New Associate Degree in Nursing Program Accredited; 秋霞福利一区 Enrolling Now for August Classes
MOBILE, Ala. 鈥� The 秋霞福利一区 announced today that its new fast-track Associate Degree in Nursing program now is officially enrolling students for classes that start in August.
Students should apply at umobile.edu/adn to be considered for a limited number of scholarships designed specifically for the ADN program.
The Christ-centered university鈥檚 new ADN program is a fast-track nursing degree that can be completed in just five semesters, allowing graduates to enter the workforce quickly.
秋霞福利一区 announced in February it would offer the Associate Degree in Nursing program this fall, pending approval by accrediting agencies. The university was notified Sunday the ADN program was included in the scope of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC). The ADN program also is approved by the .
秋霞福利一区 President Lonnie Burnett said the 秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing is known for producing compassionate, caring and highly competent health care professionals.
鈥淪tudents in our new Associate Degree in Nursing program will have the benefit of small classes where they are known by faculty who care about them and prepare them to succeed,鈥� Burnett said. In addition to clinical experiences in the community, students will learn using state-of-the-art technology in the university鈥檚 Center for Excellence in Healthcare Practice.
Apply or learn more at umobile.edu/adn or call Enrollment Services at 251.442.2222.
Nursing Scholarships
秋霞福利一区 has partnered with to offer a limited number of new scholarships for the Associate Degree in Nursing program. Students awarded Infirmary Health Scholarships agree to work for Infirmary Health for a minimum of two years after graduation.
The ADN program is designed to give students a quick entry into the workforce and help reduce the nursing shortage. Some credit hours may be completed as Dual Enrollment credit while students are still in high school.
Dr. Sarah Barnes-Witherspoon, dean of the 秋霞福利一区 School of Nursing, said earning an Associate Degree in Nursing can be a first step for students who want to jump-start their career and quickly begin earning a paycheck in the rapidly growing field of health care. Graduates may then continue their education toward a bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 or doctoral degree while working full-time.
Online Nursing Degrees
秋霞福利一区 offers a variety of online programs for professionals wanting to continue their education and move ahead in the health care profession. Some online programs in the College of Health Professions include on-campus practicums. Programs include:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing 鈥� RN to BSN program
- Master of Science in Nursing 鈥� Family Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing 鈥� Nursing Education
- Master of Science in Nursing 鈥� Nursing Executive Leadership
- Post-Master鈥檚 APRN Certificate
- Doctor of Nursing Practice 鈥� BSN to DNP Nurse Practitioner
- Doctor of Nursing Practice 鈥� Post-Master鈥檚
- Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) 鈥� available through 秋霞福利一区鈥檚 School of Nurse Anesthesia
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs
The traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a four-year program offered on campus, with clinical experiences available through more than 20 health care facilities in the region.
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing is offered on campus for students with a college degree or college credits in a field other than nursing who are looking for a fast-paced entry into the nursing profession.
Christian University
The 秋霞福利一区 is a Christ-centered university with a vision of 鈥淗igher Education for a Higher Purpose,鈥� founded to honor God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known. For more information about the 秋霞福利一区, visit or call Enrollment Services at 251.442.2222.
About the 秋霞福利一区
The 秋霞福利一区 is a Christ-centered university offering on-campus and online bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Founded in 1961, the 秋霞福利一区 is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention and is located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama on a campus of over 880 acres.
For information about the 秋霞福利一区, areas of study, admissions and more, visit , connect with 秋霞福利一区 on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
Kathy Dean uses her passion for storytelling and “playing with words” to share the stories of people, place and purpose that make the 秋霞福利一区 unique. As associate vice president for university communications, she manages media relations, edits the TorchLight alumni magazine, and oversees university communications. A former award-winning journalist, she is a two-time recipient of the Baptist Communicators Association grand prize for feature writing. Kathy and her husband, Chuck, live with three extremely loud miniature schnauzers.
