepares current baccalaureate prepared RNs to extend their impact on our changing health care
system. Study options within the graduate nursing program focus on leadership, management, and
education and prepare you for a variety of nursing roles in traditional and non-traditional
settings.
| Length of program: | 18 to 24 months |
| Accreditation*: | NCA, AACN-CCNE |
| Semester hours required: | 39 |
| Pre-qualifications: | Bachelor of Science in Nursing from regionally accredited institution |
| On-line classes: | Yes, asynchronous |
| Financial aid available: | Yes |
RN to MS in Nursing (Bridge Program)
The RN to MS in Nursing program allows busy nurses to take the fast track to earning their Master
of Science in Nursing. In addition, all practicum courses are mentored by local preceptors, which
eliminates any travel and clinical testing. Regis University is accredited by the North Central
Association (NCA) and the Department of Nursing is accredited by the American Association of
Colleges of Nursing, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (AACN-CCNE).
| Length of program: | 3 Years |
| Degree Available: | Master of Science in Nursing |
| Accreditation*: | NCA, AACN-CCNE |
| Semester hours required: | 158 |
| Pre-qualifications: | RN license, Associate of Science in Nursing degree from regionally accredited institution or Diploma RN from NLNAC accredited school |
| Clinicals required: | Local w/preceptor |
| On-line classes: | Yes, asynchronous |
| Financial aid available: | Yes |
*The Department of Nursing is accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (AACN-CCNE).
